Four Moroccan Scientists Rank Among World's Top 200 Researchers

Morocco World

13 hours ago

Rabat — Four Moroccan scientists have secured their place among the world's top 200 researchers, according to the 2025 Academic Development Index ranking.
The index tracks the impact and quality of scientific research across multiple disciplines.
Abdesalam Hamada, a researcher at Hassan II University in Casablanca, leads the list of Moroccan scientists. He ranks 40th globally for his outstanding contributions to nuclear research, as recognized through his work with the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN).
The list also includes two other notable researchers: Idris Ben Shakroun, who ranks 131st worldwide, and Farida El Fassi, who holds the 169th position. Notably, El Fassi is the first Moroccan woman to enter the top 200 scientists list.
Raja Cherkaoui El Moursli, a nuclear physics professor at Mohammed V University in Rabat, also made the list at 182nd place globally.
Beyond these four scientists, six other Moroccan researchers appear among the top ten at the national level. They come from diverse scientific fields, including nuclear physics, electrochemistry, and sustainable agriculture.
This strong Moroccan showing reflects the growing presence of the North African country's researchers on the international scientific stage, showing their contributions to advancing knowledge in precise and influential fields.
The recognition comes as Morocco continues to invest in higher education and research infrastructure.
The country's universities and research institutions have increasingly collaborated with international organizations, leading to more impactful scientific publications and discoveries.
Recently, the Private University of Fez announced a partnership with Arizona State University to establish the American International Institute, a new hub for dual-degree education in Morocco and the wider region.
In April 2024, Mohammed V University (UM5) of Rabat and the Complutense University of Madrid signed a cooperation agreement, aiming to bolster academic and scientific cooperation as well as cultural exchange.
These achievements elevate Moroccan scientists' vital work with international peers to address global challenges and push the boundaries of scientific understanding.