Dr. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, announced the university’s participation in the Summer School organized by the University of Louisville in Kentucky, United States, as part of academic cooperation and the exchange of expertise between Egyptian and American universities.

The university’s delegation includes Youssef El-Seddiq Tarek, a student at the Faculty of Computers and Artificial Intelligence, along with students from several Egyptian universities. The participants will take part in specialized workshops, scientific lectures, and research and cultural activities aimed at enhancing students’ skills and broadening their academic horizons.

Dr. Jehan Abdel Hady, Vice President of the University, emphasized that this participation comes within the framework of the university’s strategic plan to strengthen engagement with international universities and provide students with opportunities to learn about the latest scientific and academic developments. This, in turn, contributes to improving the quality of education and scientific research at the university.

Dr. Abdel Fattah Monged, Executive Director of the International Relations Office, added that Benha University has several agreements with the University of Louisville in the field of joint academic programs.

Benha University Opens Online Applications for Postgraduate Studies Starting July 1, 2026

Dr. Jihan Abdel Hady, Vice President of Benha University for Postgraduate Studies and Research, announced the opening of applications for postgraduate programs across various university faculties starting July 1, 2026, through the Ibn Al-Haytham Electronic Platform. This initiative comes as part of the university’s digital transformation strategy and its efforts to enhance services provided to students and researchers.

Dr. Abdel Hady emphasized the university’s commitment to providing a fully integrated electronic system that enables applicants to complete all registration and enrollment procedures efficiently and conveniently. The system aims to ensure transparency, expedite administrative processes, and save time and effort by minimizing the need for in-person visits to faculties except when necessary.

Applications are available for postgraduate programs offered by:

• Faculty of Medicine
• Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
• Faculty of Nursing
• Faculty of Agriculture
• Faculty of Specific Education
• Benha–Wuhan Graduate School

All application procedures, including registration, document submission, and application status tracking, are conducted online through the Ibn Al-Haytham Platform.

? Application Portal:
https://pgs.bu.edu.eg/

UNESCO–Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of Young Scientists in STEM – Call for Nominations for the 2027 Edition

Nominations are now open for the UNESCO–Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of Young Scientists in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) 2027.

Recognized as one of the leading international awards in STEM fields, the prize is awarded biennially to five outstanding young scientists from around the world in recognition of their exceptional scientific achievements and contributions to innovation and addressing global challenges.

Prize Award

Each of the five laureates will receive:

• A cash award of USD 50,000.
• A commemorative medal and an official UNESCO certificate.

Prize Objectives

The prize aims to:

• Support and promote scientific research and education in STEM fields.
• Contribute to developing the next generation of researchers capable of advancing sustainable development.
• Promote gender equality and encourage women's participation in scientific disciplines.
• Ensure geographical balance by representing different world regions, including Africa and the Arab States, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, and North America.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be under the age of 40 at the time of nomination.
• Demonstrate an outstanding record of achievements in:
  • Scientific research, including emerging technologies.
  • Education, knowledge dissemination, and innovation.
  • International or regional cooperation in STEM fields.
• Female scientists are strongly encouraged to be nominated.

Required Nomination Documents

The nominating institution should provide:

• An official nomination letter signed and stamped by the employer.
• A curriculum vitae (maximum 2–3 pages).
• A summary of achievements, publications, and supporting documents.
• A description of the nominee’s contribution to the objectives of the prize.
• A list of key scientific publications, including a brief statement of their significance.

Requirements for Nominees from Ain Shams University

Applicants should submit:

• An approved nomination letter from the faculty.
• Nominee information (name, position, email address, and WhatsApp number).
• An updated employment/status statement.
• Justification for nomination.
• Proof of registration in the University Awards Database through: https://staff.asu.edu.eg/ar/award-apply

Important Deadlines

• Deadline for receiving nominations from faculties: October 20, 2026.
• Deadline for submission to the Egyptian National Commission for UNESCO: November 15, 2026.

More Information

For complete nomination requirements and details, please visit the official prize website:

? https://unescoalfozanprize.org

Submission of Documents

Nomination documents should be sent to the Egyptian National Commission for Education, Science and Culture via:

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Note: Self-nominations are not accepted.