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Rare fossils shed light on Earth’s earliest ecosystems in Morocco

A groundbreaking discovery in Morocco’s Anti-Atlas Mountains has unveiled rare fossils that could illuminate the transition from the Ediacaran period to the Cambrian explosion, over 540 million years ago. This pivotal moment in Earth’s history marked the emergence of complex life, and researchers......

Morocco’s path to ethical and sustainable cobalt-free batteries

As the global transition to renewable energy accelerates, the demand for ethical and sustainable energy storage solutions has surged. However, the reliance on lithium-ion batteries, which often contain the controversial and expensive material cobalt, presents challenges. Morocco is positioning itself......

Advancing plant conservation: Moroccan researcher pioneers tools to track genetic diversity

As nearly 40% of plant species face extinction, Moroccan researcher Marwa El Graoui at the University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) is revolutionizing plant conservation through open-source tools. Her innovative framework addresses critical gaps in seed conservation, positioning Africa as a leader in......

Jinane Zouaki: First Moroccan Woman Inducted into Ibero-American Academy of Pharmacy

Moroccan biologist Jinane Zouaki has been named an academic corresponding member of the prestigious Ibero-American Academy of Pharmacy, marking a historic milestone for Morocco, the Arab world, and Africa. She is the first Moroccan, Arab, and African woman to hold this honor. The official induction......

Morocco reinforces commitment to peaceful and inclusive space cooperation in Africa

Morocco strongly believes that international and regional cooperation is the most effective way to fully harness the potential of outer space, stated Azzeddine Farhane, the Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Morocco to the United Nations and international organizations in Vienna. Speaking at......

Astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary embark on historic space station mission

NASA veteran Peggy Whitson launched early Wednesday on her fifth spaceflight, accompanied by astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary on their countries’ first trip to the International Space Station (ISS). The team lifted off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida at approximately 2:30 a.m.......

Moroccan Expert: Why Striking Iranian Nuclear Sites Cannot Produce Dangerous Radiation

Following recent U.S. airstrikes on three nuclear-related facilities in Iran, public anxiety has risen over potential radioactive contamination or the formation of a so-called "nuclear cloud" that could extend beyond Iran's borders. This concern has been fueled by the strategic significance......

Strengthening seismic preparedness in Morocco with Japan and UNESCO support

A new seismic monitoring station was officially inaugurated at the Abu Al-Abbas Al-Sabti Dam in Morocco’s Chichaoua Province on Tuesday. This installation is part of a network of 20 stations deployed nationwide, supported through a collaborative project involving UNESCO, the Japanese government,......

Europe launches €500 million initiative to attract US scientists

French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen convened a pivotal conference in Paris aimed at enticing American researchers disillusioned by recent policies in the United States. The event, titled "Choose Europe for Science," brought together European commissioners,......

Europe Opens Doors to US Scientists amid Policy Shifts

French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are hosting a major conference in Paris aimed at drawing American scientists to Europe, particularly those affected by recent US policy changes under President Donald Trump. The gathering brings together EU commissioners,......

Shenzhou-19 Astronauts Return to Earth after Six Months in Space

Three Chinese astronauts have safely returned to Earth after spending six months aboard China’s Tiangong space station, marking another milestone in the nation’s expanding space program. The return, broadcasted by state media, took place on Wednesday as part of China’s broader ambitions......

NASA and Russian Crew Return Safely from ISS Mission

After spending seven months aboard the International Space Station (ISS), astronauts Alexey Ovchinin and Ivan Wagner of Russia, along with NASA astronaut Donald Pettit, have returned safely to Earth. The trio landed in Kazakhstan early Sunday morning aboard the Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft, which touched down......

Unveiling prehistory: researchers rediscover humanity in Casablanca

As Casablanca buzzes with preparations for the grand CAN 2025 and the 2030 World Cup, another, quieter project unfolds just steps away from the glitzy Morocco Mall. Behind metal barriers lies a different kind of excavation, one that seeks to uncover the distant past rather than build the future. At......