ASN President Naïma Moustaïd-Moussa, PhD, DFASN, FTOS, FAHA, FNAI, and ASN Chief Executive John E. Courtney, PhD, recently represented the Society during a visit to Morocco, engaging with students, faculty, and research leaders across several academic and research institutions.

ASN and SMNSE partnership signing in Casablanca

Left to right: Dr. Nada Benajiba (SMNSE General Secretary), Dr. Houda Hsaini (SMNSE Vice General Secretary), Dr. Jaafar Heikel (SMNSE President), Dr. Naima Moustaid-Moussa (ASN President), Dr. John Courtney (ASN CEO), Dr. Baha Rabi (SMNSE Vice General Secretary), Dr. Hanna Moussa.

Other SMNSE Officers not pictured: Dr. Hassan Aguenaou (SMNSE Vice President),
Dr. Khalid ElKari (SMNSE Board Member), Dr. Jamal Belkadir (SMNSE Vice President), Dr. Amina Barakat (SMNSE Vice President)

A highlight of the visit was the signing of an innovative strategic alliance between ASN and the Société Marocaine de Nutrition, Santé et Environnement (SMNSE), also known as the Moroccan Society for Nutrition, Health and Environment, advancing international collaboration in nutrition science. Throughout the visit, they participated in career forums and panel discussions, and Dr. Moustaïd-Moussa delivered a One Health lecture, all underscoring ASN’s commitment to global engagement, education, and research partnerships.

At Mundiapolis University, Casablanca

Dr. Naima Moustaid-Moussa (ASN President) and Dr. Baha Rabi (Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, Mundiapolis University & SMNSE Vice General Secretary)

Following a career forum organized by Mundiapolis students, honoring the ASN President and panel discussion with students and faculty.
International University of Rabat

Second from right: Dr. Jamal Khadir (SMNSE Vice President)
Third from right: Dr. Hassan Aguenaou (SMNSE Vice President)
International University of Rabat (IUR)

One Health Lecture by ASN President attended by students, faculty and administrators, from various IUR schools and regional research centers and SMNSE leaders and members
Rabat – Centre National de Recherche Scientifique et Technique (Research Center for Scientific Research and Technology)
Rabat – Mohammed VI Center for Research & Innovation
Regional Designated Center of Nutrition (AFRA/IAEA) Rabat

Back row, far right: Dr. Khalid El Kari (Research Director and SMNSE Board Member)

Discussed nutritional assessment research using nuclear techniques and ASN resources and networks with graduate students

ASN welcomes opportunities to partner globally to advance health through evidence-based nutrition. Organizations interested in exploring partnership opportunities are encouraged to contact [email protected].

ASN Staff