Prof. Dr. Mohammed El Khasmi | Biological Sciences | Excellence in Academia Award
Prof. Dr. Mohammed El Khasmi | Université Hassan II de Casablanca | Morocco
Prof. Dr. Mohammed El Khasmi is a distinguished Moroccan academic specializing in animal physiology, with expertise in endocrinology, pharmacology, and thermoregulation. He holds a Doctorat d’État (2002) focused on phosphocalcic metabolism in lactating camels and their newborns, and a third-cycle doctorate (1989) on beta-blocker activity and toxicity in rodents. He has led advanced courses in animal and human physiology, physiopathology, and hematology, while holding significant administrative roles including Director of the Laboratory of Physiopathology and Molecular Genetics at the Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Casablanca. His research addresses stress physiology, oxidative balance, and bone metabolism in camels and rabbits. Internationally trained in France and Austria, Prof. EL KHASMI is also a long-time member of ISOCARD and contributes actively as a reviewer and editorial board member for numerous scientific journals. His leadership in doctoral training and laboratory innovation underscores his contribution to academic excellence and veterinary sciences.
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Educational Background
Prof. Dr. Mohammed El Khasmi has an extensive and distinguished academic foundation in animal physiology. He earned his Doctorat d’État in 2002 from Université Hassan II-Mohammedia, focusing on the endocrine regulation of phosphocalcic metabolism in lactating camels and their newborns. Earlier, in 1989, he completed a Doctorat de 3ᵉ cycle at the same institution, evaluating the beta-blocking activity and toxicity of 20 novel compounds in rats and mice. His academic journey began with a Diplôme des Études Universitaires Supérieures in 1986 from Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah, where he specialized in the metabolism of hibernating mammals with a focus on thermoregulation. He also obtained a Licence in Biology/Geology in 1984 from the same university. His foundational education includes a Baccalauréat in experimental sciences from Lycée Hassan II in Benslimane in 1980. This rigorous educational trajectory laid the groundwork for his expertise in endocrinology, pharmacology, and physiological regulation in animals.
Teaching Activities
Prof. Dr. Mohammed El Khasmi has demonstrated a strong commitment to academic instruction through a diverse range of pedagogical activities. He has delivered comprehensive lectures, guided directed studies, and supervised practical laboratory sessions across several core disciplines in the biological sciences. His teaching portfolio includes Biologie Animale, where he introduces students to the fundamental biological systems and structures in animals, and Physiologie Animale et Humaine, focusing on the physiological mechanisms that govern both animal and human bodies. In Physiopathologie, he explores the functional changes associated with disease processes, equipping students with essential diagnostic perspectives. Additionally, he teaches Hématologie, addressing the intricacies of blood physiology and disorders. His active role in both theoretical and practical teaching fosters a rigorous scientific understanding and hands-on experience for students. Prof. EL KHASMI’s dedication to academic mentorship has significantly contributed to the training and development of future researchers and professionals in the life sciences.
Research Focus
Prof. Dr. Mohammed El Khasmi’s research primarily falls under the category of Animal Physiology and Stress Biology, with a specialized focus on Camelid Physiology, Oxidative Stress, and Meat Quality Science. His studies examine the physiological and biochemical responses of dromedary camels and rabbits to environmental stressors, particularly heat stress, preslaughter handling, and stocking density. He investigates metabolic processes such as phosphocalcic and bone metabolism, cortisol dynamics, and oxidative damage, linking these to animal welfare, meat quality, and productivity. A recurring theme in his research is the protective role of natural antioxidants—such as nigella oil—against oxidative stress in muscle tissues. His work integrates endocrinology, biochemistry, and food science, contributing to both veterinary medicine and agricultural sustainability. Additionally, he explores human-related biomedical topics such as cancer signaling pathways, showing interdisciplinary engagement. Overall, his research aligns with applied animal science, stress physiology, and sustainable livestock production in arid and semi-arid regions.
Publication Top Notes
Antioxidant effect of nigella oil on heated camel and rabbit meat
Year: 2025
Evaluation de l’effet protecteur de l’huile de nigelle contre le stress oxydatif induit par la chaleur sur la viande de dromadaire
Year: 2025
Ethnobotanical insights into diabetes treatment: A focus on Morocco’s traditional medicinal plants
Year: 2024
The Effect of Change in Basilar Membrane Stiffness on the Micromechanics Cochlear Model
Year: 2024
Correlation between circulating cortisol and indicators of stress and oxidant stress during the preslaughter operations in camels
Year: 2023
Effects of age on transportation and preslaughter stress responsiveness in Moroccan dromedary camels
Year: 2023
Conclusion
Prof. Dr. Mohammed El Khasmi is a well-qualified and highly experienced academic researcher with extensive specialization in animal physiology, endocrinology, and oxidative stress studies related to camelid species. His commitment to research and education, administrative leadership, and editorial roles position him as a strong contender for the Research for Excellence in Academia Award. However, to fully align with the award’s highest standards, further emphasis on international research visibility, cross-disciplinary innovation, and impact-based metrics would be beneficial. He is suitable for the award, particularly in contexts valuing domain-specific expertise and sustained academic contributions.