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Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, students participated in an interactive meeting conducted by Dr. Badr Abdel Aty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, with 100 students from various Egyptian public and private universities. This meeting is part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration's public diplomacy activities and its efforts to enhance communication with students and youth.
 
 
 
The Alexandria University delegation was represented by five students from the Department of Political Science at the Faculty of Economics and Political Science: Moataz El-Gazzarly, Sarah Zahhou, Mohamed Ali Abdel Hamid, Reham Ahmed Ibrahim, and Seif El-Din Darwish.
 
 
 
The students' participation comes within the framework of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University,'s commitment to engaging students in active participation in analyzing national issues and presenting insights on them, based on the university's wealth of knowledge in various fields, including economics and politics.
 
 
 
Dr. Ahmed Wahban, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Political Science, noted that the Minister of Foreign Affairs' meeting with the students addressed all issues related to Egyptian national security and the Ministry's active diplomacy in various fields. It also addressed efforts to strengthen economic and investment partnerships with friendly countries, as well as the Ministry's role in caring for Egyptian citizens abroad and its tireless efforts to develop consular services. The Minister also listened to the students' opinions and suggestions on various regional issues and emphasized the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' commitment to continuing to open channels of dialogue with young people at universities across the country. This will contribute to raising awareness of Egypt's active role on the regional and international levels in preserving national interests.
 
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Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, and Dr. Ali Abdel Mohsen, Acting Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, the Faculty of Nursing at Alexandria University organized the Faculty's Second Scientific Student Conference, titled "Sustainable Innovation: The Path to Excellence for Nursing Students," in the Faculty's Grand Conference Hall. The conference was attended by Dr. Nefertiti Hassan Zaki, Dean of the Faculty; Dr. Hanan El-Sherbiny, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs; Dr. Sahar Lamada, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Awatif El-Sharkawy, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; Dr. Salwa El-Badri, Head of the Department of Medical and Surgical Nursing and Conference Chair; Dr. Mohamed Farid Hamdy, Secretary General of the Egyptian Medical Syndicate; and a host of civil society leaders and faculty members. Students from the British University, Damanhour University, Helwan University, Mansoura University, Rashid University, the Technical Institute of Nursing, and Princess Noura bint Abdulrahman University in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia participated.
 
 
 
 
In her speech, Dr. Nefertiti Zaki welcomed the attendees to the College of Nursing, praising the university's support, under the leadership of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, for all the faculty of Nursing's activities and events. She emphasized that the conference represents a starting point and a distinguished platform for positive interaction, the exchange of ideas and experiences, and a showcase of student creativity capable of bringing about real progress in the future of the nursing profession at the local, regional, and international levels. She emphasized the necessity of sustainable innovation in the nursing profession, which requires constant keeping pace with scientific and research developments and technological applications, and achieving the highest quality standards in healthcare provision. Students' excellence depends on their ability to think critically, work collaboratively, and innovate in the face of challenges.
 
 
 
 
Dr. Hanan El-Sherbiny noted the contribution of the participating universities in submitting 10 student research papers and 15 student research posters in the fields of sustainable development, artificial intelligence, and skills for future jobs. This helps create a rich environment for the exchange of ideas and experiences, supports collaborative learning, and stimulates innovation. She noted the faculty's commitment to organizing the conference, believing that innovation is no longer an option, but rather a necessity for achieving excellence and a foundation for sustainability in this fast-paced era. Innovation today is an integral part of professional and personal development, and a means of preparing students to become effective leaders in addressing the challenges of the healthcare sector.
 
 
 
 
Dr. Salwa El-Badry praised the broad participation in the conference from nursing faculties at Egyptian universities, which provides an opportunity to exchange experiences in nursing innovation methods in light of the remarkable advances in technology. This provides students with the opportunity to become distinguished researchers in the field of nursing, which impacts nursing services and raises the level of healthcare.
 
 
 
 
The conference discussed several topics, most notably innovation in nursing education, sustainability in nursing practices, capacity building and skills among students, partnerships, and future trends to achieve several goals, most notably promoting sustainable innovation in nursing education, highlighting the role of artificial intelligence and smart applications in nursing education and practice, encouraging student scientific research, supporting academic and professional excellence, achieving high-quality nursing education through student empowerment, enhancing collaboration between faculties to support a healthy learning environment, and reviewing successful experiences in nursing research locally and internationally. The conference featured a documentary film titled "Student Activities in Light of International Accreditation," as well as several artistic performances, student competitions, and an exhibition of student academic activities. The conference concluded with honoring the faculty members who organized the conference, the participating guests, and distinguished students academically and in terms of activities.
 
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As part of Alexandria University’s ongoing efforts to promote public health awareness, and under the patronage of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the High Institute of Public Health, in collaboration with the Association of Infection Control Physicians in Alexandria, organized an awareness seminar to mark World Hepatitis Day under the slogan “Together Towards a Future Free from Hepatitis.” The seminar was held at the Institute's premises.

The event was attended by Professor Dr. Heba El-Kady, Dean of the High Institute of Public Health; Professor Dr. Zeinab Shatta, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Professor Dr. Abdel Moneim Fawzy, President of the Alexandria Doctors' Syndicate; and Dr. Enas Goweily, Head of the Infection Control Physicians Association in Alexandria.

In her opening remarks, Professor Dr. Heba El-Kady emphasized the Institute’s commitment to organizing such awareness-raising events aimed at delivering accurate, evidence-based information on the prevention and treatment of viral hepatitis. She highlighted that the World Health Organization (WHO) celebrates World Hepatitis Day annually on July 28, which coincides with the birthday of Nobel Laureate Professor Baruch Blumberg, the discoverer of the hepatitis B virus. This global occasion is an opportunity to underscore the importance of individual and institutional collaboration in adhering to infection prevention protocols. Dr. El-Kady added that the Institute seeks to strengthen cooperation with the Alexandria Doctors' Syndicate and the Infection Control Association to eradicate hepatitis completely.

Professor Dr. Zeinab Shatta shed light on the various community service programs offered by the Institute and how these programs reinforce collaboration between the Institute and the local community in tackling epidemic diseases. She emphasized the Institute's vital role in promoting health literacy among university students and the broader community.

Professor Dr. Abdel Moneim Fawzy highlighted the importance of cooperation between the High Institute of Public Health and the Doctors’ Syndicate to address public health challenges. He commended the key role of doctors in raising health awareness and the necessity of early screening, praising the positive outcomes of presidential health initiatives, particularly the “100 Million Healthy Lives” campaign.

Dr. Enas Goweily stressed the need for increased efforts in health education, especially the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate treatment of viral hepatitis. She noted the role of the Infection Control Physicians Association in Alexandria in organizing various activities to raise public awareness in the local community.

The seminar featured several lectures delivered by prominent medical professionals in Alexandria, including Dr. Iman El-Sheikhy (Consultant of Medical Microbiology and Immunology), Dr. Enas Goweily (Infection Control Consultant, Alexandria International Police Hospital), Dr. Hoda Abu Taleb (Infection Control Consultant, East City Hospital), Dr. Mai Bassiouny (Infection Control Consultant, Military Medical Complex), and Professor Dr. Nashwa Azzam (Professor of Microbiology, High Institute of Public Health). Topics discussed included:

The Battle Against Viral Hepatitis in Egypt: A Success Story and a Bright Future

From Risk to Response: Unsafe Injections and Post-Exposure Management

Sterilization and Disinfection

Dialysis and Seroconversion

Environmental Cleaning and Disinfectants

The seminar witnessed strong engagement from attendees, who shared their experiences and raised inquiries related to hepatitis, all of which were addressed by the panelists.

 

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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.

 

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As part of efforts to align educational outcomes with labor market needs, and under the patronage of Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Education organized, the 7th Career Fair under the theme: “Teacher Competencies and Employment Requirements in Schools.” The event witnessed wide participation from major international schools, educational institutions, as well as a distinguished group of academic and executive leaders and representatives of the education sector.

In his speech, Dr. Hassan Abdeen, Dean of the Faculty, emphasized that the fair serves as an effective platform to connect graduates with employment and training opportunities, while supporting the preparation of the “digital teacher” capable of keeping pace with modern demands.

For his part, Prof. Dr. Salem Abdel Razek stressed the importance of continuous professional development for teachers, while Dr. Arabi Abu Zeid highlighted that teacher qualification is a top priority for the education system, praising the cooperation with the faculty as a model of institutional integration.

Participants also pointed to the importance of developing graduates’ skills to keep up with digital transformation and to open up local and international career pathways, especially in light of the accreditations held by some of the participating educational institutions.

The event included specialized scientific sessions on teacher development and skill enhancement, in addition to presentations by training centers addressing qualification opportunities in special education and modern educational technologies.

The fair saw the participation of a number of international schools, language schools, educational institutions, and specialized centers, which offered training and employment opportunities for graduates—further enhancing their readiness to compete in the labor market.

The event concluded with honoring the participating entities in recognition of their role in supporting and qualifying educational professionals.

 

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