Guest Speaker: Professor Mohamed Larbi Kerkeb, President of Ibn Tofail University
Event : March 26, 2025
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the 21st century, few phenomena have reshaped our understanding of innovation and discovery like Artificial Intelligence (AI). No longer a futuristic concept, AI now stands as a cornerstone of scientific advancement, bridging the gap between creativity and cutting-edge technology. On March 26, 2025, the Faculty of Sciences at Ibn Tofail University hosted a pivotal seminar titled “Artificial Intelligence and Scientific Research: When Creativity Meets Technology” a celebration of progress and a call to action for the scientific community.
The Dawn of a New Scientific Era
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the research process across disciplines. From mining and analyzing vast datasets in a fraction of the time it would take human researchers, to simulating complex phenomena in physics, biology, and medicine, AI is not just a tool, it is an active collaborator in scientific inquiry.
The seminar aimed to explore these intersections, shed light on how AI is enabling breakthroughs in both theoretical and applied sciences. Whether through predicting protein structures, optimizing climate models, or accelerating drug discovery, the impact of AI is as profound as it is far-reaching.
The event, held at the Conference Auditorium of the Faculty of Sciences in Kenitra, was both insightful and inspirational. Participants had the opportunity to engage with the latest research, innovations, and practical applications of AI in science.
A special highlight of the seminar was the keynote address by Professor Mohamed Larbi Kerkeb, President of Ibn Tofail University. With a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing higher education and scientific research in Morocco and beyond, Professor Kerkeb’s vision underscores the university’s commitment to embracing technology as a driver of progress.
The integration of AI in research is not merely about speed or efficiency, it is about reimagining what is possible. AI enables researchers to ask new questions, detect unseen patterns, and approach problems with a level of precision and creativity previously unattainable.
This seminar sought to spark a broader dialogue about the role of AI in shaping the future of research. It invited academics, students, and innovators to reflect on how intelligent systems can be ethically and effectively leveraged in their work.
As Morocco and the wider academic world continue to invest in digital transformation, events like this represent crucial milestones. They not only foster awareness but also inspire collaboration across disciplines, institutions, and even continents.
In bringing together thought leaders, researchers, and aspiring scientists, Ibn Tofail University reaffirms its role as a hub for innovation and intellectual exchange. The journey into the future of science has already begun, and with AI as a partner, the possibilities are truly limitless.