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Alexandria University Receives UAE Delegation, Discusses Final Preparations for Inaugurating University's Abu Dhabi Branch 2025/2026
Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, received His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan, Advisor to the Presidential Court of the United Arab Emirates, and his accompanying delegation on Monday, August 18, 2025. The meeting discussed ways to enhance mutual cooperation and reviewed the final preparations for the launch of the university's new branch in Abu Dhabi at the beginning of the academic year 2025/2026.
The meeting was attended by the university's vice presidents, as well as several deans of faculties and institutes, advisors, assistant to the University President for Internationalization and International Relations, and members of the International Relations Office. The meeting reviewed prospects for cooperation in the fields of education and scientific research, and the role of the university's Abu Dhabi branch in providing distinguished higher education in line with Egypt's Vision 2030 and the UAE Vision 2030.
In his speech, Dr. Konsowa welcomed the Emirati delegation, emphasizing the deep historical relations between Egypt and the UAE, and praising His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa's significant support for the establishment of the new branch. He explained that Alexandria University possesses academic cadres capable of preparing globally competitive alumni, who meet the development requirements of the UAE. He also noted its expertise in internationalizing education and offering dual programs and degrees in collaboration with prestigious international universities.
For his part, His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Mohammed expressed his pleasure at visiting the prestigious Alexandria University, appreciating its distinguished academic reputation regionally and internationally. He emphasized that establishing the university's branch in Abu Dhabi will contribute to supporting scientific research linked to the knowledge economy and offering quality academic and professional programs that enable students to obtain dual or joint degrees with international universities. This represents a significant addition and attraction for students from the region, reflecting the deep fraternal relations between the two countries.
** Reviewing Academic and Research Experiences
The meeting included introductory presentations about the university's faculties, institutes, and research centres, their achievements in international rankings, and their joint programs with international universities. The deans of the faculties also reviewed pioneering models of academic cooperation, including:
- The Manchester Program at the Faculty of Medicine.
- Dual programs in the faculties of Dentistry, Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Business Administration with prestigious American and European universities.
The university also showcased its efforts to link scientific research with the knowledge economy through the Technology Park project.
**A Field Tour of Alexandria University Hospitals
Following the meeting, the University President accompanied His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa and the accompanying delegation on an inspection tour of Smouha University Hospital for Paediatric Medicine and Surgery and Smouha University Specialized Hospital.
The tour included visits to the departments of Paediatric Cardiac Catheterization, Stroke and Brain Catheterization, Adult Cardiac Catheterization Units, Open Heart Surgery, Respiratory and Digestive Endoscopy, Vascular Surgery and Interventional Catheterization, and the Electrophysiology Unit. The delegation listened to a detailed explanation from the medical teams about the latest technologies and services provided.
The UAE delegation expressed their admiration for the advanced level of Alexandria University hospitals and the competence of their medical staff, thanking the university administration for its efforts in developing medical education and health services.
Launch of EDUGATE 2025 International Higher Education and Training Forum in Alexandria
Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, witnessed today, Wednesday, August 6, 2025, the launch of the 17th edition of the "EDUGATE 2025" International Education Exhibition in its Alexandria edition, held at the Hilton Green Plaza Hotel, with broad participation from Egyptian and international universities.
This edition is held under the theme "The Future of Education Begins in Egypt", and is sponsored by Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and Dr. Amr Ezzat Salama, Secretary-General of the Association of Arab Universities. Among the attendees were Dr. Ali Shams, President of EDUGATE Exhibition, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hakim, Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at Alexandria University, Dr. Mona Gamal El-Din, Dean of the Faculty of Energy and Environmental Engineering at the Egyptian-Japanese University, Dr. Ahmed Tantawy, Executive Director of the Exhibition, Dr. Ayman Ismail, General Director of the Exhibition, Dr. Hala Mokled, Director of the International Students Office at Alexandria University, and Dr. Noufi bin Taj El-Din, Director of the “Study in Malaysia” program under the Malaysian Ministry of Education, in addition to a number of representatives from public, private, and national Egyptian universities, as well as several representatives of foreign universities.
EDUGATE is considered one of the most prominent academic events in Egypt and the Arab world. It serves as a strategic platform for direct communication between universities, students, and their families. The exhibition aims to showcase leading academic programs and available study opportunities locally and internationally. Alexandria University and Alexandria National University both participated with two booths that offered an outstanding presentation of their academic and research programs, with a focus on modern programs and international partnerships with prestigious universities around the world.
Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa expressed his pride in the university’s participation in this event, emphasizing that EDUGATE represents a strategic platform for showcasing the distinguished academic offerings of Egyptian universities. It helps students make informed decisions about their academic future through direct engagement with representatives of educational institutions. He added that Alexandria University’s participation aligns with its strategy for community outreach and increasing awareness of its unique programs, especially those in collaboration with global universities and research centers that link education with the labor market.
The organization of EDUGATE reflects Egypt's commitment to supporting education as one of the pillars of sustainable development, in line with Egypt’s Vision 2030, aimed at building qualified and competitive human resources both regionally and globally. The exhibition saw a large turnout from high school students and their parents, in addition to the participation of universities from the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, France, the UAE, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and others.
The exhibition is scheduled to conclude this evening, with the participation of a distinguished group of academic and diplomatic figures, as well as leaders in the education sector and representatives of civil society.
Social Solidarity Unit Participates in the "START" Summit Concluding University Units’ Activities for the Academic Year 2024–2025
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Social Solidarity Unit at Alexandria University participated in the "START" Summit, organized by the Ministry of Social Solidarity to conclude the activities of university solidarity units across Egyptian universities for the academic year 2024–2025. The event was attended by Dr. Saeed Allam, Vice President of Alexandria University for Community Service and Environmental Development, Dr. Shaimaa Mohamed Ibrahim Ali Serag, Coordinator of the Social Solidarity Unit at Alexandria University, along with a wide participation of university students, representatives of educational institutions, and partners from the private sector and civil society.
During the summit, Dr. Maya Morsy, Minister of Social Solidarity, toured the accompanying exhibitions and activities. The event concluded with honoring Professor Dr. Saeed Allam and presenting him with a shield in appreciation of Alexandria University’s distinguished participation in the summit’s activities.
In her speech at the summit, Dr. Maya Morsy emphasized the importance of practical training as a key step in building the future of youth. She highlighted that the Ministry is committed to supporting students throughout their academic journey through training programs, scholarships, and social support services, in collaboration with major institutions such as the Sawiris Foundation for Social Development and the Housing and Development Bank. This comes as part of the Ministry’s strategy for youth economic empowerment.
Dr. Mohamed El Okby, Assistant to the Minister of Social Solidarity for Strategic Communication and Media and General Coordinator of University Social Solidarity Units, explained that the project succeeded in carrying out more than 1,000 activities during the past academic year and in providing numerous training and employment opportunities for students. He noted that the initiative aims to serve as a miniature version of the Ministry within university campuses, delivering support services, care, and vocational and social rehabilitation.
The summit featured the participation of nearly 100 companies, banks, civil society organizations, and startups. It also included the organization of 10 training workshops covering labor market skills, CV writing, personal development, and modern technologies, with the participation of around 100 speakers from various fields offering inspiring stories and practical experiences for university students.
The organization of the "START" Summit is part of the Ministry of Social Solidarity’s plan to expand support for university youth and integrate them into the labor market through specialized practical training programs. Starting next year, the summit will be held twice annually in response to the increasing demand from youth for training and economic empowerment programs.
Five Teams of Faculty Members and Their Students Win in the Pre-Incubation Program Competition at Alexandria University’s PILOT Incubator
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Center for Educational Innovations and Lifelong Learning, in cooperation with Alexandria University’s PILOT Incubator, organized an intensive five-day entrepreneurship training program for faculty members and their students. The program was a special edition of the "Daqo El-Shamasy" summer 2025 workshop series.
The training covered a range of topics delivered by a distinguished group of expert trainers, including incubating creative ideas at the PILOT Incubator, marketing and digital marketing for startups, artificial intelligence for entrepreneurship, intellectual property for emerging projects, presenting prototypes and securing funding. The teams also received guidance and mentoring from the PILOT Incubator team.
The program concluded with the PILOT Pre-Incubation Competition, where 28 teams from various public, national, and technological universities competed.
The competition results were as follows:
First Place: WAYPRO team, supervised by Dr. Sherif Kandil, Faculty of Agriculture, Alexandria University.
Second Place: Tourigo team, supervised by Dr. Dina Hosny El-Naggar, Faculty of Engineering, Benha National University.
Third Place: FMS team, supervised by Dr. Mohamed Samir, Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport.
Fourth Place: Pharma Safe Link team, supervised by Dr. Ibrahim Shoaib, Borg El Arab Technological University.
Fifth Place: Patients Together team, supervised by Dr. Alaa Gamaa, Lecturer at the Faculty of Business, Alexandria University.
Alexandria University Students Participate in the 2025 International Summer Training Program at the University of Louisville, USA
As part of the distinguished academic partnership between Alexandria University and the University of Louisville in the United States, and under the patronage of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, a group of students from the Faculty of Engineering – Alexandria University participated in the 2025 International Summer Training Program at the University of Louisville, one of the most prominent programs for advanced research exchange.
The participating students had the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research projects under the supervision of a distinguished group of American professors and scientists, focusing on key topics in the fields of artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and biomedical engineering.
The most notable projects included:
A project on the electrochemical analysis of seawater for the efficient and low-cost production of high-purity hydrogen and oxygen, with applications in energy and medicine – by student Silvana San George, supervised by Dr. Mahendra Sunkara.
A project on breast cancer classification using artificial intelligence (deep learning and Vision Transformers - ViT) based on histopathological images, aimed at improving diagnostic accuracy and interpretability – by student Seif Mohamed, supervised by Dr. Ayman El-Baz.
A project on sensor data fusion to enhance the Adaptive Robotic Nursing Assistant (ARNA). The student developed an algorithm that integrates data from sensors such as force and light sensors to estimate patient intention and improve robot control. The system employs a Neural Adaptive Control (NAC) strategy aimed at reducing the physical burden on healthcare workers – by student Ahmed Ghazal, supervised by Dr. Dan Popa.
A project on synthesizing two-dimensional silicon boron nitride (Si₂BN) using plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD), marking the first experimental attempt to manufacture this theoretical material, which possesses promising thermal and electronic properties for hydrogen storage applications – by student Ahmed Ibrahim, supervised by Dr. Mahendra Sunkara.
A project on analyzing metabolomic data to predict survival rates in patients with glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), using a software interface to examine the relationship between metabolic changes and tumor aggressiveness – by student Malak Fathallah, supervised by Dr. Hermann Frieboes.
Student: Mark Mikhaimar
A project on designing a self-contained control panel for evaluating red blood cells under microgravity conditions. The student developed an advanced hemoglobin analysis system using compact electronic circuits and multi-wavelength spectrophotometry (577 nm, 630 nm, 700 nm). The system was tested in a simulated microgravity environment to ensure accuracy – supervised by Dr. Thomas Roussel.
This participation aligns with Alexandria University's strategy to strengthen international collaboration and prepare a generation of researchers and engineers capable of competing in global scientific environments. It also builds on the success of the dual-degree program between the two universities, which allows engineering students at Alexandria University to earn a dual bachelor's degree or pursue graduate studies at the University of Louisville. Notably, last year saw the graduation of the first cohort of the program in the field of biomedical engineering.
Through such international cooperation, Alexandria University reaffirms its commitment to developing the skills of its students and opening new horizons for their participation in global research projects, contributing to the formation of national cadres capable of innovation and development across various scientific and engineering fields.
