Haroun Chenchouni

@univ-batna2.dz

Professor / Researcher
University of Batna 2

Haroun Chenchouni
Prof. Dr. Haroun Chenchouni received his Doctorate degree in Ecology and Environment from the University of Batna 2, Algeria, and a Magister degree in Dryland Ecology from the University of Ouargla, Algeria. He also holds an Engineering degree in Plant Ecology and Forest Ecosystems from the University of Batna. From 2013 to 2020, he served as Associate Professor at the University of Tebessa, where he contributed to research and teaching in ecology and environmental sciences. In 2017, he joined the Laboratory of Natural Resources and Management of Sensitive Environments (LRNAMS) at the University of Oum El Bouaghi as a Senior Researcher, and later became an Associate Professor and Research Scientist at the Higher National School of Forests in Khenchela, Algeria. Prof. Chenchouni’s research focuses on ecosystem ecology, biodiversity conservation, soil–plant interactions, and ecological modeling, with particular emphasis on arid and semi-arid ecosystems of North Africa. His interdisciplin

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics, Soil Science, Earth and Planetary Sciences
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Scopus Publications

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Scholar Citations

45

Scholar h-index

131

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Scopus Publications

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • A critical review of biochar-soil interfaces: mechanisms, temporal dynamics, and implications for soil structure, fertility, and biological functioning
    H Chenchouni
    Eurasian Soil Science 59 (7), 114 , 2026
    2026
  • Spatial and temporal trends in meteorological, hydrological, and agricultural droughts in northeastern Algeria
    MF Hadjadj, R Malkia, H Chenchouni, D Bengusmia, A Slimani
    Euro-Mediterranean Journal for Environmental Integration 11 (6), 1–19 , 2026
    2026
  • First records of bat ectoparasites from Chrea National Park, Algeria, with notes on guano-based endoparasite traces
    D Bendjoudi, F Marniche, S Banat, H Zaoui, H Chenchouni
    Parasitology 153 (2), 1-11 , 2026
    2026
  • Physicochemical, biochemical and bacteriological indicators of water quality of Temacine Lake in the Sahara Desert
    M Oustani, S Mehda, FML Rekbi, R Guezie, F Youcef, MT Halilat, ...
    Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring & Management 25, 101143 , 2026
    2026
  • A review on the impact of biochar applications on soil health and fertility, plant growth, and food security: advancing agricultural sustainability
    A Bezzalla, MEA Bennadji, L Zidane, S Neffar, H Chenchouni
    Biomass and Bioenergy 209, 108960 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 3
  • Appearance cannot be deceptive in plants: morphological, physiological and biochemical responses of a xerophytic and industrially important plant to water stress
    L Nouri, A Bezzalla, L Zidane, H Chenchouni
    Industrial Crops & Products 247, 123542 , 2026
    2026
  • Prey composition, diversity, availability and selectivity in the diet of the Desert wall gecko (Tarentola deserti)
    MT Mebarki, O Guezoul, K Souttou, F Marniche, H Chenchouni
    Journal of Asia-Pacific Biodiversity 19 (2), 378–394 , 2026
    2026
  • Species assemblage of wild bees (Hymenoptera: Apoidea) associated with rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus Spenn.)
    N Benarfa, K Louadi, H Chenchouni
    Journal of Asia-Pacific Biodiversity 19 (2), 355–377 , 2026
    2026
  • Recent Advances in Environmental Science from the Euro-Mediterranean and Surrounding Regions (5th Edition)
    G Guerriero, G Rey-Gozalo, AM El-Kenawy, R Hadji, H Chenchouni, ...
    Springer-Nature , 2026
    2026
  • Recent Research on Environmental Earth Sciences, Geomorphology, Soil Science, Paleoclimate, and Karst: Proceedings Volume 4 of the 3rd MedGU, Istanbul 2023
    A Çiner, V Turan, J Knight, C Candeias, H Chenchouni, F Khan, ...
    Springer Nature , 2026
    2026
  • No-Till and Direct Seeding as Sustainable Alternatives for Improving Soil Functioning and Wheat Performance in Semi-Arid Agro-Ecosystems
    A Hamel, Z Kadi, M Kribaa, H Chenchoun
    Eurasian Soil Science 59 (6), 93 , 2026
    2026
  • Field applications of sewage sludge improved soil properties and increased wheat yield in sand-textured soils of hot drylands
    N Ababsa, S Fellah, S Boudjabi, R Lallaouna, M Sifi, M Bessaih, ...
    Biodegradation 37 (2), 29 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • From pollution to resource: Investigating nitrate, nitrite and phosphate removal for sustainable wastewater reuse in agriculture
    K Merad, L Zidane, A Bezzalla, H Chenchouni
    Москва 2, 72-76 , 2026
    2026
  • Assessing wastewater treatment efficiency and resuse potential within closed economy cycle: a comparative COD and BOD5 analysis of Batna and Timgad WWTPs
    L ZIdane, K Merad, A Bezzalla, H Chenchouni
    Москва 2, 67-71 , 2026
    2026
  • Assessing forest burn severity, post-fire recovery, vegetation shifts, and forest resilience across Mediterranean-type woodlands
    A Kahli, R Sahnouni, O Mordjane, A Boumahdaf, H Chenchouni
    Journal of Sustainable Forestry 45 (3), 225–254 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Structure and diversity of earthworm communities along a gradient of aridity in northeastern Algeria
    K Bouazdia, H Chenchouni
    Annals of Arid Zone 65 (1), 115-130 , 2026
    2026
  • Modeling environmental drivers and socio-economic/human predictors of forest fire outbreaks in Algeria
    A Kahli, R Sahnouni, H Saoula, H Chenchouni
    Natural Hazard 122 (8), 334 , 2026
    2026
  • Polyphenols profiling and probing antioxidant, anticancer, and anticoagulant activities of olive-leaf extracts (Olea europaea).
    S Gheraibia, FZ Benabdallah, A Abdelmalek, D Nafir, N Belattar, ...
    Bulletin of the Chemical Society of Ethiopia 40 (6), 1347–1368 , 2026
    2026
  • Morphometrics and dietary composition of the Algerian wall gecko Tarentola neglecta (Squamata: Phyllodactylidae) in south-eastern Algeria.
    A Mouane, S Aouimeur, H Ayati, R Korichi, H Chenchouni, M Gueddoul, ...
    Zoology and Ecology 36 (1), 39–52 , 2026
    2026
  • Distribution, population dynamics and breeding biology of the white stork (Ciconia ciconia) in north-western Algeria
    SA Beldjouher, D Bendjoudi, A Chedad, H Chenchouni
    Zoology and Ecology 36 (1), 1–14 , 2026
    2026

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • A global overview of drought and heat-induced tree mortality reveals emerging climate change risks for forests
    CD Allen, A Macalady, H Chenchouni, D Bachelet, N McDowell, ...
    Forest Ecology and Management 259 (4), 660-684 , 2010
    2010
    Citations: 9717
  • Assessment of water quality at the largest dam in Algeria (Beni Haroun Dam) and effects of irrigation on soil characteristics of agricultural lands
    S Bouaroudj, A Menad, A Bounamous, H Ali-Khodja, A Gherib, DE Weigel, ...
    Chemosphere 219, 76-88 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 185
  • Photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline antibiotic using new calcite/titania nanocomposites
    N Belhouchet, B Hamdi, H Chenchouni, Y Bessekhouad
    Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry 372 (C), 196-205 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 133
  • Bacterial load of German cockroach (Blattella germanica) found in hospital environment
    T Menasria, F Moussa, S El-Hamza, S Tine, R Megri, H Chenchouni
    Pathogens and Global Health 108 (3), 141-147 , 2014
    2014
    Citations: 115
  • Modelling environment contamination with heavy metals in flathead grey mullet Mugil cephalus and upper sediments from north African coasts of the …
    N Ouali, BE Belabed, H Chenchouni
    Science of the Total Environment 639, 156-174 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 114
  • Modeling seasonal and spatial contamination of surface waters and upper sediments with trace metal elements across industrialized urban areas of the Seybouse watershed in North …
    BE Belabed, A Meddour, B Samraoui, H Chenchouni
    Environmental Monitoring and Assessment 189 (6), 265 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 109
  • Edaphic factors controlling the distribution of inland halophytes in an ephemeral salt lake “Sabkha ecosystem” at North African semi-arid lands
    H Chenchouni
    Science of The Total Environment 575, 660-671 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 103
  • Soil fertility indicators and soil stoichiometry in semi-arid steppe rangelands
    S Boudjabi, H Chenchouni
    CATENA 210 (2), 105910 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 98
  • Physico-chemical and bacteriological quality assessment of surface water at Lake Tonga in Algeria
    K Loucif, S Neffar, T Menasria, MC Maazi, M Houhamdi, H Chenchouni
    Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring & Management 13, 100284 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 93
  • Modeling and risk analysis of dam-break flooding in a semi-arid montane watershed: A case study of the Yabous dam, northeastern Algeria
    A Gaagai, HA Aouissi, AE Krauklis, J Burlakovs, A Athamena, I Zekker, ...
    Water 14, 767 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 91
  • On the sustainability of land applications of sewage sludge: how to apply the sewage biosolid in order to improve soil fertility and increase crop yield?
    S Boudjabi, H Chenchouni
    Chemosphere 282, 131122 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 91
  • Can palm date plantations and oasification be used as a proxy to fight sustainably against desertification and sand encroachment in hot drylands?
    A Mihi, N Tarai, H Chenchouni
    Ecological Indicators 105, 365-375 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 86
  • Assessing environmental sensitivity areas to desertification in Eastern Algeria using Mediterranean desertification and land use “MEDALUS” model
    MC Benabderrahmane, H Chenchouni
    Int J Sustain Water Environ Syst 1 (1), 5-10 , 2010
    2010
    Citations: 85
  • Quantifying how climatic factors influence essential oil yield in wild-growing plants
    S Mehalaine, H Chenchouni
    Arabian Journal of Geosciences 14 (13), 1257 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 81
  • Effect of poultry manure on the yield and nutriments uptake of potato under saline conditions of arid regions
    M Oustani, MT Halilat, H Chenchouni
    Emirates Journal of Food and Agriculture 27 (1), 106-120 , 2015
    2015
    Citations: 81
  • Diversité floristique d’un lac du Bas-Sahara algérien
    H Chenchouni
    Acta Botánica Malacitana 37, 33-44 , 2012
    2012
    Citations: 81
  • Sewage sludge fertilization alleviates drought stress and improves physiological adaptation and yield performances in Durum Wheat (Triticum durum): a double-edged sword
    S Boudjabi, M Kribaa, H Chenchouni
    Journal of King Saud University-Science 31 (3), 336–344 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 78
  • Rehabilitation of degraded rangeland in drylands by Prickly pear (Opuntia ficus-indica L.) plantations: effect on soil and spontaneous vegetation
    S Neffar, H Chenchouni, A Beddiar, N Redjel
    Ecologia Balkanika 5 (2), 63-76 , 2013
    2013
    Citations: 77
  • Ecological status interactions for assessing bird diversity in relation to a heterogeneous landscape structure
    D Bensizerara, H Chenchouni, A Si Bachir, M Houhamdi
    Avian Biology Research 6 (1), 67-77 , 2013
    2013
    Citations: 77
  • A global overview of drought and heat-induced tree mortality reveals emerging climate change risks for forests. Ecol Manage 259 (4): 660–684
    CD Allen, AK Macalady, H Chenchouni, D Bachelet, N McDowell, ...
    2010
    Citations: 74