Md Refat Jahan Rakib

Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant · School of Ocean, Earth & Coastal Science, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Chemical & Marine Oceanographer · UTRGV

Md Refat Jahan Rakib

I am a chemical and marine oceanographer specializing in emerging pollutants — microplastics, nanoplastics, heavy metals, and marine debris. My research focuses on understanding the distribution, fate, and ecological risks of these pollutants in aquatic and coastal ecosystems, and developing eco-friendly remediation strategies.

I work as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at the School of Ocean, Earth, and Coastal Science, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. My research has been published in Science of The Total Environment, Marine Pollution Bulletin, Scientific Reports, Journal of Hazardous Materials, and TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry, with 4,000+ citations on Google Scholar. I am a member of the American Chemical Society (ACS) and the American Geophysical Union (AGU).

Beyond research, I am passionate about ocean conservation. I volunteer with the Surfrider Foundation at UTRGV, organizing beach cleanups along the Texas Gulf Coast.

Office School of Ocean, Earth & Coastal Science, UTRGV, Texas 78500 Email rifatjahanrakib [at] gmail [dot] com Phone +1 929 218 6500 CV Available on request →
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At a Glance Google Scholar →

56+
Publications
4k+
Citations
40+
Journals reviewed
10+
Projects funded

Last updated: 2025-08

Research Interests

01
Microplastics & Nanoplastics
Distribution, characterization, and ecological risk assessment in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial systems.
02
Heavy Metals
Trace metal assessment in riverine, coastal, and estuarine ecosystems; bioaccumulation and human health implications.
03
Marine Debris
Macro and micro litter surveys; plastiglomerate, pyroplastic, and PPE pollution monitoring along coastlines.
04
Blue Carbon
Carbon sequestration analysis, remote sensing-based mapping, and mariculture suitability modeling.
05
Microbial Degradation
Biodegradation pathways of plastics and eco-friendly bioremediation strategies in aquatic environments.
06
GIS & Remote Sensing
Spatial risk mapping, coastal hazard forecasting, and AI-assisted early warning systems for storm surges.
News

2025
NEW!AwardRSC Outstanding Peer Reviewer 2025 — Recognized by the Royal Society of Chemistry for outstanding contributions to Environmental Science: Advances. View award →
2025
NEW!Paper“Exploring the impact of microplastics in groundwater on human health” published in Current Opinion in Environmental Science & Health.
2024
AwardTexas Sea Grant awarded for remote sensing-based oyster mariculture mapping along the Texas Coast (2024–2025).
2024
ConferencePoster presentation at AGU Fall Meeting 2024 — Spatiotemporal trends of microplastic contamination in the Karnaphuli River estuary, Washington D.C.
2024
ConferencePoster presentation at ACS Fall 2024 — Microplastics in shore sediments of Moheshkhali Channel, Bay of Bengal.
2024
ConferencePoster presentation at Micro2024 (Spain) — Microplastics in Saint Martin Island, Bay of Bengal.
2023
PositionJoined UTRGV as Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant, School of Ocean, Earth and Coastal Science, Texas.
2023
Paper“First record of plastiglomerate and pyroplastic pollution in the world's longest natural beach” published in Science of The Total Environment.
Selected Publications
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2025
Exploring the impact of microplastics in groundwater on human health: A comprehensive review
Rakib, M.R.J., Mohiuddin, M., Masud, M.A.A., Murshed, M.F., Senapathi, V., Islam, M.A., Jakariya, M.
Current Opinion in Environmental Science & Health, 44, 100605
2023
First record of plastiglomerate and pyroplastic pollution in the world's longest natural beach
Rakib, M.R.J., De-la-Torre, G.E., Jolly, Y.N., Al Nahian, S., Khan, N.I., Idris, A.M.
Science of The Total Environment, 891, 164369
2021
Personal protective equipment (PPE) pollution driven by the COVID-19 pandemic in Cox's Bazar
Rakib, M.R.J., De-la-Torre, G.E., Pizarro-Ortega, C.I., Dioses-Salinas, D.C., Al-Nahian, S.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 169, 112497
Highlights

Publications

Peer-reviewed papers in reverse chronological order · = first author · REVIEW = review article

Google Scholar citations: 4,000+  ·  View full profile →


2025
4 publications
Exploring the impact of microplastics in groundwater on human health: A comprehensive review Review
Rakib, M.R.J., Mohiuddin, M., Masud, M.A.A., Murshed, M.F., Senapathi, V., Islam, M.A., Jakariya, M.
Current Opinion in Environmental Science & Health, 44, 100605
Microplastic accumulation in soils: Unlocking the mechanism and biodegradation pathway Review
Nguyen, M.K., Rakib, M.R.J., Hwangbo, M., Kim, J.
Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances, 100629
Heavy metal concentrations and ecological status in major waterfalls at Chattogram, Bangladesh
Azad, A.R., Rakib, M.R.J., Uddin, M.R., et al.
Environmental Advances, Volume 19, April 2025
Is micro(nano)plastic contamination in wet atmospheric deposition a prominent issue requiring heightened attention? Review
Nguyen, M.K., Rakib, M.R.J., Lin, C., Hwangbo, M., Kim, J.
Journal of Hazardous Materials, 476, 135027 (online 2024, volume 2025)
2024
14 publications
Delineation of trace metal level in fish feed and farmed Tilapia (Oreochromis mossambicus) and their consequences on human health
Rakib, M.R.J., Miah, S., Hossain, M.B., Kumar, R., Jolly, Y.N., Akter, S., Idris, A.M.
Regional Studies in Marine Science, 71, 103403
Microplastics in aquatic environments: human health implications and potential solutions — a review Review
Rakib, M.R.J., Senapathi, V., Idris, A.M., Malafaia, G.
Journal of Contaminant Hydrology, 260, 104284
Unaccounted plastic: estimating waste generation from marine vessels in Bangladesh
Ahmed, R., Rakib, M.R.J., Murshed, M.F., Saad, S., De-la-Torre, G.E., Alam, M.S., Jakariya, M.
Regional Studies in Marine Science, 78, 103784
Interactions between microplastic and heavy metals in the aquatic environment: Implications for toxicity and mitigation strategies Review
Narwal, N., Kakakhel, M.A., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 235(9), 1–26
Microplastic contamination in filter-feeding oyster Saccostrea cuccullata: novel insights in a marine ecosystem
Joshi, K., Rabari, V., Patel, H., Patel, K., Rakib, M.R.J., Trivedi, J., Jakariya, M.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 202, 116326
Microplastic prevalence in epipelagic inhabiting prawns of north-west Arabian Sea
Rabari, V., Rakib, M.R.J., Patel, H., Idris, A.M., Malafaia, G., Trivedi, J.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 200, 116137
A mini review on plasticrusts: occurrence, current trends, potential threats, and recommendations for coastal sustainability Review
Nguyen, M.K., Rakib, M.R.J., Nguyen, H.L., Lin, C., Malafaia, G., Idris, A.M.
Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 196(2), 137
Occurrence and fate of pharmaceutical pollutants in wastewater: insights on ecotoxicity, health risk, and state-of-the-art removal Review
Nguyen, M.K., Lin, C., Bui, X.T., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Chemosphere, 141678
A new approach from public behavioral attitudes and perceptions towards microplastics: Influencing factors and policy proposals
Al-Masud, M.A., Rakib, M.R.J., Malafaia, G., et al.
Ocean and Coastal Management, 253, July 2024
Nanoplastics in the environment: sources, fate, effects, and remediation — a review Review
Nguyen, M.K., Rakib, M.R.J., Lin, C., et al.
Science of The Total Environment, 2024
Microplastic pollution in surface water of Hooghly River, West Bengal, India
Ghosh, S., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2024
Trace metal contamination of sediments and health risk assessment of vegetables grown near the industrial zones of Bangladesh
Hossain, M.B., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Environmental Geochemistry and Health, 2024
Microplastic abundance and distribution in the Ganges River Basin, India
Singh, R.K., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Environmental Pollution, 2024
Coastal water quality assessment in the Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh: status, sources and potential risks
Rahman, M.A., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2024
2023
10 publications
First record of plastiglomerate and pyroplastic pollution in the world's longest natural beach
Rakib, M.R.J., De-la-Torre, G.E., Jolly, Y.N., Al Nahian, S., Khan, N.I., Idris, A.M.
Science of The Total Environment, 891, 164369
Spatiotemporal trends and characteristics of microplastic contamination in a large river-dominated estuary
Rakib, M.R.J., Al Nahian, S., Madadi, R., Haider, S.M.B., De-la-Torre, G.E., Walker, T.R., Idris, A.M.
Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts, 2023
Microplastic toxicity in aquatic organisms and aquatic ecosystems: a review Review
Rakib, M.R.J., Sarker, A., Ram, K., Uddin, M., Walker, T.R., Idris, A.M.
Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 234(1), 1–28
Spatiotemporal distribution, trophic transfer, and research uncertainty of heavy metals in a subtropical highly polluted river: a critical review Review
Rakib, M.R.J., Sarker, A., Nezha, M., Islam, A.R.M.T., Kumar, R., Sharma, P., Idris, A.M.
Regional Studies in Marine Science, 103327
Adsorptive behavior of micro(nano)plastics through biochar: co-existence, consequences, and challenges in contaminated ecosystems Review
Kumar, R., Verma, A., Rakib, M.R.J., Gupta, P.K., Sharma, P., Garg, A., Aminabhavi, T.M.
Science of The Total Environment, 856, 159097
A comprehensive review on ecological effects of microplastic pollution: interaction with pollutants in ecosystems and future perspectives Review
Nguyen, M.K., Rakib, M.R.J., Lin, C., Hung, N.T.Q., et al.
TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry, 117294
Personal protective equipment-derived pollution during COVID-19 era: a critical review of ecotoxicology impacts, intervention strategies, and future challenges Review
Hasan, M., Islam, A.R.M.T., Jion, M.M.M.F., Rahman, M.N., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Science of the Total Environment, 164164
Baseline marine litter abundance and distribution on Saint Martin Island, Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh
Al Nahian, S., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2023
Microplastic pollution in water and sediment from the Buriganga River, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Islam, M.N., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2023
Heavy metal contamination of sea fish in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh and human health implications
Hossain, M.B., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Environmental Geochemistry and Health, 2023
2022
12 publications
Macro marine litter survey of sandy beaches along the Cox's Bazar Coast of Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh
Rakib, M.R.J., Ertas, A., Walker, T.R., Rule, M.J., Khandaker, M.U., Idris, A.M.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 174, 113246
A comprehensive review of heavy metal pollution in the coastal areas of Bangladesh: abundance, bioaccumulation, health implications, and challenges Review
Rakib, M.R.J., Rahman, M.A., Onyena, A.P., Kumar, R., Sarker, A., Hossain, M.B., Sun, X., et al.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 29(45), 67532–67558
Ecohydrological features and biodiversity status of estuaries in Bengal delta, Bangladesh: a comprehensive review Review
Rakib, M.R.J., Hossain, M.B., Islam, M.S., Hossain, I., Rahman, M., Sharma, P.
Frontiers in Environmental Science, 2156
Distribution, characteristics, and risk assessments of microplastics in shore sediments and surface water of Moheshkhali Channel, Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh
Al Nahian, S., Rakib, M.R.J., Kumar, R., Haider, S.M.B., Sharma, P., Idris, A.M.
Science of The Total Environment, 158892
First record of plastiglomerates, pyroplastics, and plasticrusts in South America
De-la-Torre, G.E., Pizarro-Ortega, C.I., Dioses-Salinas, D.C., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Science of The Total Environment, 833, 155179
Occurrence of personal protective equipment (PPE) in Persian Gulf: first report from Kish Island, Iran
Madadi, R., Rakib, M.R.J., De-la-Torre, G.E., Idris, A.M.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2022
Assessment of heavy metals in sediment and water quality of the Karnaphuli River estuary, Bangladesh
Hossain, M.B., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Environmental Geochemistry and Health, 2022
Microplastics in drinking water: a review and bibliometric analysis
Islam, M.S., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Environmental Research, 2022
Heavy metals in marine fish and its implication for human health in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
Jolly, Y.N., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Biological Trace Element Research, 2022
Microplastics in soil: a systematic review of contamination, toxicity, and bioremediation strategies
Kumar, R., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Science of The Total Environment, 2022
Novel plastic forms on Cox's Bazar beach, Bangladesh: plastiglomerate, pyroplastic, and plastic crust
Al Nahian, S., Rakib, M.R.J., De-la-Torre, G.E., et al.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2022
Microplastic occurrence and distribution in sediments from the Bay of Bengal coast near Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
Hossain, M.B., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2022
2021
10 publications
Personal protective equipment (PPE) pollution driven by the COVID-19 pandemic in Cox's Bazar, the longest natural beach in the world
Rakib, M.R.J., De-la-Torre, G.E., Pizarro-Ortega, C.I., Dioses-Salinas, D.C., Al-Nahian, S.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 169, 112497
Microplastics pollution in salt pans from the Maheshkhali Channel, Bangladesh
Rakib, M.R.J., Al Nahian, S., Alfonso, M.B., Khandaker, M.U., Enyoh, C.E., Islam, M.A.
Scientific Reports, 11(1), 1–10
Levels and health risk assessment of heavy metals in dried fish consumed in Bangladesh
Rakib, M.R.J., Jolly, Y.N., Enyoh, C.E., Khandaker, M.U., Hossain, M.B., et al.
Scientific Reports, 11(1), 1–13
Macroalgae in biomonitoring of metal pollution in the Bay of Bengal coastal waters
Rakib, M.R.J., Jolly, Y.N., Dioses-Salinas, D.C., Pizarro-Ortega, C.I., De-la-Torre, G.E., Bradley, D.A.
Scientific Reports, 11(1), 1–13
EDXRF detection of trace elements in salt marsh sediment of Bangladesh and probabilistic ecological risk assessment
Rakib, M.R.J., Hossain, M.B., Jolly, Y.N., Akther, S., Islam, S.
Soil and Sediment Contamination: An International Journal, 1–20
Occurrence of personal protective equipment (PPE) associated with the COVID-19 pandemic along the coast of Lima, Peru
De-la-Torre, G.E., Pizarro-Ortega, C.I., Dioses-Salinas, D.C., Rakib, M.R.J.
Science of the Total Environment, 774, 145774
Heavy metals in water, sediment, and fish of the Karnaphuli River estuary, Bangladesh
Hossain, M.B., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Environmental Geochemistry and Health, 2021
Plastic pollution in the world's longest sandy beach, Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
Al Nahian, S., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Environmental Research, 2021
Abundance and characterization of PPE polluting Kish Island, Persian Gulf
Madadi, R., Rakib, M.R.J., De-la-Torre, G.E., Idris, A.M.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2021
Presence of PPEs on rocky shores associated with the COVID-19 pandemic: first evidence from Chile
Pizarro-Ortega, C.I., Rakib, M.R.J., De-la-Torre, G.E., et al.
Science of the Total Environment, 2021
2020
3 publications
An assessment of heavy metals contamination in saltmarsh sediments of a tropical estuary, southern Bangladesh
Rakib, M.R.J., Hossain, M.B., Ha, H., Bhatt, P., de Boer, W.F., et al.
Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring & Management, 14, 100372
Heavy metals in marine fish from the Bay of Bengal and implications for human health
Hossain, M.B., Jolly, Y.N., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Biological Trace Element Research, 2020
Ecology of invertebrates in Sonadia Island of Cox's Bazar coast, Bangladesh
Hossain, M.B., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Research, 2020
2018–19
3 publications
Seasonal variation and ecological risk assessment of heavy metals in saltmarsh sediments along the Bangladesh coast
Rakib, M.R.J., Hossain, M.B., Jolly, Y.N., et al.
Undergraduate Thesis — Bangladesh Atomic Energy Center, 2018
Ecological assessment of heavy metals in water and sediment of the Naf River estuary, Bangladesh
Hossain, M.B., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2019
Distribution, source identification and ecological risk of heavy metals in the coastal sediments of Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
Hossain, M.B., Rakib, M.R.J., et al.
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2018
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Research Projects

Funded research grants and collaborative projects


Remote Sensing-Based Mapping & Carbon Sequestration of Potential Oyster Mariculture Sites Along the Texas Coast
Two-year spatial modeling study; GIS-based suitability analysis for blue carbon and mariculture optimization.
Texas Sea Grant
2024–2025
SURF-IT: Spatial Surge Forecasting using AI and Community Knowledge for Inclusive and Transformative Early Action
AI-driven coastal surge forecasting system integrating community knowledge for early warning and climate resilience.
IDRC
2023–2026
Distribution, Characteristics, and Risk Assessments of Microplastics in Shore Sediments, Moheshkhali Channel, Bay of Bengal
Comprehensive characterization with support from King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia and BORI.
MoST Bangladesh / KKU
Grant SL No. 379
Microplastic Contamination and its Risks in Coral Reef Ecosystems
Large group research with IF Goiano and CNPq, Brazil.
King Khalid University
R.G.P.2/324/44
Baseline Marine Litter Assessment on Saint Martin Island, Bay of Bengal
First comprehensive litter baseline survey at Saint Martin Island.
King Khalid University
R.G.P.2/103/44
Trace Metal Assessment in Riverine Ecosystems — Bhairab River, Bangladesh
Source identification and probabilistic health risk assessment; collaboration with KUET.
King Khalid University
GRP-88-42
Marine Microplastic Risk Analysis using GIS-Based Mapping on Cox's Bazar Coast
Spatial risk analysis using GIS tools, supported by MoST Bangladesh and BORI.
KKU / BORI
R.G.P.2/33/42
Microplastics in Organic Composts and Agricultural Soils
Small group research with NKUST Taiwan and CNPq, Brazil.
King Khalid University
RGP1/436/44
Spatial and Ecological Risks of Heavy Metals and Microplastics in Bangladesh Coastal Ecosystems
NST Fellowship project with collaboration from Patuakhali Science and Technology University.
NST Fellowship
NST-2014-15
Coastal Litter Monitoring and Public Engagement in Bangladesh
Community outreach and quantitative litter monitoring with NSTU and BORI.
Sunway University Malaysia
GRTIN-RRO-59-2022

Experience & Education

Academic and research positions


Aug 2023 – Present
Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant
School of Ocean, Earth & Coastal Science — University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, TX
Development of research protocols; training for analytical instrument operation; mentoring research progress; manuscript and report writing.
Nov 2023 – Jul 2024
Research Assistant
Department of Environmental Science & Management — North South University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
All research, academic collaboration, and related activities per NSU service rules.
Jan 2023 – Jul 2023
Research Assistant
Department of Aquaculture — Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka-1216
Research protocol development; supervision of undergraduate students; field work; analytical instrument training; report and manuscript writing.
Apr 2022 – Dec 2022
Research Assistant
Environmental Oceanography & Climate Lab (EOCL) — Bangladesh Oceanographic Research Institute (BORI), Cox's Bazar
Regular field monitoring for marine debris surveys; sample collection from aquatic ecosystems; protocol development; manuscript writing.
Feb 2021 – Mar 2022
Research Assistant
Department of Fisheries & Marine Science — Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali-3814
Field visits; water, sediment, and fish sample collection; statistical data analysis; project proposal development.
Mar 2019 – Jun 2019
Intern
Bangladesh Oceanographic Research Institute (BORI), Ramu, Cox's Bazar
Instrument principles; data collection; report writing.
Jan 2017 – Mar 2018
Undergraduate Thesis Student
Bangladesh Atomic Energy Center, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Research protocol development; sample preparation and analysis.
Education

2023+
M.S. in Ocean, Coastal & Earth Sciences
Chemical Oceanography
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, TX 78500
Graduate RA/TA Scholarship recipient
2022
M.Sc. in Marine Biology
GPA: 4.86 / 4.00 — February 2022
Noakhali Science & Technology University, Bangladesh
2nd position in Masters
2018
B.Sc. in Fisheries (Honours)
GPA: 3.50 / 4.00 — September 2018
Noakhali Science & Technology University, Bangladesh
10th position in Bachelor
2012
HSC — Science
GPA: 5.00 / 5.00 (perfect score)
Dhaka Board, Bangladesh

Service

Professional contributions, peer review, and society memberships


Society Memberships

  • Member — American Chemical Society (ACS)
  • Member — American Geophysical Union (AGU)
  • Member — Surfrider Foundation at UTRGV
Peer Reviewer — 40+ Journals

Journal of Hazardous MaterialsACS Environmental Science & TechnologyACS Agricultural Science & TechnologyACS ES&T WaterMarine Pollution BulletinScience of The Total EnvironmentScientific ReportsChemical Engineering JournalChemosphereEnvironmental ProcessEnvironmental PollutionWater, Air and Soil PollutionFrontiers in Environmental ScienceEarth Systems and EnvironmentJournal of Environmental ManagementEnvironmental Science and Pollution ResearchPLOS ONEFood ControlHeliyonJournal of Hazardous Materials AdvancesFood Science & NutritionArabian Journal of GeosciencesInternational Journal of Environmental Analytical ChemistryDrug and Chemical ToxicologyEnvironmental Claims JournalChemistry and EcologySoil and Sediment ContaminationToxin ReviewsEnvironmental Monitoring and AssessmentDiscover Applied SciencesInt. Journal of River Basin ManagementEnergy & EnvironmentBulletin of Environmental Contamination and ToxicologyInt. Journal of Environmental Health ResearchJournal of Oceanology and LimnologyPLOS WaterEnvironmental Science: Advances

Awards & Recognition

Honors received for peer review, research, and academic service


Outstanding Peer Reviewer 2025
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) — Environmental Science: Advances
2025

Recognized as an Outstanding Peer Reviewer by the Royal Society of Chemistry for exceptional contributions to the peer review process of Environmental Science: Advances. RSC celebrates outstanding reviewers annually to acknowledge those whose detailed, timely, and high-quality reviews make a vital contribution to maintaining the integrity of scientific publishing.

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“Join us in celebrating our outstanding peer reviewers for 2025. Dr Md. Refat Jahan Rakib, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), United States, ORCID 0000-0003-0401-4998.”

— RSC Environmental Science: Advances, 2025 Outstanding Peer Reviewers

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Peer Reviewer Certificate of Recognition & Appreciation
American Chemical Society (ACS) Publications — 2024
2024

Awarded the 2024 ACS Publications Peer Reviewer Certificate of Recognition & Appreciation for valuable contributions to the peer review process. ACS Publications issues this certificate to recognize reviewers whose time and commitment are vital to ensuring ACS journals maintain the highest editorial standards. Also received the ACS Peer Review Recognition in 2023.

ACS 2024 Peer Reviewer Certificate of Recognition
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Peer Reviewer Certificate of Recognition & Appreciation
American Chemical Society (ACS) Publications — 2023
2023

Awarded the 2023 ACS Publications Peer Reviewer Certificate of Recognition & Appreciation for outstanding contributions to the peer review process of ACS journals, signed by the President of ACS Publications and SVP & Chief Publishing Officer.

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