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Faculty of Education for Early Childhood Launches Its Third Scientific Forum for Postgraduate Students
Under the auspicious of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Early Childhood organized the third scientific forum for graduate students and researchers, Saturday, April 19, 2025, entitled "New Horizons for Knowledge and Scientific Research in Early Childhood in Light of Egypt's Vision 2030." The forum continued throughout the day in the conference hall of the Student Activities Complex in Smouha.
The opening ceremony of the forum was attended by Dr. Rehab Siddiq, Dean of the Faculty and Chair of the Forum; Dr. Lamia Othman, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development and Vice Chair of the Forum; Dr. Solaf Al-Hamrawi, Acting Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; Professor Dr. Hala Al-Jarawni, former Dean of the Faculty and Forum Rapporteur; Dr. Sherine Al-Jalab, Assistant Professor in the Department of Basic Sciences and Forum Secretary; and a number of deans and vice deans of faculties at Alexandria University, as well as a host of faculty members, researchers, and students.
In her speech, Dr. Rehab Siddiq emphasized that the forum represents a new step toward dialogue to build a new generation of scientific researchers capable of building, developing, and sustaining, shouldering the hopes and aspirations of our beloved Egypt to achieve Vision 2030 for a bright scientific future. She noted that the forum, through its scientific sessions, seeks to provide a knowledge-based discussion environment to address many early childhood issues, in light of scientific and technological developments within a participatory context that leads to finding ways to improve the local scientific and societal reality and national identity, and to find solutions to many of the problems and issues related to the field of early childhood. She indicated that the forum seeks to find new ways through scientific research to stimulate a sustainable scientific environment to serve future generations of researchers in our distinguished field.
Dr. Solaf Al-Hamrawi emphasized that the Graduate Studies and Scientific Research Sector represents a solid pillar of the university's work triangle, alongside its two other pillars: education, students, community service, and environmental development.
She added that the College of Early Childhood is adopting an ambitious plan for graduate studies and research that aligns with Egypt's Vision 2030, as well as recent developments in global scientific knowledge. She indicated that the forum aims to exchange and share scientific knowledge and research experiences between graduate students and researchers specializing in early childhood and related interdisciplinary fields. This enriches theoretical knowledge and applied experiences and provides opportunities for interdisciplinary and joint research between researchers and graduate students in related disciplines and fields.
Dr. Lamia Othman highlighted the importance of the forum, which represents an exceptional opportunity to learn and identify how to address the various challenges facing children, relying on knowledge and creativity through research and experimentation, in light of Egypt's Vision 2030 to achieve the principles and goals of comprehensive sustainable development. She expressed her hope that the recommendations of this forum will be translated into practical implementation.
Dr. Hala Al-Jarwani emphasized that scientific research is the backbone of society and contributes to the development of curricula and teaching methods. She added that the College of Early Childhood has significant experience in scientific research, through the master's and doctoral theses it offers to serve the community in this field.
On the sidelines of the conference, four scientific sessions were held, including the presentation of 54 research papers in the field of early childhood and related interdisciplinary fields.
The High Institute of Public Health at Alexandria University Organizes a Conference on “Antimicrobial Resistance: Current Situation and Challenges”
Under the auspices of Prof. Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the High Institute of Public Health organized on Monday, October 27, 2025, a scientific conference entitled “Antimicrobial Resistance: Current Situation and Challenges.” The event witnessed wide participation from representatives of governmental bodies, international organizations, and Egyptian universities.
The conference was attended by Prof. Dr. Hesham Saeed, Vice President of Alexandria University for Graduate Studies and Research; Prof. Dr. Heba El-Qady, Dean of the High Institute of Public Health; Prof. Dr. Amr Kandil, Deputy Minister of Health and Population for Preventive Medicine; Dr. Jacqueline Benat, Representative of the Regional Office of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO); Dr. Mohamed Farid Hamdy, Secretary-General of the Egyptian Medical Syndicate; Dr. Mohamed Badran, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health in Alexandria; and Dr. Sameh Riyad, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Environment in Alexandria, along with vice-deans of the Institute, experts, academics, and faculty members from various faculties of Alexandria University.
The conference sessions were presented by Prof. Dr. Ibrahim El-Kordany, distinguished scholar at the Institute and former official spokesperson of the World Health Organization (WHO), while the discussion panel was moderated by Prof. Dr. Ahmed Mandil, Professor of Epidemiology at the Institute.
High-level representatives from the Ministries of Health and Population, Agriculture, and Environment, the Egyptian Drug Authority, the General Organization for Veterinary Services, the Egyptian Medical Syndicate, and international organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the American University in Cairo, and the Eastern Mediterranean Public Health Network also took part in the event.
The conference addressed several key themes, including:
Analysis of the global, regional, and national situation of antimicrobial resistance (AMR);
Improving practices across healthcare, food production, and environmental sectors;
Promoting infection prevention and control within the framework of the “One Health” approach that integrates human, animal, and environmental health.
In his opening remarks, Prof. Dr. Hesham Saeed emphasized that the conference reflects Alexandria University’s and the Institute’s pioneering role in supporting applied scientific research and tackling priority public health issues nationally and globally. He stated that antimicrobial resistance represents one of the most serious threats to global public health, as it leads to treatment difficulties, increased disease and mortality rates, and higher economic burdens. He explained that the excessive and uncontrolled use of antibiotics in humans and animals, as well as their use in agriculture and aquaculture as growth promoters, has accelerated the development of resistant microbial strains. Dr. Saeed stressed the importance of strengthening regulations governing antibiotic use, enforcing safe disposal of medical waste, and addressing the global decline in the discovery of new antimicrobial agents.
Prof. Dr. Amr Kandil highlighted that the conference aligns with the Ministry of Health’s efforts to curb the spread of antimicrobial resistance and enhance healthcare quality. He referred to the National Plan to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance, launched in 2023, which has been implemented in 96 hospitals nationwide, with six hospitals being upgraded to international Centers of Excellence in infection control.
For her part, Prof. Dr. Heba El-Qady noted that antimicrobial resistance is among the greatest public health threats worldwide, leading to loss of treatment efficacy, increased mortality rates, and higher healthcare costs. She emphasized that AMR is not only a medical issue but also a societal one that requires close collaboration among all sectors within the “One Health” framework. She added that the conference aims to enhance research cooperation and develop effective national and regional strategies to curb the spread of resistant microbes and promote the rational use of antibiotics.
In a recorded message, Dr. Nehme Abed, WHO Representative in Egypt, stressed the need for joint efforts across health, environmental, and agricultural sectors under the “One Health” approach. He warned that antimicrobial resistance could cause more than 10 million deaths by 2050, highlighting the close cooperation between the WHO and the Egyptian government in implementing the national AMR action plan.
Dr. Jacqueline Benat, FAO Representative, underscored the importance of examining the impact of antimicrobial resistance not only on humans but also on the environment and livestock. She emphasized the necessity of integrated collaboration among all sectors to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Dr. Sameh Riyad, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Environment in Alexandria, stressed the need to consider the environmental determinants of antimicrobial resistance—particularly regarding fisheries, water resources, and waste disposal from hospitals and healthcare centers—and highlighted the Ministry’s efforts in cooperation with other sectors to address this issue comprehensively.
Meanwhile, Dr. Mohamed Farid Hamdy, Secretary-General of the Egyptian Medical Syndicate, and Dr. Abdel Moneim Fawzy, Head of the Alexandria Medical Syndicate, expressed the Syndicate’s full support for initiatives that promote better public health outcomes, hoping the conference’s recommendations will lead to tangible improvements benefiting Egyptian citizens.
Finally, the Department of Microbiology at the Institute presented a series of scientific research studies focused on antimicrobial resistance and potential alternative treatments explored through departmental research projects.
Unit for Combating Violence against Women at Alexandria University Organizes Seminar at Medical Research Institute on Physical and Psychological Abuse, How to Detect and Treat Them
The Unit for Combating Violence against Women at Alexandria University organized a seminar at the Medical Research Institute entitled “Physical and Psychological Abuse and Ways to Detect and Treat Them”, with the participation of Professor Dr. Khaled Matarawi, Acting Dean of the Institute, Vice-Dean of the Institute for Community Service Affairs, in addition to unit coordinators, several faculty members and employees of the Institute.
During the seminar, Professor Dr. Manal Fouda, Executive Director of the Unit, gave a presentation about the Unit, its most important achievements, and the services and support it provides to university members. Dr. Wafaa El-Sehli, Professor of Forensic Medicine and member of the Unit’s Board of Directors, gave a presentation on the most important forms of physical and psychological violence that have been documented globally and the widespread violent crimes. Dr. Marwa Ammar, Professor of Mental Health at the Faculty of Education, presented the most important forms of psychological violence and ways to detect and prevent them.
Constructive discussions took place between the platform and the attendees, which enriched the discussion and made it a fruitful interactive seminar.
Faculty of Engineering Students Win First Places in Annual Summer Training Competition at University of Louisville, USA
Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, congratulated the students of the Faculty of Engineering participating in the summer training program at the University of Louisville, USA, on the occasion of achieving first places in the annual summer training competition at the University of Louisville, where student Rana Mohamed El-Saeed Zayed won first place, and student Mariam Nabil Abdelfattah Ismail won second place.
It is worth noting that the summer training program comes within the framework of the distinguished partnership between Alexandria University and the University of Louisville, USA, over the past years, which includes the partnership in summer training in research laboratories at the University of Louisville, and the partnership in the 2+2 bachelor's programs to grant double degrees in computer science and engineering, and biomedical engineering majors.
This year will witness the graduation of the first group that joined the University of Louisville through this partnership in the field of biomedical engineering, numbering five students.
Vice President of Alexandria University Inaugurates Awareness Seminar Entitled “The Danger of Drugs and the Role of Youth in Confrontation” at the Faculty of Education
As part of Alexandria University’s participation in the presidential initiative “A New Beginning for Building the Egyptian Citizen”, and under the patronage of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hakim, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, inaugurated today the awareness seminar entitled “The Danger of Drugs and the Role of Youth in Confrontation”, organized by the Faculty of Education at the college premises.
The seminar was delivered by Dr. Salam El-Sayed El-Arabi, Supervisor of Alexandria Governorate at the Fund for Combating and Treating Addiction and Abuse affiliated with the Cabinet. The event was attended by Dr. Hassan Abdeen, Dean of the Faculty; Dr. Salem Abdel Razek, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. El-Sayeda Mahmoud, Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research; Dr. Lamia El-Shafie, General Coordinator of Student and Voluntary Activities at the University; along with a large number of faculty members and students.
In his speech, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hakim emphasized that Alexandria University attaches great importance to raising students’ awareness of the dangers of addiction and is keen to organize numerous activities aimed at spreading a culture of awareness about the risks of drug abuse. He highlighted the vital role of youth in leading awareness and prevention efforts both within and beyond the university community. He also stressed the need to change the public perception of drug users, viewing them as victims who need support and guidance to return to the right path and contribute to building the nation.
For his part, Dr. Hassan Abdeen affirmed that young people represent the real energy of society and its hope for the future. He pointed out that the Faculty of Education is committed to implementing the university’s vision of preparing an educated and enlightened generation with a well-rounded personality, through providing support, guidance, and awareness on the risks of negative behaviors such as addiction — in line with the state’s vision for building the Egyptian citizen across education, health, and development sectors.
During the seminar, Dr. Salam El-Sayed El-Arabi discussed several key topics, including: the concept and risks of narcotic substances, the dimensions of addiction problems, types of addictive substances, and the causes leading to drug use. He also reviewed national efforts in implementing the National Strategy for Combating Drugs.
The seminar witnessed remarkable interaction from students, who raised many questions and inquiries, expressing their happiness to participate and their appreciation of the seminar’s informative content. They also expressed their eagerness to take part in future activities that enrich their university
experience.
