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Faculty of Agriculture - El Shatby receives a delegation from the Faculty of Food Sciences, Southwest- China University
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, faculty of Agriculture in Shatby receives a delegation from China consisting of Dr. Du Muying and Dr. Jianquan Kan and Dr. Kewei Chen, within the framework of implementing the research project to discover and innovate functional strains of traditional fermented foods between China and Egypt.
During the visit, a meeting was held with the faculty administration, Dr. Muhammad Bahi El-Din, dean of the faculty, Dr. Heba Sabry Salama, the faculty’s dean for environmental affairs and community service, and Dr. Ahmed Mahdi, the faculty’s dean for education and student affairs. The meeting was attended by Dr. Sameh Awad, the main researcher for the project from the Egyptian side, and Dr. Amal Ahmed, the co-researcher.
The Chinese delegation also visited the Dairy Microbes and Cheese Research Laboratory, and the results obtained during the implementation of the research project in both sides (Egypt and China) were discussed, and the plan of action in the next stage, as well as the coordination of scientific publishing between the two sides.
Faculty of Agriculture, Alexandria University Organizes Sixth International Conference on Future of Livestock and Food Security
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Sixth International Conference of the Faculty of Agriculture was held under the title “The Future of Livestock and Food Security,” organized by the Department of Animal and Fish Production at the Faculty of Agriculture in cooperation with the Egyptian Society for Animal Production. The conference lasted for three days, in the presence of specialists from Egyptian universities and research institutes, as well as various Arab and foreign universities, former vice presidents of the university, deans and vice deans of agricultural faculties from Egyptian universities, and public figures from the Fisheries Resources Authority and the Food Safety Authority.
Dr. Mohmed Bahey El-Din Mohamed, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, indicated that the conference activities included discussing many important issues, most notably food security. He explained that the sessions discussed several topics related to sustainable development goals in light of climate change and water scarcity, reformulating the livestock strategy and correcting its path to provide animal resources, as well as the reality and future of the poultry and fisheries industry, the focus of modern technologies, linking and intersecting sciences, and their role in improving the performance of farm animals and their production efficiency.
Dr. Heba Sabry Salama, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, indicated that more than 300 professors from universities, institutes, research centres and those interested in livestock participated in the conference. The activities included a workshop on industrial applications of nanotechnology and microbiology for the sustainable development of livestock in light of climate change. The conference also included online scientific sessions in which professors from Spain, China, Japan, Mexico, and Turkey and a group of university and research centre professors participated. Sessions were also conducted on fish farming and the use of magnetic water technology on the performance of farm animals.
Dr. Heba Salama also indicated holding a session on poultry wealth and modern techniques in animal nutrition to maximize productivity of farm animals. She added that the conference’s recommendations emphasized the necessity of making optimal use of research related to what is known as gene expression, transcriptomics, and propium in improving the productivity of farm animals, while adapting the rapid development in estimating the outcomes of various metabolic processes to benefit from this in achieving sustainable development of livestock, especially after it has become a necessity with the increase in conducting research related to the genetic improvement of Egyptian animals as a main means to achieve sustainable development of livestock, poultry and fish wealth. The conference also recommended the need to take quick executive measures to establish a gene bank or local animal genetic assets, and work to complete the production chain of the poultry industry, whether in the commercial or rural sector, in order to ensure the continued sustainable development of this important component of the livestock sector, which represents the fulfilment of an important part of individuals’ needs for animal protein, with the need to pay attention to reducing the intermediate links in marketing poultry and its products, which contributes to reducing the cost of production and lowering prices.
Faculty of Science, Alexandria University Receives Delegation of German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
The administration of the Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, received the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) team, with the aim of evaluating the grants provided by the German institution and discussing various ways of cooperation.
During the visit, the German Authority delegation visited the faculty building in Shatby, inspected the German Authority office there, and also visited the language laboratory and teaching halls, followed by a visit to the faculty building in Muharram Bey.
Dr. Amani Ismail, Acting Dean of the Faculty, indicated that the visit included holding a coordination meeting with the faculty members who received grants from DAAD, and providing a brief presentation about the faculty it's academic programs, published research by the faculty, the level of publishing and joint cooperation with universities in Germany, and the extent of benefit for faculty members from the grants provided by the Authority.
The DAAD delegation also met with a number of the supporting staff and students, and a discussion took place between them about the reasons for their desire to study the German language and to obtain scholarships to study in German universities, in the presence of the German teacher sent by the German Authority for Academic Exchange at the faculty.
The delegation concluded its visit with a field tour inside the faculty building in Muharram Bey, visited the botanical garden and viewed the rare plants and trees in it.
Faculty of Medicine Organizes a Ceremony Honoring the Top Students of the Class of 2024
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, Dr. Ali Abdel Mohsen, Acting Vice President for Education and Student Affairs and Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, attended the ceremony honoring the top fifty students of the Class of 2024. The ceremony was held in the Grand Hall of the Faculty's Conference Center.
The ceremony was attended by Dr. Hend Hanafi, former President of Alexandria University; Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, former Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research; Dr. Mahmoud El-Khashen, former Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development and Academic Supervisor of Alexandria Private University; Dr. Iman Youssef, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs; Dr. Tamer Abdullah, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Mahmoud El-Zalbani, Dean of the Medical Complex at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport and former Dean of the Faculty; Dr. Ashraf Saad Galal, former Dean of the Faculty of Medicine; Dr. Mohamed Farid Hamdy, Secretary-General of the Doctors Syndicate; Dr. Abdel Moneim Fawzy, Head of the Doctors Syndicate in Alexandria; Major General Hisham Shaheen, Commander of the General Military Hospital in Alexandria; and a host of department heads, faculty members, and parents.
During the ceremony, Dr. Ali Abdel Mohsen expressed his happiness to be among his students and their parents. He extended his sincere congratulations to the outstanding students, wishing them further progress and success in their future careers. He called for greater efforts to maintain this excellence. He also congratulated the parents who created the appropriate environment and exerted their utmost efforts to reap the fruits of their children's success and excellence. He emphasized the importance of equipping graduates with continuing education, acquiring new skills, keeping up with the latest scientific research, and communicating with their faculty members to keep pace with the revolution in technological and professional developments. He highlighted the distinguished position of the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, which holds an advanced ranking in international rankings due to the faculty's commitment to developing its curricula, infrastructure, and laboratories, as well as the excellence of its professors and researchers. He recommended that graduates adhere to the noble traditions of the medical profession and continue to engage in scientific research and innovation, which represents the engine of progress for all countries.
In her speech, Dr. Iman Youssef congratulated the outstanding students on their graduation, emphasizing that the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, is a prominent institution with an international reputation, distinguished for graduating cadres capable of serving the nation in various medical and health fields. She also thanked the faculty members for their assistance in facing the challenges and difficulties during their years of study. She expressed her appreciation to the students and their parents for their efforts during their years of study, affirming the college's continued support and advice to its students and graduates in their professional and future careers.
Dr. Tamer Abdullah congratulated the graduates and their parents on their outstanding graduation from the prestigious Faculty of Medicine. He emphasized the importance of continuing to communicate with their faculty members to benefit from their extensive experience, as the faculty's professors represent exemplary models of community service and humanitarian care in various health sectors. He wished the graduates continued success.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, the outstanding graduates were honored, presented with shields of excellence and certificates of appreciation, and commemorative photos were taken.
Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science Celebrates Egyptian Diplomacy Day
As part of the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science at Alexandria University celebration of the Egyptian Diplomacy Day on the 15th of March each year, and under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, the Faculty organized a symposium entitled "Egyptian Foreign Policy and the Current Transformations in International Politics". The guest speaker of the symposium was Ambassador Mohamed El-Orabi, former Minister of Foreign Affairs, and it was moderated by Dr. Mamdouh Mansour, Head of the Department of Political Science at the faculty, in the presence of a group of professors, faculty members, assistant staff, and students from the Departments of Economics and Political Science.
In his speech, Dr. Ahmed Wahban, Dean of the Faculty, welcomed the guest speaker, pointing out the goal of the meeting, which is to introduce new generations of students to the national and historical role of its loyal men, and the pivotal role played by Egyptian diplomacy since the re-establishment of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Egypt on March 15, 1922 at the two levels; Regional and international, emphasizing the high efficiency of Egyptian diplomacy with all its authentic national cadres. Dr. Wahban emphasized that Egyptian diplomacy has succeeded over the past decades in overcoming many challenges, adapting to international changes, and establishing balanced relations with all countries of the world. He pointed out that the basics that Egyptian diplomacy enjoys in its policy, being always based on a balance between principles and interests.
In his lecture, Ambassador Mohamed El-Orabi began his speech by expressing his pleasure for visiting the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Sciences, Alexandria University, where seven of its graduates joined the Egyptian diplomatic corps at the beginning of this year, which is considered a sign of success for the faculty and conclusive evidence of the quality and efficiency of its education. The ambassador gave a number of advice to students to pass the Ministry of Foreign Affairs exams, foremost of which is the need to master at least two foreign languages, in addition to full proficiency in the Arabic language, and good knowledge of international law and history, stressing that diligence and competence are the only criteria for passing the exams of the diplomatic corps. He gave a definition of foreign policy and diplomacy, referring to the pivotal role that diplomacy plays in our daily lives and its direct impact on the internal affairs of states. Ambassador Mohamed El-Orabi stressed that the Egyptian state is walking on a very delicate balance between principles and interests, which requires a very great deal of accuracy and professionalism. He stressed that Egypt's geographical location is primarily a strategic location and that the Suez Canal is a strategic added value, especially with the increasing geo-strategic importance of the Red Sea. As for the Egyptian foreign policy towards the strategic neighbourhood, the ambassador pointed out that Egypt's foreign policy with the strategic neighbouring countries depends on the policy of peace, building stability and development.
Ambassador El-Orabi emphasized that Egyptian diplomacy is certainly capable of keeping pace with all changes taking place in the international arena with efficiency, perfection, and a calm and balanced manner.
The symposium ended with an open discussion and questions from the students and faculty members who were answered by the guest of the meeting.
