Dr. Sherien is a Professor of Environmental Engineering at Ain Shams University, Egypt and the founding Director of Egypt Solid Waste Management Center of Excellence (ESWMCE) at the University. Ph.D. studies at Ryerson University and post-doctoral research at Yale.
The impact of Sherien work has been recognized in awarding her the Next Einstein Forum Fellow in 2016, L’Oreal UNESCO Fellowship for Women in Science, a fellow of the Global Young Academy and young scientist at the World Economic Forum in China in 2013. ESWMCE has won the second place in the second session of the National Initiative for Smart Green Projects, which was launched by His Excellency the President of the Republic, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, within the framework of the Egyptian state's preparations to participate in the COP 28 climate conference hosted by the United Arab Emirates next November in Dubai.
Sherien has spent more than 25 years in research and practical projects to design and implement real-world solid waste management strategies, supervising both post-graduate students and junior engineers to train next generation of academic and industrial leaders in the field.
Dr. Sherien is also working on several educational and research projects with several German and MENA region Universities. She is currently engaged in several research grants in the fields of solid waste management, biochemical waste treatment technologies and waste to energy.
Session Title: Innovation and Applied Research in the Arab Region
ABSTRACT
Research and Development (R&D) is pivotal in driving innovation and fostering sustainable development in the Arab world, a region facing unique environmental, social, and economic challenges. By focusing on key areas such as renewable energy, water management, and sustainable agriculture, R&D initiatives can generate innovative solutions that address pressing issues like water scarcity and food security. Successful examples, such as advancements in solid waste management, highlight the transformative potential of R&D in promoting economic diversification and resilience. Furthermore, collaboration among governments, academia, and the private sector is essential to bolster research efforts and translate findings into practical applications. As Arab countries increasingly invest in R&D, they can leverage these innovations to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs), creating a knowledge-based economy that enhances both local communities and global sustainability efforts. This abstract underscore the importance of a strategic R&D framework that prioritizes sustainability, facilitating a transition towards a more sustainable and prosperous future in the Arab region.