June 7, 2023
Water and Environment: Share to Preserve
On Wednesday, June 7, 2023, the proceedings of the first edition of the International Conference on ‘Water and Environment’ commenced under the slogan ‘Partager pour préserver’, coinciding with World Environment Day celebrated annually on June 5. Organized by the Institute of Science and Technology at the University Center of Maghnia, under the chairmanship of Dr. Halima Belaarbi, the event featured the participation of professors and experts from home and abroad. Presentations and research papers were delivered through a hybrid format combining in-person attendance and videoconferencing technology, covering various technical, economic, and legal aspects. The opening session took place in the ‘Baaziz Ahmed’ martyr amphitheater, beginning with verses from the Holy Quran recited by employee Mr. Brando Mohamed. Following the national anthem, Prof. Dr. Houari Ahmed, Chairman of the Scientific Committee of the Conference, delivered a welcoming address in which he commended the efforts of the scientific and organizing committees. Dr. Halima Belaarbi then delivered her welcome speech, after which the official opening of the international conference was announced by Prof. Dr. Mourad Naoum, Director of the University Center. He welcomed the attendees and introduced the academic institution, its pedagogical and scientific profile, projects, and future prospects. The proceedings then commenced with valuable presentations by professors, experts, and representatives from the economic sector, outlined as follows: – **Innovation in Water Services: Achievements of the National Agency for the Valorization of Technological Research and Development (ANVREDET)**, presented by Dr. Ouassila Boulichi, representative of the ANVREDET agency. – **Integrated System Coupled with Human and Natural Systems for Climate Change Adaptation**, presented by Prof. Dr. Ziad Abou Nada (Central Queensland University, Australia) and Dr. Leila Boughari (University of Blida 2). – **Flood Risk Prevention Plan (PPRI)**, presented by Mr. Benmouffak Hocine, Director of AGIRE / ABH AHS. – **Reconstruction of Climate Change in the North Sahara from Hydrological Cycle Fluctuations**, presented by Prof. Dr. Nacer Meissen (Berin Center for Nuclear Research – CRNB / COMENA). – **Biological Purification via Biofilters: A Technological Process of Choice Imposed by the Geography of Piedmont Agglomerations**, presented by Mr. Dr. Meksi Abdelkader, former Director of Water Resources of the Wilaya of Tlemcen (DRE). – **Preparation of New Microporous Materials and Nano-composites: Application in the Treatment of Waters Loaded with Pharmaceutical Products**, presented by Prof. Dr. Noureddine Hamdi (University of Gabès, Tunisia). – **Prospects for Exploiting Blue Economy Engines as a Sustainable Development Alternative in Algeria**, presented by Dr. Souad Bouzidi (University of Tlemcen). – **Enshrining the Right to Water in Light of the 2020 Constitutional Amendment and Its Legal Dimensions**, presented by Dr. Bouzidi Khaled. Additionally, the conference was attended by guests of honor: – Mr. Menad Charf, Director of the Oran – Chott El Chergui Hydrographic Basin Agency, National Agency for Integrated Water Resources Management (AGIRE) – Oran. – Mr. Maraf Belkacem, Director of the Cheliff-Zahrez Hydrographic Basin Agency. – Mr. Sidi Yacoub Selim, National Sanitation Office (ONAS), Director of the Tlemcen Unit. – Mr. Oghrib Nabil, Algerian Water Company (ADE), Production Unit Manager – Maghnia. – Mr. Mohadjir Samir, Director of the Renewable Energy Research Unit in the Saharan Environment (URESES). – Prof. Dr. Maknounif Abdelatif, Professor and Former Rector of the University of Tlemcen. – Prof. Dr. Ziyadi Abdelkader, Rector of the Belhadj Bouchaib University Center of Ain Temouchent. – Dr. Rouisat Boucherit, Director of the Higher School of Applied Sciences of Tlemcen (ESSAT). Furthermore, professors and experts animated workshop sessions scheduled across various corners of the conference. The event drew strong attendance from students, particularly doctoral candidates, while several professors and researchers exhibited their work through poster presentations, guiding attendees through the displays and explaining their findings.
On the sidelines of the conference, a cooperation agreement was signed between the University Center of Maghnia, represented by its Director, Prof. Dr. Mourad Naoum, and the National Agency for the Valorization of Technological Research and Development (ANVREDET), represented by Dr. Ouassila Boulichi, Head of the Innovation Department at the Agency, on behalf of its Director. This agreement opens up promising horizons for scientific research between the university institution and the agency. The proceedings continued into the second day, June 8, 2023, with the presentation of scientific research in the form of workshop sessions where participants discussed the theme of water and the environment. The day concluded in the evening with the reading of recommendations, the honoring of participants and guests of honor in a warm, fraternal atmosphere reflecting the success of this distinguished scientific gathering. On the third day, June 9, 2023, a touristic excursion was organized for the guest professors, researchers, and experts to various cultural and historical landmarks in the Wilaya of Tlemcen, including the ruins of Mansourah, the Beni Add Caves in Ain Fezza, and other scenic sites, allowing the guests to enjoy themselves in a friendly, familial environment. We extend our gratitude to Dr. Halima Belaarbi and her working team from the scientific and organizing committees for their tremendous and relentless efforts to ensure the success of this international conference, which stands as a qualitative addition to the achievements of the University Center. We also thank all professors and staff for their support and active attendance, notably Dr. Hadj Djelloul Mohammed, Dr. Gherici Radia, Dr. Benmansour Khadidja, Prof. Achi Fethi, Dr. Zenasni Houcine, Dr. Zagnouni Aymen, Dr. Kazi Tani Hicham, Dr. Diaf Amine, Dr. Aïn Sebaa Nabila, Dr. Belmokhtar Azzedine, Dr. Maachou Soufiane, and all the professors working behind the scenes, as well as the female professors who honored the guests with their warm reception: Dr. Sari Awatef, Dr. Chouaou Fatiha, Dr. Benyahia Nassira, Dr. Rezagui Djehad, Dr. Rekab Afaf, and Dr. Dreiz Hafida. Special thanks are also due to the administration of the University Center of Maghnia (UCM), notably Dr. Kadri Riad, Mr. Abderrahmane Seddini, Ms. Cheikhi Hafida, the Head of Internal Security Mr. Saidani Kamel, and all security agents. Nor can we forget, as an expression of gratitude, the sanitation engineers who performed exceptionally from the early hours of the first day of the conference to prepare the environment for welcoming guests until the conclusion of the events. It is our hope that this conference will serve as an auspicious beginning for the University Center, given its undisputed and remarkable success, and that future editions will feature similarly distinguished topics, God willing—particularly those reinforcing the tutelary ministry’s vision of positioning the university as an engine for development and a dedicated servant to its economic and social ecosystem.
June 7, 2023
Conference Program
