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Launching the “Towards a Safe Environment” Initiative at Alexandria University to Protect Humans and Animals and Promote Environmental Balance
Under the patronage of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector, headed by Dr. Afaf El-Oufi, Vice President of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, launched the “Towards a Safe Environment” initiative. The initiative aims to enhance environmental safety and protect the health of humans and animals within the university campus and its surrounding community.
The launch ceremony was attended by Dr. Heba Sabri Salama, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at El-Shatby, and Dr. Mahmoud El-Maghrabi, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, in addition to representatives of civil society and student unions from the Faculties of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Afaf El-Oufi emphasized that the university attaches great importance to its role in addressing environmental and community issues, noting that the initiative includes a series of activities such as cooperation with civil society organizations, organizing vaccination and sterilization campaigns for animals, as well as awareness programs and seminars on safe and responsible animal handling.
In her speech, Dr. Heba Sabri Salama, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, stated that the initiative aims to instill a culture of environmental balance among students and the community, and to contribute to creating a healthy environment that protects both humans and animals.
Dr. Mahmoud El-Maghrabi, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, confirmed that vaccinating and sterilizing animals represents a crucial step in reducing the spread of zoonotic diseases, noting that the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine supports the initiative with its scientific and medical expertise in support of these national efforts.
It is worth mentioning that the first phase of the initiative was launched at the Faculty of Agriculture in El-Shatby, in cooperation with the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and the Veterinary Directorate of Alexandria, under the supervision of Dr. Randa Darwish, and with the participation of animal welfare commissioners Mohamed El-Gazzar and Mohamed El-Nozahi, along with a group of professors from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and veterinarians from the directorate. The campaign included vaccinating and sterilizing free-roaming dogs and injecting females to prevent reproduction, which is a necessary measure that contributes to reducing disease transmission and achieving balanced population management on campus and in surrounding areas.
The Postgraduate Studies and Research Council Reviews Alexandria University’s Research Performance in Leading International Scientific Journals for 2025
The Postgraduate Studies and Research Council at Alexandria University held its meeting on the morning of Tuesday, 18 November 2025, chaired by Dr. Hesham Saeed, Vice President of the University for Postgraduate Studies and Research. The council reviewed the university’s research performance indicators for the year 2025, which demonstrated significant progress in the volume and impact of scientific publishing by faculty members and researchers. A total of 3,370 research articles were published in indexed international scientific journals, 16.4% of which ranked among the top 10% most cited papers worldwide, while 2.2% ranked within the top 1% globally in citation rates. Dr. Saeed also affirmed that the university’s Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) recorded levels several times higher than the global average, reflecting the high quality of the university’s research output.
The council discussed AI-enhanced research services provided through the Egyptian Knowledge Bank, including Scopus AI, integrated within the Scopus database by Elsevier. The tool enables researchers to gain a rapid understanding of the research landscape by using natural language queries instead of traditional keywords, in addition to identifying research gaps, emerging topics, and new methodological patterns. The council also reviewed the ScienceDirect AI tool, embedded in the ScienceDirect platform, which specializes in analyzing full-text scientific publications, helping researchers achieve deeper insights into scientific studies and efficiently compare research findings through intelligent content analysis.
The council approved an update to the JCR global journal list under the Web of Science classification, which includes 14,740 journals across 254 disciplines. The updated list will be applied starting January 2026, in support of researchers and to encourage high-quality publication in top-tier international journals.
Additionally, the council ratified several international cooperation agreements and memoranda of understanding, including the renewal of the joint master’s program in Urban Design and Sustainable Revitalization between Alexandria University, Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus (Germany), and Cairo University; an academic and research collaboration agreement with Istanbul University in Turkey; an MoU between the Faculty of Science and the Federal University of Brazil for cooperation in science, arts, and culture; an agreement to provide specialized Chinese language instructors for the Faculty of Arts in cooperation with the Chinese Center for Education and Cooperation; a memorandum of understanding with the BRICS Academy for Skills Development and Technological Innovation in China to collaborate in research, training, and technology exchange; and a partnership agreement with the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) in Canada to support the integration of artificial intelligence technologies in higher education across the Middle East.
The meeting also addressed policies and regulations governing the suspension of enrollment for Egyptian and international postgraduate students, with the aim of developing registration procedures and facilitating study and research processes.
Education and Student Affairs Council Affirms Support for Students with Disabilities and Reviews Midterm Examination Progress
As part of the presidential initiative "Tamkeen" to support students with disabilities within Egyptian universities, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hakim, Vice President of Alexandria University for Education and Student Affairs, affirmed during the meeting of the Education and Student Affairs Council held yesterday, the university’s commitment to providing comprehensive support for its students with disabilities. This comes in implementation of the directives of the political leadership and within the framework of the "Tamkeen" initiative launched by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, aimed at strengthening the integration and empowerment of students with disabilities within the university community.
Dr. Abdel Hakim explained that Alexandria University is working to develop an integrated academic accessibility system that ensures the creation of an inclusive educational environment that meets the needs of all students, and promotes the principles of equality and equal opportunities across all faculties. He also highlighted the importance of cooperation and coordination between university faculties and the Taha Hussein Center for Services for Students with Disabilities, in order to enable these students to access academic content on an equal basis with others, develop their skills, and involve them in various student activities to help them overcome challenges throughout their university journey.
The Council also approved activating the role of the University Student Psychological Support Center as one of the essential pillars for ensuring a healthy and balanced educational environment. The presence of a specialized entity for psychological counseling and support has become a necessity rather than a luxury, as the center plays a key role in helping new students integrate into the university environment, adapt to academic life, and in the early detection of psychological issues before they escalate.
Dr. Abdel Hakim further stressed the importance of adhering to the regulations governing the smooth administration of first-semester midterm examinations, and providing all necessary support and suitable conditions within examination halls to help students perform their exams in a calm and appropriate atmosphere.
He also directed faculty vice deans to continue activating the role of academic advising across all faculties, and to maintain ongoing communication channels with students to introduce them to academic regulations and study systems, as well as to encourage high achievers and talented students, and support students who may be facing academic difficulties. This contributes to improving students’ performance, developing their capabilities, and guiding them toward academic success
Alexandria University and “Sehetna” Foundation Sign Cooperation Protocol to Equip an Intensive Care Unit at Al-Mowasat University Hospital
Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, and Mr. Mohamed Amr Sayed Shaker, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Sehetna Foundation for Development, have signed a cooperation protocol to equip an adult intensive care unit at Al-Mowasat University Hospital. The unit will include eight fully equipped ICU beds and an isolation room, at a total cost exceeding 13 million EGP.
Dr. Konsowa affirmed that the protocol supports the university’s plan to modernize its medical services, particularly in critical care specialties. He pointed out that Al-Mowasat Hospital is considered the largest center for liver, kidney, and bone marrow transplantation, as well as dialysis services across four governorates. He added that the new unit will be equipped in accordance with the highest technical standards.
For his part, Mr. Mohamed Amr Sayed Shaker expressed the foundation’s pride in its partnership with Alexandria University, stressing its commitment to supporting university hospitals and providing medical equipment and qualified personnel to serve patients.
The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Tamer Abdallah, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Chairman of the University Hospitals Board, Dr. Ahmed Sherin, Director of Al-Mowasat University Hospital, along with several representatives of the foundation.
President of Alexandria University Casts His Vote in the Parliamentary Elections and Calls for Positive Participation
Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, cast his vote this morning in the Parliamentary Elections at the polling station located at Martyr Walid Sobhi Al-Eis Primary School in the Smouha district.
Following the vote, Dr. Konsowa emphasized that participation in the elections is a national duty and a social responsibility, stressing that exercising this constitutional right reflects citizens’ awareness and their understanding of the importance of supporting the democratic process and the stability of the nation.
The President of Alexandria University also called on all members of the university community — including faculty, staff, and students — to participate positively in this national event and to exercise their constitutional right freely and consciously, in a way that strengthens the values of belonging and contributes to building a better future for Egypt.