Scientific research represents the core mission of the Laboratory “Morocco and the Mediterranean Countries: Civilizational, Political and Cultural History.” The laboratory is dedicated to the production of historical knowledge and the advancement of studies related to Morocco’s history and its Mediterranean and African environments through interdisciplinary approaches combining history, archaeology, and heritage studies.

The laboratory promotes both individual and collective research by supervising doctoral theses, supporting research projects, organizing conferences and scientific meetings, and participating in national and international research programs.

• History of Morocco from Prehistory to the contemporary period.
• Moroccan archaeology and tangible and intangible heritage.
• Morocco’s relations within Mediterranean and African spheres.

• Archaeology and Heritage Research Team.
• Moroccan-Iberian Studies Research Team.
• Morocco & Sub-Saharan Africa History Research Team.

The laboratory also places strong emphasis on training young researchers by involving them in fieldwork projects and scientific programs, thereby contributing to academic development and the renewal of historiographical research.