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Training Program on "Developing Rumi Cheese Industry to Compete in International Markets”
On Sunday the 21st of May 2023, Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, Vice President of Alexandria University for Postgraduate Studies and Research Affairs, inaugurated the program of the training course organized by the Faculty of Agriculture, under the title “Developing the Rumi Cheese Industry to Compete in Global Markets”, in the presence of Dr. Mohamed Bahey El-Din, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Dr. Heba Sabri Salama, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, Dr. Aisha Abdelmaqsoud, Head of the Department of Dairy Science and Technology, Dr. Morsi Abulseoud El-Souda, Emeritus Professor of the Department of Dairy Science and Technology, and a group of industrialists, experts, faculty members and graduates.
In his speech, Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour stressed that this program is one of the most important strategic goals of Alexandria University headed by Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, which is to enhance cooperation between scientific research and industry, with the aim of achieving economic growth, assisting the state in reducing the import bill, enhancing the competitiveness of the national industry, and supporting local manufacturing. El-Ghandour indicated that this training course emphasizes the importance of integration and cooperation between the university’s research centres and bodies and industrialists, in order to achieve the country’s sustainable development goals (Egypt’s Vision 2030). He also expressed his hope that the training course will come out with recommendations that help provide a competitive local product In global markets, and contribute to transforming the innovative research produced by Alexandria University into industrial products that meet current and future needs.
While Dr. Mohamed Bahey El-Din confirmed that Alexandria University spares no effort in supporting applicable scientific research, indicating that this practical training course will be conducted at the biochemistry laboratories of dairy microbes under the supervision of Dr. Morsi El-Souda, former dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and a global expert in the production and processing of Dairy. Dr. Bahey El-Din thanked the Department of Dairy Science and Technology for its efforts in providing applicable scientific research, and obtaining a number of research projects capable of achieving global competitiveness.
Dr. Heba Salama indicated that this training course aims to link scientific research with the industrial community, to benefit from the results of research and studies produced by the dairy department at the faculty, and provide all scientific services and advice to the industrial community, noting that this course will follow up and evaluate the best research proposals that provide practical and applied solutions to the challenges in the cheese and dairy industry.
Dr. Aisha Abdelmaksoud confirmed that holding this training course was due to the large consumption of different types of cheese, as data issued by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development indicate that the volume of cheese consumed in Egypt will reach 734 thousand tons by 2028, as the demand for cheese increases, which It is one of the most popular foods all over the world, in addition to the announcement by the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology to open the door to receiving proposals for applied research projects and economic technological solutions to meet the challenges facing the local industry (Apple 2 initiative), which was launched in July 2022. She announced that the dairy department has obtained four research projects with this initiative in cooperation between the Academy of Scientific Research and Alexandria University, and they are: a project to produce starter cultures for the Rumi cheese industry (white cheese, Damietta cheese, and speeding up the maturity of Rumi cheese), a project to manufacture Rumi cheese with a starter with the best salting method, and a project to produce a natural preservative for milk and study its effect on the components of milk, and a project to fortify yogurt with sweet potatoes for patients with diabetes and high cholesterol.
Seminar on "Management, Sustainability and Strategic Planning of the Center of Excellence for Water” at Faculty of Engineering
Dr Ashraf El-Ghandour, Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research Affairs, witnessed the activities of the symposium on “Management, Sustainability and Strategic Planning for the Centre of Excellence for Water at Alexandria University”, in the presence of Dr. Said Allam, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Dr. Essam Wahba, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Engineering for Graduate Studies and Research and Executive Director of the Center, Dr. Walid Abdelazim, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Engineering for Community Service and Environmental Development, Dr. Wael El-Meghlani, Acting Vice-Dean for Education and Student Affairs, Dr. Dina El-Gayar, Deputy Director of the Project Management Unit at the University, and representatives of American and Egyptian universities participating in the center, as well as a group of faculty members, specialists and experts.
In his speech, Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour stressed that the project of the Water Excellence Center at Alexandria University is working to find solutions to the expected water problems in light of population growth and the serious challenges we are currently facing. El-Ghandour expressed his hope that the workshop will come out with recommendations that contribute to achieving sustainability for the Water Excellence Center, which represents an expert house to provide practical solutions to all challenges related to the field of water in Egypt.
Dr. Said Allam indicated that the workshop discusses the strategic plan for the center, which works to support learning and applied research in the field of water, as well as work to address the most important challenges facing Egypt in sustainable water management.
While Dr. Essam Wahba confirmed that the workshop discusses the sustainability plan and the governance system of the center, which is concerned with studying the latest developments in the fields of science and scientific research and new uses of technology in the field of water, as well as providing consultations and training services in the field of water in line with the national strategy of the country’s sustainable development plan “Egypt Vision 2030”.
Dr. El Ghandour Inaugurates Annual International Conference of Internal Medicine Entitled "Integrative Medicine for the Department of Internal Medicine"
On the evening of Wednesday the 23rd of November, Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, Vice President of Alexandria University for Graduate Studies and Research, and the honorary president of the conference, witnessed the inauguration ceremony of the nineteenth annual conference of the Department of Internal Medicine in Alexandria, at the Great Hall of the Faculty of Medicine. The conference that is taking place on the 23rd and 24th of November, under the title "Integrative Medicine for the Department of Internal Medicine", will present the latest techniques and discoveries in disease prevention, treatment and emergency cases concerning internal medicine, haematology, diabetes, hepatology, gastroenterology, and rheumatism.
The opening session was attended by Dr. Ali Abdel Mohsen, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Dr. Ayman El Shayeb, Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research, Dr. Tamer Abdallah, Executive Director of University Hospitals, Dr. Iman Youssef, Head of the Internal Medicine Department and Conference Chair, Dr. Ezzat Ali, Head of the Digestive System Unit, and Dr. Ahmed Zaid, Head of the Hepatology Unit, and a group of senior professors of internal medicine, international lecturers and students.
In his speech, Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour stressed that Alexandria University is keen to support and motivate all scientific conferences that discuss and present all that is new in all disciplines related to the departments of internal diseases and haematology at the Faculty of Medicine, in a way that contributes to enriching the medical scene, in cooperation with the rest of the faculty’s departments, to achieve what is called “Integrative Medicine” to ensure a successful medical system at the university. Dr. El-Ghandour confirmed that he is proud to be a graduate of the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, specifically the Department of Internal Medicine, as it is one of its oldest departments, that has achieved a qualitative leap in its various sub-specialties in internal and blood diseases. In addition, it includes a group of the greatest professors and great scientists who contributed to the graduation of qualified doctors who in turn took part in the advancement of medicine in Egypt and many Arab countries, and the improvement of health services provided to millions of patients over many years.
Dr. Iman Youssef confirmed that the conference was preceded by several research sessions and discussions at the premises of the Department of Internal Medicine on Tuesday the 22nd of November, with the participation of the department’s professors, graduate students and interns. Youssef confirmed that the conference hosts a group of senior professors of haematology, diabetes, hepatology, gastroenterology, and rheumatism, and international lecturers, to discuss integrative medicine between the 8 units of the Department of Internal Medicine and the rest of the clinical departments of the faculty, as well as to discuss the latest methods of diagnosis and treatment in internal diseases and haematology. The participants will also hold scientific sessions and important lectures to discuss the latest types of treatments and medicines, and to shed light on all that is new in the field, whether through presenting scientific research or through workshops that contribute to updating the information of all doctors and keeping abreast of all that is new in various medical specialties.
Faculty of Law Organizes Educational Seminar on “Citizenship between Christianity and Islam”
Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, Vice President of Alexandria University for Postgraduate Studies and Research Affairs, on behalf of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, participated this afternoon in the educational symposium organized by the Faculty of Law under the title "Citizenship between Christianity and Islam", In which the speakers were Dr. Ali Gomaa, the former Grand Mufti of Egypt, and Chairman of the Religious Affairs and Endowments Committee In the House of Representatives, and Judge Monsef Suleiman, Undersecretary of the Religious Affairs and Endowments Committee in the House of Representatives, at the headquarters of the Faculty of Law in Shatby. The event was attended by Dr. Mohamed El-Feki, Dean of the Faculty of Law, Dr. Mohamed Abdellah, former President of the University, Ambassador Mazeed Al-Huwaishan, Consul of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia In Alexandria, Judge Saad El-Saadani, President of the Alexandria Judges Club, Judge Sadek Belal, President of the Economic Court in Alexandria, as well as deans and vice-deans of faculties, a number of members of judicial bodies, In addition tofaculty members and faculty students.
In his speech, Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour welcomed the guests of the seminar at Alexandria University, stressing its importance in shedding light on the value of citizenship as a basis for coexistence in society. He stressed the university's keenness to organize such seminars to give students the opportunity to listen to national figures and great experiencees in all fields, with the aim of raising awareness and enhancing their values of patriotism and sense of belonging among them. He expressed his wish that the culture of citizenship will prevail among all members of society, as it represents the only way for the development and advancement of societies.
Dr. Ali Gomaa expressed his pleasure for being at Alexandria University and discussing contemporary issues with university students. He stressed the importance of making efforts to spread culture, build minds, and highlight the concept of citizenship in the modern era, which represents a social contract between the Individual and the state, whichh is what the concept of nationality, upon which the rights and duties of the individual in society are built on. He referred to the realization of this concept In Islamic history through several models In the era of the Prophet Mohamed and the rightly guided caliphs, through several images In the societies of Mecca, Medina and Abyssinia, and he added that the state in Islam Is a civil state that differs from religious and secular states in that It is based on the separation of the legislative, judicial and executive powers, but on the condition that the legislation is within the framework of the principles of Islamic law, which means that citizenship is the safest way to coexist in the current era.
Judge Monsef Suleiman Indicated that religions establish the concept of citizenship, as the essence of religions Is mercy, tolerance, and benevolence. This concept was manifested In the common history between Muslims and Christians several times, most notably when they participated together in the 1919 revolution, and then formed a delegation that addressed the British authorities headed by leader Saad Zaghloul. Muslims and Christians together also participated in the constitution writing committees throughout history. Mr. Suleiman stressed the support of Christianity for this concept through the prayers that are recited for security, safety, peace, and stability for all. He also pointed to the role of youth in maximizing the positives and facing the challenges facing our dear homeland.
In his speech, Dr. Mohamed El-Feki, Dean of the Faculty of Law, referred to the role of the faculty in carrying out Its social responsibility towards civil society in all Its sects, In addition to its educational and academic mission. He said that choosing the topic of citizenship as a title for the seminar came due to Its importance in the stability of countries and the preservation of their security and safety, being one of the most Important means of progress and advancement. He explained that what is meant by citizenship here is inclusive citizenship as a framework that accommodates everyone, and as the highest expression that describes the nature of the relationship between the individuals and the society to which they belong. Dr. El-Feki also pointed out the important role of religious institutions in always urging to strengthen and mobilize citizenship, as religions and religious institutions remain the most capable of consolidating the foundations of sound citizenship in Arab societies based on the upbringing of their members on human values.
Dr. Suzi Nashed, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, confirmed that nationality Is the legal basis for the exercise of citizenship, as the principle of citizenship was stipulated In the Egyptian constitution, explaining that this concept Is considered a ruler for all articles of the Egyptian constitution and laws.
The seminar witnessed a great interaction from the attendees and rich discussions that confirmed the awareness and culture of the university students, calling for the repetition of such outstanding cultural symposiums.
Dr. Konsowa congratulates the faculty of Agriculture for winning 3 research projects in the initiative to link scientific research with industry
Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, congratulated the professors of the Faculty of Agriculture in El-Shatby, Dr. Marsa El-Souda, Dr. Ibrahim El-Sayed, and Dr. Sameh Awad, after receiving today the contracts for their winning projects within the initiative to link scientific research with industry, which is the appeal launched by the Academy of Scientific Research in July 2022, to find innovative applied scientific and technological solutions for the dairy sector.
Today, Dr. Mahmoud Saqr, President of the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology, and Ms. Doaa Salima, Executive Director of the Center for Industrial Modernization, handed over the contracts for the three winning projects to the professors of the Faculty of Agriculture.
Dr. Muhammad Bahey El-Din, Dean of the College of Agriculture, indicated that these projects come within the framework of the strategy launched by Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa, President of the University, with the need to benefit from the research outputs and projects of the university, develop the concept of knowledge-based industry and maximize the benefit of research to serve the community, explaining that cooperation With industry, support for innovation, innovators, and technological entrepreneurship comes at the top of the priorities of Alexandria University and Egypt's vision for development 2030, and he added that 3 research outputs submitted by the Faculty of Agriculture out of 8 at the level of the Republic were selected for those who have the ability to implement their projects with industrial partners according to specific criteria and a relevant time plan.
Main goals, in addition to creating permanent channels between the industry sector, universities and research centers to benefit from ideas and scientific research in solving the challenges facing various industrial sectors. And its products according to an innovative scientific methodology.