Mohamed Rida Abelouah, Ph.D., is a researcher and university lecturer specializing in environmental and marine sciences, with a particular focus on marine plastic pollution, micro- and nanoplastics, ecotoxicology, and aquatic ecosystem health. His research focuses on the occurrence, distribution, environmental fate, and biological effects of microplastics in marine and coastal environments, including their interactions with chemical contaminants and marine organisms. He has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications addressing marine pollution, environmental monitoring, and ecotoxicological assessment. He is also actively involved in the peer-review and editorial activities of international scientific journals. His research aims to advance the understanding of emerging contaminants and support sustainable strategies for the protection and management of marine ecosystems.