Third International Conference on Nanosciences and Nanotechnology

المؤتمر الدولي الثالث لتقنيات وعلوم النانو

كلية العلوم والتقنيات جامعة نواكشوط

November 24-26, 2025

Bringing together researchers actively engaged in nanosciences and nanotechnology to highlight recent advancements and their integration into various applications.

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ICNN 2025
Faculty of Sciences and Techniques, Nouakchott University
200+ Participants
8+ Speakers

About ICNN 2025

This conference marks the third edition dedicated to bringing together researchers in nanosciences and nanotechnology. Building on previous successes, ICNN 2025 will continue to highlight advancements across a broad spectrum of applications.

This conference marks the third edition in a series dedicated to bringing together researchers actively engaged in nanosciences and nanotechnology. Following the 2023 edition, the scientific committee decided that the conference would be held biennially to maintain its high-quality scientific exchanges. Building on the success of previous editions (2022 and 2023), this conference will continue to highlight recent advancements across a broad spectrum of nanosciences and nanotechnologies, with a focus on their integration into various applications.

A distinguishing feature has been the equal opportunity for senior researchers and early-career scientists. ICNN 2025 will also introduce specialized sessions addressing Mauritania’s development challenges through nanotech solutions.

Conference Objectives

  • Enhance knowledge and expertise
  • Facilitate collaborations
  • Identify research synergies
  • Strengthen international partnerships

Conference Chairs

Chair photo

Prof M.Abdellah Lemine Kerim

Chair

Leader of Magnetic Materials Lab, Imam University, Riyadh, KSA

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Prof Y. Diagana

Co-Chair

Dean, College of Sciences and Technology, Nouakchott University, Mauritania

Conference Topics

The scientific committee of ICNN 2025 welcomes oral and poster contributions from both academic and industry-based researchers working across various domains of nanosciences and nanotechnologies. This edition aims to showcase cutting-edge research and emerging advancements in nanotechnology, with an emphasis on its role in sustainable development and innovative applications.

The topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

Fundamental Properties of Nanomaterials

Physical, chemical, and biological aspects of nanomaterials, including their synthesis, characterization, and functionalization.

Green and Sustainable Nanotechnology

Eco-friendly synthesis of nanomaterials, green chemistry approaches, and sustainable manufacturing.

Nanotechnology for Agriculture and Food Safety

Use of nanomaterials in smart fertilizers, pesticides, and food packaging.

Nanotechnology for Renewable Energy & Water Treatment

Applications in solar energy, hydrogen production, and nanomaterials for efficient water purification.

Nanotechnology for Environmental Sustainability

Role of nanotechnology in pollution control, air and water remediation.

Nanomedicine and Biomedical Applications

Nanomaterials for drug delivery, cancer therapy, biosensors, regenerative medicine, and diagnostics.

Artificial Intelligence in Nanomaterials

Machine Learning (ML) for Predictive Nanomaterials Design, ML Approaches for Magnetic Hyperthermia Efficiency Prediction

Invited Speakers

Distinguished international researchers sharing their expertise

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Prof Daniel Jaque

Nanomateraisl for BIOimaging Group, Departamento de Física de Materiales, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Madrid 28049, Spain

daniel.jaque@uam.es

Talk Title:

Biomedical applications of infrared emitted nanosensors: present and future

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Prof Youssef Habibi

Sustainable Materials Research Center (SusMat-RC), University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P), Ben Guerir, Morocco

youssef.habibi@um6p.ma

Talk Title:

Nanocellulose: from hype to industrial reality

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Prof Mohamed Henini

School of Physics and Astronomy, UNESCO UNISA Africa Chair in Nanosciences & Nanotechnology, University of Nottingham, UK

mohamed.henini@nottingham.ac.uk

Talk Title:

Molecular Beam Epitaxy From Research to Mass Production

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Prof Lassaad EL MIR

Gabes University, Faculty of Sciences of Gabes, 6072 Erriadh Manara City, Gabes, Tunisia

Lassaad.ElMir@fsg.rnu.tn

Talk Title:

Manufacturing of nanoparticle-based systems for advanced technological applications

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Dr Housseinou BA

BLACKLEAF SAS, 3 rue d'Ingwiller 67000 Strasbourg, France

hba@blackleaf.fr

Talk Title:

From Carbon Chemistry to Graphene-Based Innovation: A Journey from Lab to Industry

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Prof Balla D Ngom

Laboratoire de Photonique Quantique, d'Energie et de Nano-Fabrication, Département de Physique, Faculté des Sciences et Techniques, Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar (UCAD) B.P. 5005 Dakar-Fann Dakar, Sénégal

balla.ngom@ucad.edu.sn

Talk Title:

PLANT BIOMASS-DERIVED HYBRIDS CARBON NANOMATERIALS COMPOSITES FOR ADVANCED ENERGY STORAGE APPLICATIONS

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Prof Mohamed Abdellah Lemine Kerim

Magnetic Material Lab (MLL), Imam University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

mamamin@imamu.edu.sa

Talk Title:

Tailoring Magnetic Nanoparticles For Hyperthermia-Based Cancer Therapy

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Mohammed AZZAZ

Head of USTHB's physical-chemical analysis technical platform, University of Science and Technology Houari Boumediene, Algeria

mohamed.azzaz@usthb.edu.dz

Talk Title:

Nanomaterials - Application to Magnetic Refrigeration

Conference Committees

Distinguished experts and professionals guiding the scientific direction and organization of ICNN 2025

Prof Aliou Hamady Barry (Chairman)

Nouakchott University, Mauritania

Prof Mohamed Henini

Nottingham University, UK

Prof Mohamed Bououdina

Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia

Prof Abdel Kader Mahmoud

Nouakchott University, Mauritania

Prof Lassad El Mir

Gabess University, Tunisia

Dr Yacoub Diagana

Nouakchott University, Mauritania

Prof M A Lemine Kerim

Imam University, Saudi Arabia

Dr Housseinou Ba

Expert AFNOR Nanotechnologie, France

Dr Mohamed A. M'Hamed

Nouakchott University, Mauritania

Prof Mohamed Abderrahmane Senhoury

Nouakchott University, Mauritania

Dr Rabia Yahya

Nouakchott University, Mauritania

Important dates

Key deadlines for the conference

Abstract Deadline

September 15, 2025

Notification of Acceptance

October 15, 2025

Conference Dates

November 24, 2025

Program & Resources

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Previous Conferences

IWNN 2022 Poster

IWNN 2022

  • 📍 Hotel Monotel — June 27–29, 2022
  • 🎤 Invited talks: 6 | Oral presentations: 20
  • 👥 Participants: 130
UNA article
TV Program
💼 Sponsors: BP, SMH, COMSTECH
ICNN 2023 Poster

ICNN 2023

  • 📍 Hôtel Mauri Center — June 19–21, 2023
  • 🎤 Invited talks: 7 | Oral presentations: 18
  • 👥 Participants: 91
TV Program
💼 Sponsors: ALESCO, ICTP, ANRSI, SMH

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