We recently had the chance to connect with Bassam AL NAHARI and have shared our conversation below.
Bassam , we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: What are you chasing, and what would happen if you stopped?
I’m chasing meaningful innovation, the kind of progress that serves humanity rather than turning technology into a purely industrial or consumerist tool. Guided by this conviction, I strive to transform ideas into tangible, sustainable solutions, evolving every day through research and experimentation.
This continuous pursuit of growth gives my work its true meaning, far more than the exhausting chase for perfection ever could. If I were to stop evolving, I would lose connection with my deeper mission: to bridge science, technology, and human purpose.
Still, I believe that pausing at times is essential, not as a sign of surrender, but as a moment to regain balance, realign my vision, and return stronger, like a warrior who rests briefly before continuing the fight with renewed courage
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Bassam Al-Nahari, a Yemeni innovator and Ph.D. student based in Morocco, pursuing advanced studies in 3D and 4D printing technologies at Hassan II University of Casablanca. My work explores how smart and sustainable materials can respond intelligently to their environment, bridging engineering, creativity, and sustainability.
In 2025, I was selected to participate in the Erasmus+ AfriConnect+ mobility program at Aix-Marseille University in France, where I presented my patented invention, COPG (Capteur Opérationnel Programmable du Gaz), and received advanced training in entrepreneurship, innovation, and micro-electronics. This experience deepened my understanding of the European innovation ecosystem and strengthened my commitment to transforming scientific ideas into market-ready, socially impactful solutions.
Through my business 3D Gadgets, I continue to merge research, entrepreneurship, and education, helping others bring their creative ideas to life through digital fabrication. For me, innovation is not only about technology, but about purpose: advancing science while serving humanity and the environment.
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. Who taught you the most about work?
The person who taught me the most about work was my father.
He wasn’t an engineer or an academic, but he had an incredible sense of discipline, craftsmanship, and pride in doing things well. From a young age, he taught me that real work isn’t just about completing tasks it’s about responsibility, precision, and self-reliance. He used to say, “Learning a craft makes you independent,” and that simple advice became one of the foundations of my life.
Later, as I advanced in my academic and entrepreneurial journey in Morocco, I realized how deeply that lesson shaped my approach to research and innovation. Whether I’m developing new materials for my research or mentoring university students, I still apply the same principle: work is not just effort, it’s integrity, patience, and the will to create something meaningful.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
If I could say one kind thing to my younger self, I would say:
“Keep believing, even when the path seems uncertain. Hold on to your dreams and believe in them, nothing is impossible.”
Every obstacle you face is shaping your strength and preparing you for something greater. The long nights, the failed experiments, and the moments of doubt are not setbacks, they’re part of the process that will build your resilience and purpose.
Today, I’m living the dreams that once fueled my childhood curiosity. I would tell that little boy again: believe in your dreams, keep chasing them, and in the end you can do it, and you will deserve it.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
In life, there are sciences we learn to apply and knowledge we study to understand.
For me, true learning is not complete until it is shared, that’s why I’m deeply committed to continuous learning, applying what I know, and sharing it with anyone who might benefit. I believe that knowledge should never be monopolized but spread to inspire others and shape a more positive mindset around us.
Technology, in my view, is not an end in itself but a means to make life safer, more sustainable, and more human.
I believe that success is not a final destination but an ongoing journey of learning, improvement, and evolution.
No matter how long it takes, I will keep working toward a world where innovation meets compassion, a world where every invention carries a human purpose,
and every human purpose inspires a new invention.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. Could you give everything your best, even if no one ever praised you for it?
The idea of praise varies from one person to another and largely depends on the environment in which a person was raised.
It plays a very important role in childhood, as it helps build self-confidence and provides an early reference for behavior and motivation toward achievement. However, over time, this perspective changes and becomes linked to one’s personal growth and level of awareness.
At first, praise from my family served as a powerful motivator, a sign that what I was doing was good and meaningful. But today, praise is no longer essential for me; in fact, I now value constructive feedback and honest guidance more than simple compliments.
I’ve learned that I must always give my best, even when no one is watching,
because excellence is an inner value, not a reaction to external praise.
Even in the absence of applause, I will continue to give my best; for my work is not meant to be seen,
but to make a real difference.
The true value of what I do lies not in recognition,
but in the impact it creates, in improving lives and leaving a lasting mark, even long after I’m gone.
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