Biography:
Taha Afar is a PhD researcher at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), within the Geology and Sustainable Mining Institute (GSMI). His research focuses on the valorization of phosphate mining for sustainable agricultural irrigation and fertigation. His work combines material characterization, experimental design, and optimization to develop innovative solutions for water management and soil health. His research interests include sustainable materials, waste valorization, water management, and circular economy approaches in agriculture.
Title : From mine waste to root zone: Smectite-rich marl ceramics as self-regulating emitters for coupled water and nutrient delivery in arid agriculture