Fatma Hmaied is a distinguished academician and researcher specializing in Hygiene and Food Microbiology. Currently holding the position of Maître de Conférences de l’enseignement supérieur at the Centre National des Sciences et Technologie Nucléaire (CNSTN), she is based at the Biotech Pole Sidi Thabet in Tunisia. With a career marked by expertise in microbiology, particularly in the context of food safety, she has played a vital role in research, education, and innovation.
Author Metrics:
Metrics related to Dr. Hmaied’s authorship, such as citation counts, h-index, and other relevant indicators, showcase the impact and reach of her research within the scientific community.
Scopus Profile
Citations:
- Definition: The total number of times Fatma Hmaïed’s scholarly works have been cited by other researchers.
- Significance: Fatma Hmaïed has received 395 citations, indicating the impact and recognition of her research within the academic community.
Documents:
- Definition: The total number of scholarly documents authored by Fatma Hmaïed, including articles, conference papers, and other publications.
- Significance: Fatma Hmaïed has produced 21 documents, reflecting her productivity and contribution to the academic literature.
h-index:
- Definition: The h-index is a measure that balances the number of publications and their citation impact. Fatma Hmaïed has an h-index of 12, indicating that 12 of her papers have been cited at least 12 times each.
- Significance: The h-index provides a snapshot of both the productivity and impact of an author’s work. In this case, an h-index of 12 signifies a notable scholarly influence.
Education:
Dr. Hmaied earned her Doctorate in Biology from the Faculty of Sciences in Tunis in 2006, focusing on the nosocomial transmission of the hepatitis C virus during hemodialysis. Prior to this, she completed a DEA in Microbiology in 2001 and a Maîtrise en Sciences Naturelles in 1999, both at the Faculty of Sciences in Tunis. Her academic journey began with a Baccalauréat in Experimental Sciences in 1995.
Research Focus:
Her primary research areas include Food Microbiology, Hygiene, and Molecular Virology. Dr. Hmaied’s work delves into the transmission and control of microbial hazards in the food chain, with a specific emphasis on virological aspects. She has also contributed significantly to understanding and improving the effectiveness of microbial elimination processes.
Professional Journey:
Dr. Hmaied has had a distinguished career at CNSTN, progressing from Maître assistante to Maître de Conférences de l’enseignement supérieur. She has been actively involved in collaborative research projects, notably in the healthcare sector, such as the rapid virological diagnostic project at Hôpital Charles Nicolle de Tunis. Her professional journey also includes a post-doctoral stage in France, specializing in the sequencing of the complete genome of the hepatitis C virus.
Honors & Awards:
Throughout her career, Dr. Hmaied has received recognition for her contributions to microbiology and virology. While specific awards are not detailed, her involvement in research projects and ongoing collaborations underscores her standing in the scientific community.
Publications Top Noted & Contributions:
Dr. Hmaied has made significant contributions to the scientific literature, particularly in the fields of virology and microbiology. Her research findings and methodologies have been disseminated through publications, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in her specialized domains.
Title: Inactivation of biohazards in healthcare wastewater by E-Beam and Gamma irradiation: a comparative study
- Authors: Jebri, S., Yahya, M., Rahmani, F., …, Hamdi, M., Hmaied, F.
- Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2022, 29(50), pp. 75575–75586.
- Abstract: The study explores the comparative efficacy of E-Beam and Gamma irradiation in inactivating biohazards in healthcare wastewater.
Title: Bacteriophages as antibiotic resistance genes carriers in agro-food systems
- Authors: Jebri, S., Rahmani, F., Hmaied, F.
- Journal: Journal of Applied Microbiology, 2021, 130(3), pp. 688–698.
- Abstract: This research investigates bacteriophages as carriers of antibiotic resistance genes in agro-food systems, addressing an important aspect of microbial ecology.
Title: Occurrence of Staphylococcus spp. and investigation of fecal and animal viral contaminations in livestock, river water, and sewage from Tunisia and Romania
- Authors: Rahmani, F., Hmaied, F., Matei, I., …, Amairia, S., Hamdi, M.
- Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2020, 192(4), 206.
- Abstract: The study focuses on the occurrence of Staphylococcus spp. and investigates fecal and animal viral contaminations in various environmental sources from Tunisia and Romania.
Title: Comparison of the performance of different microbial source tracking markers among European and North African regions
- Authors: Yahya, M., Blanch, A.R., Meijer, W.G., …, Hmaied, F., Ballesté, E. Journal:
- Journal of Environmental Quality, 2017, 46(4), pp. 760–766 (Open access).
- Abstract: The research compares the performance of different microbial source tracking markers in European and North African regions, contributing to the understanding of water quality.
Title: Total coliphages removal by activated sludge process and their morphological diversity by transmission electron microscopy
- Authors: Jebri, S., Hmaied, F., Yahya, M., Ammar, A.B., Hamdi, M.
- Journal: Water Science and Technology, 2016, 74(2), pp. 318–323.
- Abstract: The study investigates the removal of total coliphages by the activated sludge process and explores their morphological diversity using transmission electron microscopy.
Research Timeline:
Her research timeline spans from the early 2000s to the present, covering various aspects of microbiology, virology, and food safety. The timeline reflects her evolving expertise and sustained commitment to advancing scientific knowledge.
Conference Participation:
Dr. Hmaied has actively participated in conferences and specialized training programs, enhancing her skills and staying abreast of developments in her areas of expertise. These events contribute to her professional development and network within the scientific community.
