Oct 16 – 18, 2025
Africa/Casablanca timezone
CLIMATE SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Session

Session 12 : Natural Resources, Biodiversity and Public Health

Oct 17, 2025, 2:30 PM
Dar Souiri

Dar Souiri

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  1. Dr Asmae MANSORI (Laboratory of Water science, Microbial biotechnologies and Natural resources sustainability, National Center for studies and Research on Water and Energy (Aquabiotech), Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, CP 40000, Morocco)
    10/17/25, 2:30 PM
    Territorial Resilience and Nature-based Solutions
    In-person oral presentation

    The Mediterranean region is increasingly affected by the consequences of climate change, notably in the form of more frequent and intense drought episodes. In Morocco, erratic rainfall patterns and prolonged dry periods are critically impacting agriculture. Olive trees (Olea europaea), a cornerstone of the region’s agroeconomy and ecological stability, are particularly sensitive to water...

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  2. Ms Amal NADRI (Laboratory of Plant Biotechnology, Ecology and Ecosystem Valorization – CNRST Labeled Research Unit N°10, Faculty of Sciences, Chouaib Doukkali University, 24000 El Jadida, Morocco)
    10/17/25, 2:40 PM
    Natural Resources, Biodiversity and Public Health
    In-person oral presentation

    This study provides the first comprehensive assessment of epibenthic crustacean assemblages associated with Mytilus galloprovincialis beds along Morocco's Atlantic coast (El Jadida-Essaouira). We documented 17 peracarid crustacean species across six stations over four seasons, comparing assemblages between pristine and polluted sites to evaluate pollution impacts on community structure....

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  3. Ms Amal NADRI (Phycology, Blue Biodiversity and Biotechnology RU, Laboratory of Plant Biotechnology, Ecology and Ecosystem Valorization – LB2VE / URL CNRST 10, Faculty of Sciences El Jadida, Chouaib Doukkali University, El Jadida, Morocco.)
    10/17/25, 3:00 PM
    Natural Resources, Biodiversity and Public Health
    In-person oral presentation

    This study investigates the diversity and seasonal dynamics of macro-epifaunal communities associated with the non-native red alga Agarophyton vermiculophyllum and two native fucoid species, Fucus sp. and Fucus vesiculosus f. volubilis, in the muddy substrates of the Oualidia lagoon along the Atlantic coast of northwestern Morocco. Seasonal sampling over one year revealed that the...

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  4. Said BAROUD (Laboratory of Plant Biotechnologies, Faculty of Sciences, Ibn Zohr University, Agadir, Morocco.)
    10/17/25, 3:10 PM
    Natural Resources, Biodiversity and Public Health
    In-person oral presentation

    The purpose of this study is to assess the potential of three brown algae as biofertilizers: Cystoseira gibraltarica, Bifurcaria bifurcate, and Fucus spiralis. Two different types and concentrations of these three algae were applied: aqueous extract concentrations (0.5%, 1%) and amendments (C1, C2). Algal fertilization improved the soil's organic matter and mineral element composition...

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  5. Hamza OUSRI (1/ Laboratoire d'Écologie et d'Environnement (LEE), Faculté des Sciences Ben M'sick, Université HASSAN II Casablanca)
    10/17/25, 3:20 PM
    Natural Resources, Biodiversity and Public Health
    In-person oral presentation

    In the context of climate change, marked by rising temperatures and decreasing precipitation across several regions of Morocco, surface water resources—particularly reservoir impoundments—are facing increasing pressure. The Hassar dam reservoir, located northeast of Casablanca, is no exception and represents a specific example of these dynamics. This water body is mainly supplied by treated...

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  6. Mrs HIBA BOUQOUROU (Laboratory of Water Sciences, Microbial Biotechnologies, and Natural Resources Sustainability (AQUABIOTECH), Unit of Microbial Biotechnologies, Agrosciences, and Environment (BIOMAGE)-CNRST Labeled Research Unit N°4, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech 40000, Morocco)
    10/17/25, 3:30 PM
    Natural Resources, Biodiversity and Public Health
    In-person oral presentation

    Morocco is one of the richest countries in aromatic and medicinal plants due to its dynamic geographical distribution, varied soil and climate conditions, and its relevant and innovative approach to research. Thymus satureioides is a representative example of this richness. In this regard, the comparative study of mycorrhizal communities associated with Thymus satureiodes in the Tafraout and...

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  7. Ms Maryem LAGNAOUI (Laboratory of Water Sciences, Microbial Biotechnologies, and Natural Resources Sustainability (AQUABIOTECH), Unit of Microbial Biotechnologies, Agrosciences, and Environment (BIOMAGE)-CNRST Labeled Research Unit N°4, Faculty of SciencesSemlalia, University Cadi, Marrakech 40000, Morocco)
    10/17/25, 3:40 PM
    Natural Resources, Biodiversity and Public Health
    In-person oral presentation

    Thymus leptobotrys Murb. is a medicinal and aromatic plant endemic to Morocco, widely recognized for its essential oils and ethnobotanical importance. In Morocco, extensive use, traditional practices, and climate change have seriously impacted the productivity of Thymus leptobotrys. To mitigate these adverse effects, this study aims to evaluate the potential of the arbuscular mycorrhizal...

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  8. Oumnia AKHALLAA YOUNE (Laboratory of Water Sciences, Microbial Biotechnologies, and Natural Resources Sustainability (AQUABIOTECH), Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, Morocco)
    10/17/25, 3:50 PM
    Territorial Resilience and Nature-based Solutions
    In-person oral presentation

    Les changements climatiques accentuent les pressions exercées sur les écosystèmes, notamment en augmentant la fréquence des sécheresses, la variabilité des précipitations et les stress thermiques. Dans ce contexte, les symbioses mycorhiziennes apparaissent comme des leviers naturels pour renforcer la résilience des plantes. Ce travail explore l’interaction entre les mycorhizes et les facteurs...

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