Ayoub Ainane

Université Hassan II de Casablanca | FSAC · Department of Chemistry

Les algues présentent une complexité et un immense potentiel à travers une exploration approfondie de leurs caractéristiques, de leurs applications et de leur impact sur divers secteurs. Ce livre met en lumière leur rôle crucial dans les écosystèmes marins, ainsi que leur capacité à offrir des solutions innovantes aux défis environnementaux et écon...

This comprehensive review explores in depth the various aspects of hospital hygiene in Africa, focusing particularly on nosocomial infections, hospital environment, hand hygiene, and aseptic procedures. The fundamental objective of this study is to provide strategic support to the committee for the fight against nosocomial infections by developing...

This study provides an in-depth analysis of mpox, encompassing its history, characteristics, epidemiology, diagnostics, treatment options, and the ongoing evolution of the virus and its transmission dynamics. Mpox, though once successfully eradicated, has re-emerged with new modes of transmission and a broader host range. Genomic analyses have reve...

This study investigates the innovative use of natural porous clays from the Bejaad region in Morocco as a support matrix for the encapsulation and controlled release of lemon essential oil (Citrus limonum, EOCL), a natural compound with well-documented insecticidal properties. The research aims to address the inherent challenges of essential oils,...

This research explored the use of activated carbon derived from chickpea waste infected with anthracnose for the adsorption-based decontamination of methylene blue. The research process was structured around several key steps: the synthesis and characterization of activated carbon, the optimization of adsorption parameters, and the evaluation of ad...

Tisochrysis lutea is a marine microalga of the Haptophyta family, widely exploited in aquaculture due to its diverse chemical composition and potential in bioactive compounds, including its antioxidant activity. In this study, the antioxidant potential of T. lutea culture enriched with different urea-based nanonutrients (urea, methylurea, tetrameth...

L'objectif principal de cet ouvrage est de fournir une base solide pour la compréhension des notions fondamentales en biostatistiques. La maîtrise de ces concepts est essentielle dans des secteurs variés tels que les laboratoires de bioanalyses et de contrôle qualité, la technologie alimentaire, la biotechnologie végétale, le génie de l'environneme...

Le khat (Catha edulis Forsk) est une plante originaire de la péninsule Arabique et de l'Afrique de l'Est, profondément enracinée dans les traditions sociales et culturelles de ces régions. Sa mastication est une pratique courante au Yémen et à Djibouti, perçue comme un moyen de préserver les traditions alimentaires et de s’adapter aux environnement...

Fucoxanthin, a carotenoid with remarkable antioxidant properties, has considerable potential for high-value biotechnological applications in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cos-meceutical fields. However, conventional extraction methods of this molecule from microalgae are limited in terms of cost-effectiveness. This study focused on optimiz...

Fucoxanthin, a carotenoid widely studied in marine microalgae, is at the heart of scientific research because of its promising bioactive properties for human health. Its unique chemical structure and specific biosynthesis, characterized by complex enzymatic conversion in marine organisms, have been examined in depth in this review. The antioxidant,...

This research reveals the precise chemical composition of the essential oil extracted from the leaves of Laurus nobilis L. in the Khenifra region of Morocco. The comprehensive analysis conducted as part of this study identified a total of forty-three volatile compounds, which collectively constitute an impressive 89.87% of the total essential oil c...

This study examined the effects of khat chewing on oral gingival conditions by adopting a targeted process which combined physicochemical analyses of the teeth, histopathological examinations of the gums, and bioinformatics modeling. The physicochemical evaluation of teeth in khat consumers compared to non-consumers was carried out using specific a...

This study investigated the anti-leishmanial properties of silver oxide nanoparticles synthesized using environmentally friendly methods from extracts of Ericaria amentacea seaweed. The extracts were obtained via soxhlet extraction using hexane, ether, chloroform, and methanolic solvents. Physicochemical analyses, including UV spectrophotometry, tr...

This study explores the use of olive pomace from olive mill factories as an adsorbent to remove total phenols from olive mill effluent (OME). This approach aims to reduce the environmental impact of OME and offer a sustainable, cost-effective wastewater treatment solution for the olive oil industry. The olive pomace undergoes pretreatment steps inc...

In Morocco, aromatic and medicinal plants (PAM) represent an important category of non-wood forest products. These products encompass a wide range of products that exist spontaneously, in forests and outside forests, or as crops. After having been considered for a long time as secondary products or small products, RTEs have grown considerably in vi...

This study aims to assess the chemical makeup of essential oils extracted from Catha edulis Forsk plants found in the Day forest of the Republic of Djibouti. Additionally, it seeks to evaluate their effects in vivo through toxicity, biochemical, and hematological assessments. Furthermore, an in vitro study will be conducted to gauge the antibacteri...

This study focuses on assessing the insecticidal properties of γ-Al2O3 nanoparticles derived from Mentha pulegium remnants, including essential oil, ethanol extract, and plant waste. The nanoparticles were synthesized using a direct sol-gel method and their crystal structure was confirmed through extensive physicochemical analyses such as UV-Vis, X...

Leishmaniasis in Africa, which has been designated as a priority neglected tropical disease by various global organizations, exerts its impact on millions of individuals, primarily concentrated within this particular region of the world. As a result of the progressively grave epidemiological data, numerous governmental sectors and civil organizatio...

Cancer stands as one of the foremost causes of mortality globally, impacting millions annually. Thankfully, recent decades have seen significant strides in cancer therapy. Researchers have unearthed numerous natural compounds, some derived from plants, exhibiting promising anti-tumor properties. Among these, essential oils (EOs) and their component...

This study concentrates on assessing the insecticidal attributes of the γ-Al2O3 nanoparticles derived from the remnants of Mentha pulegium, which include essential oil, ethanolic extract, and plant waste. The synthesis of the γ-Al2O3 nanoparticles was execute dusing a direct sol-gel procedure, affirming the crystal structure according to extensive p...

This study concentrates on assessing the insecticidal attributes of γ-Al2O3 nanoparticles derived from remnants of Mentha pulegium, which include essential oil, ethanolic extract, and plant waste. The synthesis of γ-Al2O3 nanoparticles was executed via a direct sol-gel procedure, affirming the crystal structure through extensive physicochemical ana...

Abstract: Djibouti, a developing economy, grapples with significant socioeconomic obstacles and the prevalence of infectious pathologies, including certain forms of neoplasms. These challenges are exacerbated by limited access to affordable medical technologies for diagnosis, coupled with a lack of preventive interventions, particularly in disadvan...

Abstract: In this study, anti-leishmanial activities were performed on silver oxide nanoparticles green synthesized from hexane, ethereal, chloroform, and methanolic extracts of the Ericaria amentacea seaweed. The extracts were obtained using a soxhlet extraction system, and the silver oxide nanoparticles were synthesized through a simple and envir...

Brevet d’invention Récépissé de remise des pièces Loi n° 17/97 relative à la protection de la propriété industrielle telle que modifiée et complétée par la loi 23-13

Brevet d’invention Récépissé de remise des pièces Loi n° 17/97 relative à la protection de la propriété industrielle telle que modifiée et completée par la loi 23-13

Bone meal (BM), a by-product generated by the rendering industry, has been considered a source of pollution. The presence of several valuable nutrients makes it a wonderful soil amendment to improve crop productivity. A pot experiment was conducted for 180 days to examine the effect of bone meal application on soil properties, growth, and accumulat...

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, affecting millions of people each year. Fortunately, the last decades have been marked by considerable advances in the field of cancer therapy. Researchers have discovered many natural substances, some of which are isolated from plants that have promising anti-tumor activity. Among these, esse...

This work investigates olive pomace from olive mill factories as an adsorbent for the removal of total phenols from olive mill effluent (OME). This pathway of valorization of olive pomace reduces the environmental impact of OME while providing a sustainable and cost-effective wastewater treatment approach for the olive oil industry. Olive pomace wa...

This work aimed to evaluate the chemical composition of essential oils from Catha edulis Forsk collected in the Day Forest of the Republic of Djibouti. Additionally, in vivo toxicity studies, biochemical profiling, and hematological tests were conducted to determine the biological activity of the investigated essential oils. Finally, in vitro tests...

Citation: Abdoul-Latif, F.M.; Ejjabraoui, M.; Ainane, A.; Hachi, T.; Mohamed, J.; Oumaskour, K.; Boujaber, N.; El Montassir, Z.; Ainane, T. Correlation of the Diffusion Parameters and the Biological Activities in the Formulation of Pinus halepensis Essential Oil in Phosphogypsum Material. Appl. Sci. 2023, 13, 5358. https://doi. Abstract: The use of...

The main objective of this research was to optimize the biochar production process using olive pomace waste through a comprehensive 3-factor design of experiments with a Full Factorial Design model. The study focused on examining the individual effects of three crucial factors: biomass size, reactor temperature, and pyrolysis reaction time on bioch...

Hydroxyapatite (HAp) is a phosphocalcic biomaterial commonly applied in bone implants because of its high similarity to the natural bone in its composition and osteoconductive properties. The present study is designed to study the Physico-chemical properties of different bone samples, including bovine, ovine, and chicken, exposed to two different t...

Ziziphora hispanica L. and Mentha pulegium L. are aromatic shrubs known to produce essential oils demanded by food industries. This study reports on the insecticidal activity of these two oils harvested in Khenifra (Morocco) and of its major compound (Pulegone) against the main legume bruchids. Chromatographic analysis revealed the presence of 33 c...

The Covid-19 pandemic is a pandemic of an emerging infectious disease, the 2019 coronavirus disease Covid-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. The essential protective measures recommended by WHO (2020) to limit the spread of the Coronavirus (Covid-19) limited in the suppression of travel, quarantine and containment. In the first part of this...

Ruta chalepensis anticancer test data.

Ruta chalepensis L. (Rutaceae) is a tropical medicinal plant traditionally used in the Republic of Djibouti to treat several diseases, including tumors. In this study, the anticancer activities of this plant from Djibouti were investigated according to an in vitro evaluation method and statistical modeling. The results obtained will make it possibl...

In the context of the search for alternatives to synthetic fungicides to limit their environmental impact, this study explores the potential of the essential oil of Juniperus communis L. The objective is to characterize this essential oil and to study its antioxidant activity. And antifungal. The essential oil was extracted from the aerial part of...

Innovative adhesive formulations have been developed in the laboratory based on urea-formaldehyde resin by adding medicinal plants to an industrial adhesive formulation containing raw materials: urea-formaldehyde resin, urea, ammonium sulphate and starch. Specifically, Thymus species (Thymus bleicherianus, Thymus capitates, Thymus satureioides, Thy...

Abstract: Innovative adhesive formulations have been developed in the laboratory based on ureaformaldehyde resin by adding medicinal plants to an industrial adhesive formulation containing raw materials: urea-formaldehyde resin, urea, ammonium sulphate and starch. Specifically, Thymus species (Thymus bleicherianus, Thymus capitates, Thymus satureio...

Ocimum plants are of great interest to traditional medicine in the history of several civilizations, particularly in terms of chronic human diseases. Essential oils obtained from this genus have also been used as therapeutic agents. In this present work, two plants of the Ocimum species from Djibouti, Ocimum basilicum L. and Ocimum americanum L., w...

The aim of this research was to evaluate the essential oils of two medicinal plants from Djibouti: Cymbopogon schoenanthus (L.) Spreng. and Nepeta azurea R.Br. ex Benth. in cytotoxic activity against thirteen (13) cancer cell lines (A2780, A549, HCT116, HEK-293, JIMT-T1, K562, MIA-Paca2, MRC5, NCI-N87, PC3, RT4, U2OS and U87-MG) and antibacterial a...

Citation: Abdoul-Latif, F.M.; Elmi, A.; Merito, A.; Nour, M.; Risler, A.; Ainane, A.; Bignon, J.; Ainane, T.

La pandémie actuelle de Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 affecte, de manière majeure, la vie quotidienne des individus dans le monde entier depuis le début de l'année 2020. préexistantes, telles que l'hypertension artérielle, les maladies cardiovasculaires, le diabète ou l'atteinte de la fonction rénale, sont associées à un dé...

Traditional beers are often assumed to be safe. This study investigated the conservation and quality of this beer using essential oils extracted from four plants. Twenty five samples of local beers were collected from traditional producers. The chemical composition of the essential oils from the barks of Boswellia sacra, the flowers of Jasminum sam...

This study presents a new diet proposal for type 2 diabetics based on vegetables and fruits of the Cucurbitaceae family such as: cucumber, pickle, zucchini, squash, squash, watermelon and melon. The composition of these foods has a low carbohydrate content, this value which is considered acceptable for type 2 diabetics, also the foods used have ver...

This study aims to examine the total phenol and flavonoid contents of the two seaweeds: Cystoseira spinosa and Cystoseira mauritanica from the Atlantic coast of Morocco, as well as to assess the antioxidant activities of their extracts. To perform this experiment, the antioxidant activities was evaluated in vitro spectrophotometrically using four d...

The balanced diet of type 2 diabetics remains an effective recommended solution for the treatment of the disease, but in the case of infection with COVID-19 can complicate the situation and give a new problem of nutritional balance between several carbohydrate compositions, from lipids, proteins, vitamins, oligoelements, ... in this theme, a model...

Rosemary is a medicinal plant, it is interesting to know its therapeutic virtues, in order to replace synthetic products with bioactive molecules which are based on plants. This work consists of evaluating the antibacterial activity of the essential oil of spontaneous Rosmarinus officinalis L. collected in the region of Khenifra (Morocco). After ex...

The Atlas cedar or Cedar Atlasis one of the dominant plants in Morocco, it is interesting to know its therapeutic virtues, in order to replace synthetic products with bioactive molecules which are based on plants. This work consists in evaluating the antibacterial activity of the essen tial oil of spontaneous Cedar Atlas collected in the region of...

This work around the chemical composition and the insecticidal activity of the essential oils of two species of Moroccan pine, Pinus halepensis Mill. and Pinus pinaster Sol., from the region of Khenifra (Morocco), extracted from the dried aerial parts. The chemical composition of the essential oils extracted by hydrodistillation were studied by gas...

The emergence of new infectious diseases with new pathogenic properties is a serious health problem on a global scale and this is what is currently happening with the Covid 19 virus and its mutations. It is widely accepted that there is currently no effective way to stop the virus and its mutations other than certain precautions this implies strict...

Biological fertilizers have ability to supply the main nutrient elements from unavailable form to available ones during biological processes and provide favorable conditions for germination and initial growth. Microalgae are the cheap and best source of nitrogen, which does not cause soil and water pollution. Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata) i...

The Barbary Thuya, Tetraclinus articulata (Vahl) Masters, is a coniferous tree endowed with several pharmaceutical., medicinal and therapeutic proprieties and industrial. It is a medicinal and aromatic plant which occupies an area of 565720 ha in the field forrestier marocan recognized by his diversity and its flora and fauna richness. Then, and to...

Based on currently available epidemiological data, diabetes does not appear to be a risk factor for SARS-CoV-2 infection. However, it is associated with a more severe disease mainly due to its high prevalence in the elderly and polymorbid people, whose course is more often unfavorable. As with any other infection, pre-existing diabetes, especially...

The objective of this study is to find out the antifungal and synergistic activity of three essential oils of thyme species: Thymus capitatus (TC), Thymus bleicherianus (TB) and Thymus satureioides (TS) against chickpea blight (Ascochyta rabiei). After obtaining the essential oils by hydrodistillation, they were tested in vitro against the fungus A...

The essential oil of the leaves of Pistacia atlantica has biological activities known since antiquity especially in Africa. This work targets the study of the correlation between the antifungal activity against Ascochyta rabiei and the antioxidant activity of this essential oil. After obtaining the oil by the hydrodistillation process, a chemical c...

The work presented in this report is a study carried out on a group of 49 African diabetic type 2 recovered from an infection affected by the COVID-19 virus according to a survey based on the statistical snowball sampling method. The study includes general characteristics and some general information on the condition of diabetic patients, in additi...

Hydro distilled volatile oils extracted of wild pepper fruits (Schinus Molle) from Morocco were analyzed by GC/FID and GC/MS. 21 compounds standing for 95.4 % of the oil were identified of the Schinus Molle species. The major components of the oil were β-Myrcene (58.7 %), α-Phellandrene (11 %), Limonene (10.1 %), β-Phellandrene (8.6 %) and α-Pinene...

The nutritional value of microalgae considered a challenge for strengthening the immune system and that comes down to the richness of these biomasses by varied compositions and very abundant in proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins and oligoelements. This article provides a new avenue for using microalgae as a dietary supplement for diabetic pa...

This work aims to use two medicinal plants of the genus Artemisia to inhibit two enzymes responsible for diabetes: α-amylase and α-glucosidase. Two essential oils EOAH and EOAI were obtained by hydrodistillation, respectively of Artemisia heba-alba asso and of Artemisia ifranensis. Its chemical compositions were made by gas chromatography and it id...

Essential oils are widely used in aromatherapy, pharmacy, perfumery and cosmetics. Their use is linked to their various recognized biological activities. After extracting the essential oils from the aerial part of Artemisia herba alba by hydrodistillation using an " Alambic" pilot extractor, the chromatography analysis was carried out by gas chroma...

Many aromatic plants, sometimes considered as weeds, have very interesting biological properties whose application extends to various fields such as medicine, pharmacy, cosmetology and agriculture. This work consists of evaluating the antibacterial activity of the essential oil of Chrysanthemum coronarium L., spontaneous collected in the region of...

Abstract In the present study, a total of 119 isolates of fungi were isolated from forty nine (49) samples of eight grape varieties collected in two vinyards in Meknes area, Morocco. The identification of isolates of fingi was performed by macroscopic and microscopic methods. Selected Penicillium and Aspergillus strains were studied for their poten...

In the present study, a total of 119 isolates of fungi were isolated from forty nine (49) samples of eight grape varieties collected in two vinyards in Meknes area, Morocco. The identification of isolates of fingi was performed by macroscopic and microscopic methods. Selected Penicillium and Aspergillus strains were studied for their potential to p...

Contamination of agro-food items with mycotoxins produced by various classes of phytopathogenic fungi is a long-standing issue that has piqued interest in recent decades. Mycotoxins can have both acute and chronic toxic effects, and they can be responsible for food poisoning episodes in both livestock and humans. Natural chemicals have attracted in...

The purpose of this work is to study the antibacterial and cytotoxic activity by bioguided fractionation of extract of the seewead Cystoseia Gibraltaria screened from Moroccan coastlines. The observed extract was obtained using a soxhelt extractor with solvent characterized by increased polarities such as: hexane, ether, chloroform and methanol. Th...

The chemical composition of the essential oil of Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All. was studied for the first time on a local scale collected from the region of khenifra in Morocco. The extraction of essential oil was carried out by hydrodistillation, the average yield obtained at a rate of ab out 0.44%. The quantitative analysis of this essential oil wa...

During the past decade, natural bioactive chemicals derived from plants have known an increasing interest for scientific purposes and a variety of other applications including the pharmaceutical and food industries. Fenugreek (Trigonella-foenum graecum) is a leguminous plant that is one of the most traditional and promising therapeutic herbs. Fenug...

The Androctonus mauretanicus is largely found in North Africa, especially in central and southern Morocco, and is one of the animals with unsuspected potential in the medical field. The aim of this study is to demonstrate the pharmacological potential of extracts from this genus of scorpion and its therapeutic effect against tumour diseases based o...

Anthracnose, caused by Ascochyta sp. (Pass.) Lab., is the most important disease of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) which occurs mainly in the regions of the Mediterranean, the Near and Middle East and the North. West India. It is a handicap to the development of winter sowing and therefore is a brake on improving yields. For this, our study was carr...