English Faculty News
The Higher Institute of Public Health organizes a symposium entitled "Governance of Clinical and Field Research Ethics"
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Higher Institute of Public Health organized a symposium yesterday entitled "Governance of Clinical and Field Research Ethics." The symposium was attended by Dr. Heba El-Qadi, Dean of the Higher Institute of Public Health; Dr. Zeinab Shata, Vice Dean of the Institute for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Tamer Hafnawy, Professor of Public Health and Community Medicine and Secretary of the Supreme Council for Clinical Medical Research Ethics; Dr. Maha Ghanem, Professor of Forensic Medicine and Member of the Supreme Council for Clinical Medical Research Ethics; Dr. Jihan Goifel, Assistant President of the University for International Branches Affairs; Dr. Dina El-Gayar, Director of the Project Management Unit at the University; Dr. Abdel Moneim Fawzy, President of the Alexandria Doctors Syndicate; Dr. Mohamed Ansi El-Shafei, President of the Alexandria Pharmacists Syndicate; and a group of faculty members, specialists, and researchers from the Institute.
In her speech, Dr. Heba El-Qadi emphasized the importance of the symposium's topic in discussing the ethics of scientific research, especially in this era of accelerating discoveries and competing institutions for leadership. She emphasized that ethical conscience remains the true compass for researchers. She emphasized the importance of obtaining patient consent before conducting research, the confidentiality of patient data, and the right to withdraw without harm, noting that the researcher becomes responsible for protecting this privacy. She added that this symposium represents a good opportunity to exchange experiences and raise awareness of the importance of adhering to ethical standards, emphasizing that scientific progress is not measured solely by the results we achieve, but also by the method by which we arrive at those results.
In his speech, Dr. Tamer Hafnawy discussed the duties of the Supreme Council for Clinical Research Ethics, Law No. 214 of 2020 regulating clinical research and its executive regulations No. 927 of 2022. He also discussed the council's formation and organizational structure, its mission, which is to promote ethical standards in clinical research in Egypt, protect the rights and dignity of research participants, and promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability through oversight. He also addressed the council's values of confidentiality, privacy, professionalism, governance, protection, security, and non-exploitation. He also addressed the council's duties, which include establishing a research database, surveying stakeholders, periodic review, inspection, complaints, and final review of research plans. He also addressed pre-clinical research related to humans and laboratory animals, and the Ethics Committee for the Use of Laboratory Animals in Research.
Dr. Maha Ghanem spoke about the Ethics Guide for the Care and Use of Experimental Animals in Education and Scientific Research, the importance of institutional committees, the importance of respecting human participants in research, the importance of following up on research implementation after ethical review, and the importance of Clinical Regulation No. 214 of 2020 and its Executive Regulations No. 927 of 2022.
Opening of the Second Scientific Student Conference of the Faculty of Nursing
Faculty of Medicine Celebrates 20 Years of the French Section and the Graduation of 12 Classes
Under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Medicine organized yesterday, Saturday, September 27, 2025, a celebration marking the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the French Section and the graduation of 12 classes of its students. The event was held at the Grand Conference Hall.
The celebration was attended by Prof. Dr. . Tamer Abdullah, Acting Dean of the Faculty, Prof. Dr. Eman Youssef, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs, several former presidents of Alexandria University, program coordinators, as well as a large gathering of faculty members and students.
Prof. Dr. Tamer Abdullah emphasized that the celebration reflects the Faculty’s pride in establishing the first French Section of Medicine in Egypt and the academic achievements it has accomplished over two decades. He highlighted its role in strengthening international cooperation with French-speaking Nile Basin countries through scholarships offered by Egypt, as well as in attracting international francophone students, thereby contributing to supporting the national economy.
For her part, Prof. Dr. Eman Youssef explained that the Faculty is working to renew and activate cooperation agreements with major French universities such as Lyon, Toulouse, Marseille, and Nice, with the aim of developing students’ skills and transferring academic expertise. She added that the French Section has contributed to graduating distinguished doctors both inside and outside Egypt, and that several of its graduates have joined the Faculty’s teaching staff.
The event concluded with honoring the founding professors and pioneers by presenting them with commemorative shields in recognition of their contributions and efforts over the past twenty years.
Faculty of Education organizes an awareness seminar on “Renewing Religious Discourse and Building Youth Awareness”
As part of Alexandria University’s commitment to promoting enlightened thinking and reinforcing the values of tolerance and moderation, and under the patronage of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Education held an awareness seminar yesterday entitled “Renewing Religious Discourse and Building Youth Awareness.”
The seminar was delivered by Sheikh Dr. Ibrahim El-Gammal, Director-General of Preaching and Head of the Fatwa Committee at Al-Azhar Al-Sharif in Alexandria. It was attended by Dr. Hassan Saad Abdeen, Dean of the Faculty; Dr. El-Sayeda Mahmoud Ibrahim, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; Dr. Salem Abdelrazek Suleiman, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Salah Suleiman, General Coordinator of the University’s “Societal Issues” course; Dr. Lamiaa Khamis El-Shafie, University Volunteer Activities Coordinator; along with a large number of faculty members and students.
The seminar was organized with the participation of a group of young faculty members and under the supervision of the Faculty’s Youth Welfare Department.
During his lecture, Sheikh Dr. Ibrahim El-Gammal discussed the concept and importance of renewing religious discourse to keep pace with contemporary developments while preserving the core values and principles of Islam. He clarified that renewal does not mean altering the essence of faith, but rather modernizing the methods of religious communication to meet societal needs and confront extremist ideologies.
In his opening remarks, Dr. Hassan Abdeen welcomed the participants and emphasized that sound religious awareness is one of the key foundations for building an enlightened university personality. He pointed out the university’s commitment to instilling the values of moderation and national belonging among its students.
Dr. Lamiaa El-Shafie also stressed the importance of simplifying religious discourse to make it closer to young people’s way of thinking and capable of answering their questions in a clear and convincing manner that strengthens both their religious and national identity.
The seminar witnessed strong interaction from students, who actively participated in rich discussions about the concept of moderation in Islam and the role of youth in building awareness and preserving national identity.
Delegation from the Faculty of Fine Arts visits Matrouh Governorate to study the strategic urban development plan
In line with the directives of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, to link academic study with practical application and to enhance the participation of university students in national development projects—thereby preparing graduates with a comprehensive developmental vision capable of contributing to building the New Republic—and based on ten years of prior work within the department’s curriculum, a delegation of fourth-year students from the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Fine Arts, Alexandria University, conducted a field visit to Matrouh Governorate.
The visit aimed to study the strategic plan for urban expansion and sustainable urban development in the governorate’s capital, Marsa Matrouh, under the supervision of faculty members from the department.
During the visit, Major General Khaled Shuaib, Governor of Matrouh, met with the delegation in the presence of senior officials from the governorate.
Representing Alexandria University were Dr. Hesham Saudi, Professor of Architecture and Planning and Head of the Alexandria Engineers Syndicate; Dr. Ahmed El-Zayat, Lecturer of Architecture and Head of the Architectural Engineering Division at the Syndicate; Dr. Mohsen Mardash, Lecturer of Architecture; along with assistant engineers Mostafa Ibrahim and Donia Nabil, and teaching assistants Ahmed Tamam, Zeina Mahrous, and Doaa Abaza.
During the meeting, after the student groups presented their visions and ideas for the city and listened to the governor’s and executive leaders’ guidance and feedback supporting their proposals, Major General Shuaib praised the fruitful and constructive cooperation between the governorates of Alexandria and Matrouh.
He commended the faculty’s role in preparing architectural cadres capable of contributing to national development projects, welcoming the professors and students to Matrouh and emphasizing the importance of their participation in presenting innovative visions for urban development in line with national strategic plans.
The students presented their findings and analyses of the governorate’s and region’s strategic plans, offering proposals to develop Marsa Matrouh into a smart, integrated city that respects the local environment and leverages the governorate’s tourism, agricultural, and industrial potential.
The governor praised the students’ enthusiasm and awareness of urban development issues, affirming the governorate’s support for their efforts. Meanwhile, the Head of the Engineers Syndicate in Matrouh announced a reward for the best integrated projects and outstanding future proposals.
