Dr. Ridouan Benhiti is a researcher in physical chemistry and materials science, specializing in functionalized materials, layered double hydroxides, photocatalysis, and environmental remediation. He obtained his PhD in 2022 in physical chemistry and materials, with a thesis focused on layered double hydroxide nanomaterials for pollutants removal. His research also includes the valorization of biomass materials as functional materials for environmental applications. He works on the synthesis, characterization, and data-driven optimization of advanced nanomaterials for the removal of persistent organic and inorganic pollutants from water.