Medical biologist · Embryologist · Researcher

Advancing reproductive biology

Dr Noureddine Louanjli has dedicated his career to reproductive biology, clinical embryology, and improving laboratory practice in assisted reproductive technology.

1982Graduated in Strasbourg
1992IRIFIV founded
80+Scientific publications
Portrait professionnel du Dr Noureddine Louanjli
Laboratory director LABOMAC · IRIFIV, Casablanca
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Professional portrait

About Dr Louanjli

A doctor of pharmacy, medical biologist, embryologist, and researcher, Dr Noureddine Louanjli specializes in medical and reproductive biology.

He graduated from Louis Pasteur University of Strasbourg in 1982 and began his career at the Ziraoui Social Security Polyclinic, directing its medical biology laboratory from 1985 to 1991.

Since 1991, he has directed the LABOMAC laboratory in Casablanca. He founded the IRIFIV Center in 1992 and went on to direct the African Fertility Clinic from 2008, alongside his clinical, scientific, and educational work.

A career devoted to scientific precision, laboratory innovation, and the transmission of knowledge in reproductive biology.

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More than four decades of experience

Professional career

1982
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University education

Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Louis Pasteur University of Strasbourg, specializing in medical and reproductive biology.

1985–1991
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Ziraoui Polyclinic

Director of the medical biology laboratory at the Ziraoui Social Security Polyclinic.

1991
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LABOMAC leadership

Became director of the private LABOMAC medical and reproductive biology laboratory in Casablanca.

1992
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IRIFIV founded

Founded the IRIFIV fertility center in Casablanca, dedicated to multidisciplinary infertility care.

2008
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New techniques in Morocco

Began directing the African Fertility Clinic and introduced oocyte and embryo vitrification and preimplantation genetic diagnosis at his centers.

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Fields of specialization

Areas of expertise

From biological analysis to embryo culture, his work connects fundamental research, clinical practice, and laboratory quality.

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Reproductive biology

Study of the biological mechanisms involved in human fertility and conception.

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Clinical embryology

Embryo culture, assessment, development, transfer, and preservation.

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Assisted reproductive technology

IVF, ICSI, intrauterine insemination, and advanced laboratory procedures.

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Andrology and male infertility

Sperm quality, azoospermia, DNA integrity, and male reproductive health.

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Cryopreservation

Vitrification and preservation of sperm, oocytes, and embryos.

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IVF laboratory quality

Metrology, procedures, traceability, equipment control, and continuous improvement.

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Scientific contributions

Selected research

A selection of work on male infertility, reproductive genetics, sperm metabolism, and biomarkers.

Reproductive genetics2018

Paternal age: Negative impact on sperm genome decays and IVF outcomes after 40 years

Molecular Reproduction and Development

This study examines age-related decline in sperm quality and its association with sperm-genome damage and IVF outcomes.

Male infertility2024

Genome and Epigenome Disorders and Male Infertility

Genes

A review of genetic and epigenetic mechanisms associated with male infertility and their diagnostic and therapeutic implications.

Sperm metabolism2025

Exploring Human Sperm Metabolism and Male Infertility

International Journal of Molecular Sciences

A systematic review of metabolic pathways required for normal sperm function, investigated through omics and imaging approaches.

Environmental health2025

A Narrative Review of Heavy Metals and Sperm Quality

Current Issues in Molecular Biology

This review examines how heavy-metal exposure may disrupt antioxidant balance, increase oxidative stress, and impair sperm quality.

Epigenetics2025

Leveraging epigenetic aberrations in the pathogenesis of endometriosis

Frontiers in Genetics

A synthesis of DNA methylation and non-coding RNAs as mechanisms in endometriosis pathogenesis and potential biomarker pathways.

Sperm DNA2025

Effect of Sperm DNA Fragmentation and Chromatin Decondensation on PLCζ Efficacy

Current Issues in Molecular Biology

This work studies links between DNA fragmentation, sperm-chromatin decondensation, and PLCζ efficacy in infertile patients.

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Knowledge sharing and engagement

Scientific and professional activities

Alongside his research and clinical practice, Dr Louanjli contributes to the continuing education of reproductive-biology professionals.

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Practical training

Workshops on sperm analysis, IVF, ICSI, insemination, and cryopreservation.

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Quality and metrology

Training on equipment, storage-control systems, and IVF laboratory quality.

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Scientific societies

Participation in organizations and specialist groups for reproductive biology and clinical embryology.