Ode to mathematics: The Moroccan Day of Mathematics graciously hosted by UEMF

It was in the Agora of the Euromed University of Fes that the Moroccan Day of Mathematics (MDM) was held this Saturday, April 19, bringing together nearly 800 mathematics enthusiasts. Placed under the theme "Mathematics as a vector of development", this day was much more than a mere scientific gathering: it established itself as a true celebration of intellect, sharing and innovation.

True to its vocation as a crossroads of knowledge and cultures, the Euromed University of Fes naturally hosted this event, co-organized with the Math&Maroc association, the Hassan II Academy of Sciences and Techniques and ADRIA Business & Technology. It was first an opportunity to recall the high esteem enjoyed by the community of Moroccan mathematicians among their peers worldwide. Indeed, the bibliometric trajectory of scientific publications in mathematics in indexed databases such as Scopus or Web of Science shows how remarkable the scientific output of Moroccan researchers is, both quantitatively and qualitatively. Similarly, the many Moroccan students regularly admitted to leading engineering schools such as Polytechnique, Normale Sup’ or MIT, for example, generally excel in mathematics to the point that they are increasingly sought after by these institutions.

At the heart of this day, several thematic workshops offered participants an immersive experience, combining discovery, reflection and openness to the future. The event was marked by the presence of Mr. Abdelhaq El Jai, eminent professor and researcher in applied mathematics, who shared his career and his work on systems theory, giving participants an insight into the practical applications of scientific research. He notably discussed the majestic contribution of Moroccan researchers in the theory and modeling of so-called distributed systems; complex systems that evolve in time and space. The doctoral degrees defended over thirty years in this field amount to more than 450, and the dozens of published works confirm their internationally recognized reputation.  

Driven by a generation of brilliant young Moroccan mathematicians, the MDM set itself the mission of democratizing access to mathematics, challenging the keenest scientific minds and fostering intellectual exchanges in a framework that is both rigorous and stimulating. Designed to awaken the curiosity of young people and reconcile them with mathematics, these exchange spaces combined deepening of knowledge and participatory pedagogy.

By hosting this scientific event, the Euromed University of Fes fully assumed its essential mission: training young talents, nurturing collective reflection and promoting the dissemination of knowledge, in a framework of excellence, openness and integrity.