Najib Zerouali Ouariti

Professor Najib Zerouali Ouariti is a leading figure in Morocco’s academic, scientific, and institutional spheres. A renowned surgeon, academic, former minister, and diplomat, he has devoted his career to the development of higher education, scientific research, and public policies serving human progress.

A Full Professor of Surgery and former Head of the Surgical Emergency and Burns Department at Avicenne University Hospital in Casablanca, he also served as Vice-Dean and subsequently Dean of the Faculty of Medicine of Casablanca, where he is now Honorary Dean. His academic career has been marked by a constant commitment to academic excellence, medical education, and the advancement of scientific research.

His expertise led him to hold senior government positions as Minister of Higher Education, Executive Training and Scientific Research, and later as Minister in charge of the Modernization of Public Sectors. He also represented the Kingdom of Morocco as Ambassador to Tunisia, contributing to strengthening dialogue and cooperation between States.

A recognized contributor to international scientific cooperation, Professor Najib Zerouali Ouariti has held numerous positions within regional and international organizations. He notably served as Founding President of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Bioethics Committee, President of the General Conference of ISESCO, President of the General Conference of ALECSO, and President of the Maghreb Conference of Deans and Directors of Faculties of Medicine.

Recipient of several national and international distinctions, including the Order of the Throne of the Kingdom of Morocco and the French Ordre des Palmes Académiques, he is recognized for his contribution to the advancement of research, higher education, and scientific cooperation across the Mediterranean, African, and international spheres.