Professor | Nyit and UM6P | United States
Dr. Ez-Zouhra El Maaiden is a biochemist and molecular biologist at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), recognized for her significant contributions to natural product chemistry, plant biotechnology, and antioxidant research. With a strong foundation in biochemistry, cellular biology, and molecular biology, she has established a dynamic research profile with growing international visibility. Her scholarly record includes over 480 citations, an h-index of 11, and an i10-index of 14, demonstrating consistent academic impact across interdisciplinary research domains. El Maaiden’s key research areas center on ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry, antioxidant mechanisms, plant micropropagation, green extraction technologies, and bioactive compounds for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. Her influential works include widely cited publications such as Genus Ziziphus: A comprehensive review on ethnopharmacological, phytochemical, and pharmacological properties, A comparative study between conventional and advanced extraction techniques, and Biotechnological approaches to producing natural antioxidants. Each contributes to global understanding of plant-derived therapeutics and sustainable bioprocessing methods. publication portfolio spans reputable journals such as Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Molecules, International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Frontiers in Plant Science, Frontiers in Nutrition, and others. Additional studies explore micropropagation of cacti, optimization of extraction protocols, spectrophotometric drug analysis, and antioxidant evaluations in various plant species, reflecting her diverse methodological . Maaiden’s collaborative research network includes partners from Morocco, Europe, and Asia, with over 20 co-authors contributing to multidisciplinary studies on natural antioxidants, phytochemical characterization, and plant biotechnology. Her ongoing work supports societal advancements in natural health products, sustainable agriculture, nutraceutical development, and cosmetic innovation. She has been acknowledged for her contributions through growing scholarly citations and leadership roles in cutting-edge research projects. Additionally, she participates in the scientific community through manuscript reviewing and contributions to editorial activities in journals focusing on biochemistry, natural products, and molecular sciences.
Featured Publications
1. El Maaiden, E., El Kharrassi, Y., Qarah, N. A. S., Essamadi, A. K., Moustaid, K., et al. (2020). Genus Ziziphus: A comprehensive review on ethnopharmacological, phytochemical and pharmacological properties. Journal of Ethnopharmacology.
2. El Maaiden, E., Bouzroud, S., Nasser, B., Moustaid, K., El Mouttaqi, A., Ibourki, M., et al. (2022). A comparative study between conventional and advanced extraction techniques: Pharmaceutical and cosmetic properties of plant extracts. Molecules.
3. El Maaiden, E., El Kharrassi, Y., Moustaid, K., Essamadi, A. K., & Nasser, B. (2019). Comparative study of phytochemical profile between Ziziphus spina-christi and Ziziphus lotus from Morocco. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization.
4. Bouzroud, S., El Maaiden, E., Sobeh, M., Merghoub, N., Boukcim, H., Kouisni, L., et al. (2023). Biotechnological approaches to producing natural antioxidants: Anti-ageing and skin longevity prospects. International Journal of Molecular Sciences
5. Bouzroud, S., El Maaiden, E., Sobeh, M., Devkota, K. P., Boukcim, H., & Kouisni, L., et al. (2022). Micropropagation of Opuntia and other cacti species through axillary shoot proliferation: A comprehensive review. Frontiers in Plant Science.