Center for Remote Sensing Applications (CRSA), Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), Morocco ​

​​General Overview​

 

CRSA drives research and innovation in remote sensing to support sustainable development across Africa. We combine scientific expertise and advanced technologies to address challenges in water, food, and natural resource management through:

  • Research for Food & Water Security: We develop tools

  • and methods using multi-source remote sensing data to support decision-making

  • Understanding Earth Systems: Our research explores how continental surfaces interact with climate and human activity.

  • Operational Services & Tools: CRSA provides services and operational products for users at local, national, and international levels.

Our vision

  • To be a leading center of excellence in Earth observation and geospatial intelligence, driving innovation, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable development across Africa and beyond.

Targets

  • Water Starting target

  • Soil Starting target

  • Agriculture Future target

  • Urbanism Future target

  • Mines

Scientific Excellence Pillars

  • Mohamed Hakim Kharrou

  • Hamza Ouatiki

  • Nadia Ouaadi

  • Abdessamad Hadri

  • Jamal Elfarkh

  • Abdelghani Chehbouni

  • Bouchra Ait Hssaine

  • Ayoub Guemouria

  • Chaimaa Elmhandez