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President of Alexandria University Receives Delegation from “Rosatom” to Discuss Prospects for Cooperation in Nuclear Energy and Innovation
Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, received today a delegation from the Russian company Rosatom, headed by Ms. Elena Alexandrova, an official from the events sector at Atom Energy of the Future. The visit aimed to explore avenues for strengthening scientific and research cooperation between Alexandria University, the Russian company, and academic institutions in Russia. The meeting was attended by Dr. Walid Abdel Azim, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering.
During the meeting, Dr. Konsowa emphasized the strong and longstanding relations between Egypt and Russia, which have been crowned by cooperation in establishing the El-Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant. He expressed Alexandria University’s aspiration to expand its collaboration with Rosatom and Russian academic institutions, particularly in the fields of nuclear engineering and clean energy. He also highlighted the university’s interest in exploring the establishment of joint academic degrees, faculty and student exchange programs, and joint research projects, in support of the university’s strategy to internationalize education, embrace the knowledge economy, and enhance the competitiveness of its academic and research programs. The President noted that the university, through its dual and joint academic degree programs with international universities, its overseas branches, and through the Alexandria University Technology Park, works to translate research outputs into applications that serve industry and the labor market.
For her part, Ms. Elena Alexandrova praised the distinguished academic and research level of Alexandria University’s students and graduates, reaffirming Rosatom’s interest in expanding cooperation with the university across various scientific disciplines, especially in engineering and quantum physics. She noted that Alexandria University is considered one of the leading universities in the Middle East and Africa.
The Russian delegation also participated in a seminar organized by the Faculty of Engineering in cooperation with Rosatom, titled “The Role of Engineering in the Peaceful Use of Nuclear Energy.” Held as part of the 2025 Science and Innovation Celebration, the seminar addressed the role of artificial intelligence engineering in advancing the nuclear industry, the integrative relationship between different engineering disciplines and the nuclear sector, and presented insights into the future of nuclear energy worldwide, with a focus on the promising career paths available in this field.
The Community Service and Environmental Development Council Adopts a Package of Decisions to Enhance Safety, Community Awareness, and Support Development Initiatives
The Community Service and Environmental Development Council at Alexandria University held its meeting on yesterday Wednesday, November 19, 2025, chaired by Dr. Afaf El-Oufi, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, where a number of topics aimed at developing the environmental and societal system within the university were discussed.
The council reviewed a proposal to form a Central Committee for Occupational Safety and Health, chaired by Dr. Fahmy Charles, Emeritus Professor at the High Institute of Public Health. The committee will be responsible for establishing and implementing safety and prevention policies and procedures, assessing risks, developing safety programs, conducting periodic inspections of equipment and devices, in addition to awareness and training tasks, and setting crisis-management plans across university facilities, with the participation of faculty members, staff, and students.
The council also approved the formation of a specialized committee for disposing of obsolete stock in faculties, through an organized mechanism for write-off operations that includes technical and financial evaluation of items according to the relevant regulations, while studying the possibility of recycling some materials to support environmental sustainability efforts.
Dr. El-Oufi called for launching an initiative targeting housewives by organizing training courses at the Community Service Center to reduce the technological gap between generations and enable mothers to keep pace with modern digital developments.
The council was also briefed on the efforts of the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector in the “Towards a Safe Environment” initiative, which aims to protect humans and animals and promote environmental balance on campus. Dr. Mahmoud El-Maghraby, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, presented what has been achieved so far, including vaccination and sterilization campaigns for animals, as well as joint awareness programs and seminars between the Faculties of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture on safe animal handling practices.
Dr. El-Oufi highlighted the continued cooperation between the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector and the Education and Student Affairs Sector in implementing the presidential initiative “Tamkeen,” which supports students with disabilities at the university by integrating them into the university community, providing them with appropriate facilities, promoting equal opportunities, and engaging them in various student activities.
The council approved the appointment of Dr. Salah Suleiman, Emeritus Professor at the Faculty of Agriculture and Coordinator of the Community Issues course, as an external member of the Community Service and Environmental Development Council for two years.
It also approved the proposed regulations governing the organization of non-profit charity exhibitions within faculties to ensure the greatest benefit for students.
The council reviewed the report submitted by Dr. Manal Fouda, Executive Director of the Anti-Violence Against Women Unit, regarding the activities carried out by the unit, including events, workshops, seminars, awareness films, and its participation in community convoys to provide psychological and legal support and awareness to students and local residents.
The council also discussed reports of activities and events carried out by the university’s faculties and institutes during September and October 2025, which included workshops, training courses, educational seminars, literacy classes, employment fairs, and medical convoys.
Launching the “Towards a Safe Environment” Initiative at Alexandria University to Protect Humans and Animals and Promote Environmental Balance
Under the patronage of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector, headed by Dr. Afaf El-Oufi, Vice President of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, launched the “Towards a Safe Environment” initiative. The initiative aims to enhance environmental safety and protect the health of humans and animals within the university campus and its surrounding community.
The launch ceremony was attended by Dr. Heba Sabri Salama, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at El-Shatby, and Dr. Mahmoud El-Maghrabi, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, in addition to representatives of civil society and student unions from the Faculties of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Afaf El-Oufi emphasized that the university attaches great importance to its role in addressing environmental and community issues, noting that the initiative includes a series of activities such as cooperation with civil society organizations, organizing vaccination and sterilization campaigns for animals, as well as awareness programs and seminars on safe and responsible animal handling.
In her speech, Dr. Heba Sabri Salama, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, stated that the initiative aims to instill a culture of environmental balance among students and the community, and to contribute to creating a healthy environment that protects both humans and animals.
Dr. Mahmoud El-Maghrabi, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, confirmed that vaccinating and sterilizing animals represents a crucial step in reducing the spread of zoonotic diseases, noting that the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine supports the initiative with its scientific and medical expertise in support of these national efforts.
It is worth mentioning that the first phase of the initiative was launched at the Faculty of Agriculture in El-Shatby, in cooperation with the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and the Veterinary Directorate of Alexandria, under the supervision of Dr. Randa Darwish, and with the participation of animal welfare commissioners Mohamed El-Gazzar and Mohamed El-Nozahi, along with a group of professors from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and veterinarians from the directorate. The campaign included vaccinating and sterilizing free-roaming dogs and injecting females to prevent reproduction, which is a necessary measure that contributes to reducing disease transmission and achieving balanced population management on campus and in surrounding areas.
The Postgraduate Studies and Research Council Reviews Alexandria University’s Research Performance in Leading International Scientific Journals for 2025
The Postgraduate Studies and Research Council at Alexandria University held its meeting on the morning of Tuesday, 18 November 2025, chaired by Dr. Hesham Saeed, Vice President of the University for Postgraduate Studies and Research. The council reviewed the university’s research performance indicators for the year 2025, which demonstrated significant progress in the volume and impact of scientific publishing by faculty members and researchers. A total of 3,370 research articles were published in indexed international scientific journals, 16.4% of which ranked among the top 10% most cited papers worldwide, while 2.2% ranked within the top 1% globally in citation rates. Dr. Saeed also affirmed that the university’s Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) recorded levels several times higher than the global average, reflecting the high quality of the university’s research output.
The council discussed AI-enhanced research services provided through the Egyptian Knowledge Bank, including Scopus AI, integrated within the Scopus database by Elsevier. The tool enables researchers to gain a rapid understanding of the research landscape by using natural language queries instead of traditional keywords, in addition to identifying research gaps, emerging topics, and new methodological patterns. The council also reviewed the ScienceDirect AI tool, embedded in the ScienceDirect platform, which specializes in analyzing full-text scientific publications, helping researchers achieve deeper insights into scientific studies and efficiently compare research findings through intelligent content analysis.
The council approved an update to the JCR global journal list under the Web of Science classification, which includes 14,740 journals across 254 disciplines. The updated list will be applied starting January 2026, in support of researchers and to encourage high-quality publication in top-tier international journals.
Additionally, the council ratified several international cooperation agreements and memoranda of understanding, including the renewal of the joint master’s program in Urban Design and Sustainable Revitalization between Alexandria University, Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus (Germany), and Cairo University; an academic and research collaboration agreement with Istanbul University in Turkey; an MoU between the Faculty of Science and the Federal University of Brazil for cooperation in science, arts, and culture; an agreement to provide specialized Chinese language instructors for the Faculty of Arts in cooperation with the Chinese Center for Education and Cooperation; a memorandum of understanding with the BRICS Academy for Skills Development and Technological Innovation in China to collaborate in research, training, and technology exchange; and a partnership agreement with the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) in Canada to support the integration of artificial intelligence technologies in higher education across the Middle East.
The meeting also addressed policies and regulations governing the suspension of enrollment for Egyptian and international postgraduate students, with the aim of developing registration procedures and facilitating study and research processes.
Education and Student Affairs Council Affirms Support for Students with Disabilities and Reviews Midterm Examination Progress
As part of the presidential initiative "Tamkeen" to support students with disabilities within Egyptian universities, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hakim, Vice President of Alexandria University for Education and Student Affairs, affirmed during the meeting of the Education and Student Affairs Council held yesterday, the university’s commitment to providing comprehensive support for its students with disabilities. This comes in implementation of the directives of the political leadership and within the framework of the "Tamkeen" initiative launched by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, aimed at strengthening the integration and empowerment of students with disabilities within the university community.
Dr. Abdel Hakim explained that Alexandria University is working to develop an integrated academic accessibility system that ensures the creation of an inclusive educational environment that meets the needs of all students, and promotes the principles of equality and equal opportunities across all faculties. He also highlighted the importance of cooperation and coordination between university faculties and the Taha Hussein Center for Services for Students with Disabilities, in order to enable these students to access academic content on an equal basis with others, develop their skills, and involve them in various student activities to help them overcome challenges throughout their university journey.
The Council also approved activating the role of the University Student Psychological Support Center as one of the essential pillars for ensuring a healthy and balanced educational environment. The presence of a specialized entity for psychological counseling and support has become a necessity rather than a luxury, as the center plays a key role in helping new students integrate into the university environment, adapt to academic life, and in the early detection of psychological issues before they escalate.
Dr. Abdel Hakim further stressed the importance of adhering to the regulations governing the smooth administration of first-semester midterm examinations, and providing all necessary support and suitable conditions within examination halls to help students perform their exams in a calm and appropriate atmosphere.
He also directed faculty vice deans to continue activating the role of academic advising across all faculties, and to maintain ongoing communication channels with students to introduce them to academic regulations and study systems, as well as to encourage high achievers and talented students, and support students who may be facing academic difficulties. This contributes to improving students’ performance, developing their capabilities, and guiding them toward academic success
