Prof. Hajar Mousannif Appointed to the OPCW Scientific Advisory Board

In a distinguished recognition of Moroccan scientific excellence on the global stage, Prof. Hajar Mousannif, a faculty member at Cadi Ayyad University (UCA), has been officially appointed as a member of the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), effective January 1, 2026, for a renewable three-year term.

This appointment honors her outstanding scientific expertise and her dedication to advancing research in critical fields related to international security. The Scientific Advisory Board serves as a strategic body within the OPCW, tasked with advising the organization on scientific and technological developments that could affect the Chemical Weapons Convention.

During her tenure, Prof. Mousannif will play a key role in initiatives addressing challenges associated with artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, in a highly sensitive context where scientific innovation must be carefully balanced with ethical, legal, and security considerations.

Her appointment underscores the growing international standing of Cadi Ayyad University and Moroccan research, while highlighting the essential contribution of academic experts to global scientific governance.