Dr. Mohamed Kouighat | Biotechnology and Genetic Improvement | Young Scientist Award

National Institute of Agricultural Research | Morocco

Author Profile

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Mohamed KOUIGHAT embarked on his academic journey with a focus on Biotechnology and Genetic Improvement of Plants, earning his Doctorate in Biology from Sultan Moulay Slimane University, FST, Béni-Mellal, Morocco, in 2023. His doctoral thesis, titled "Development and Selection of New Sesame Mutants (Sesamum indicum L.) that are Productive, Adapted to Drought, and of Good Nutritional Quality," received a very honorable mention with congratulations from the jury.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Following his academic achievements, Mohamed KOUIGHAT continued to cultivate expertise and contribute to his field:

• 2019: Master's in Plant Protection and Biotechnology, Moulay Ismail University, Meknes, Morocco.
• 2017: Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Option: Environmental Science, Moulay Ismail University, Meknes, Morocco.
• 2012: Qualification Diploma for Secondary Education Teachers, Regional Center for Education and Training Professions, Meknes, Morocco.
• 2009: Baccalaureate Experimental Sciences Series, Option: Life and Earth Sciences, Lycée Moulay Ismail, Meknes, Morocco.

CONTINUING TRAINING ON BIOTECHNOLOGY AND GENETIC IMPROVEMENT

Mohamed KOUIGHAT's dedication to continuous learning is evident through his participation in various training programs:

• 2022: Statistical Analysis with SPSS Software, Young Researchers Forum (20 hours).
• 2022: Workshop: Technology, Law, and Education, Higher School of Technology of Meknes, Moulay Ismail University, Morocco (32 hours).
• 2022: Bioinformatic Methods I, University of TORONTO (via Coursera) (20 hours).
• 2021: Research Methodology, Scientific Communication and Publication, Literature Review, Quantitative and Qualitative Approach, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco (13 hours).
• 2020: Teaching Scientific Subjects in French, French Institute of Meknes in partnership with the Regional Academy of Education and Training (AREF) of Fez Meknes, Morocco (16 hours).
• 2020: Scientific Research: Fundamental Concepts, Bases, Planning, and Tools, Moroccan Center for Skills Development Namaa, Morocco (20 hours).
• 2020: Communication and Scientific Writing, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco (4 hours).
• 2012: GENIE Training: Introduction to Informatics, Operating System, Word Processing, Spreadsheet, and Calculation, Presentation and Internet, and Educational Use of ICT, Regional Center for Education and Training Professions, Meknes, Morocco (40 hours).

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Mohamed KOUIGHAT has been actively involved in educational roles:

• 2012 - Present: Teacher of Life and Earth Sciences, Imam Malik College, Meknes, Morocco.
• 2023: Trainer in Biostatistics, National Institute of Agronomic Research, Regional Center of Meknes, Morocco (20 hours).
• 2022: Co-supervisor of Student Interns, Master's End of Study Project, National Institute of Agronomic Research, Regional Center of Meknes, Morocco (February 5 to October 4, 2022).
• 2020: Educational Supervisor of Intern Teaching, Regional Center for Education and Training Professions, Meknes, Morocco (February 4 to March 4, 2020).

RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

Mohamed KOUIGHAT's research endeavors reflect his commitment to advancing knowledge:

• 2019 - 2022: Research Internship in Biotechnology and Genetic Improvement of Plants, National Institute of Agronomic Research, Regional Center of Meknes, Morocco (February 3 to March 1, 2023).
• 2019: Internship for Master in Plant Protection and Biotechnology, National Institute of Agronomic Research, Regional Center of Meknes, Morocco (February 4 to July 15, 2019).
• 2018: Free Internship on Food Quality Control, Food Microbiology, and Molecular Biology Unit, National Office for Food Safety (ONSSA) Meknes, Morocco (July 15 to August 10, 2018).

EXPERTISE AND PROOFREADING

Mohamed KOUIGHAT has contributed to the scientific community through his expertise and proofreading activities:

• Referee for the journal Scientific Reports ISSN 2045-2322 (online), IF: 4.996 (2021) from Springer Nature (indexed in Scopus and Web of Science).

SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTION

Mohamed KOUIGHAT has demonstrated a prolific scientific output:

• Scientific Articles: 10
• Scientific Communications: 7

Notable Publications

Assessment of some sesame mutants under normal and water-stress conditions 2023(2)

First Study of Improved Nutritional Properties and Anti-Oxidant Activity in Novel Sesame Mutant Lines as Compared to Their Wild-Types  2022(5)

First report of sesame mutants tolerant to severe drought stress during germination and early seedling growth stages 2021(18)

Moroccan sesame: Current situation, challenges, and recommended actions for its development 2022(2)