We are proud to announce a significant milestone: The 20^th anniversary of the TWAS Arab Regional Partner (TWAS-AREP) being hosted by the Bibliotheca Alexandrina's Center for Special Studies and Programs (CSSP). On this occasion we are pleased to announce the production of a special film "TWAS-AREP’s 20 Years Story: Two Decades Honoring Scientific Excellence in the Arab Region" to celebrate this event. 

Watch the video now to see the impact of this vital regional collaboration!

The World Academy of Sciences’ Arab Regional Partner (TWAS-AREP) and the Center for Special Studies and Programs (CSSP) at Bibliotheca Alexandrina are thrilled to celebrate the election of three outstanding professors as new TWAS Arab Members!

Welcome to the leaders who are shaping the future of science:

• Prof. Amal AMIN IBRAHIM, National Research Centre-Egypt, Chemical Industries Research Institute, Egypt.

• Prof. Mohamed EDDAOUDI, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia.

• Prof. Ahmed ABDEL MONEIM, Head of Zoology and Entomology Department, Helwan University, Egypt.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate your achievements and welcome you to the forefront of the Arab scientific community.

The World Academy of Sciences’ Arab Regional Partner (TWAS-AREP) and the Center for Special Studies and Programs (CSSP) at Bibliotheca Alexandrina are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of these five young scientists. They represent the future leaders of the Arab scientific community, and we are incredibly proud to welcome them to the network.

Each year, the Academy and its Regional Offices select up to 5 Young Affiliates based on their achievements before the age of 40—and on their potential for future impact. 

Join us in celebrating their accomplishments:

1. Khalil Tamersit (Algeria): Associate Professor, National School of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

2. Eman Taha (Egypt): Associate Professor, Petroleum Applications Department, Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Cairo

3. Majed Aldahdooh (Palestine): Associate Professor, International College of Engineering and Management (ICEM), Oman

4. Khadejah Mahmoud (Jordan): Assistant Professor, Applied Science Private University

5. Maamon Farea (Yemen): Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin – UniSZA, Malaysia

Welcome to the TWAS-AREP network! We look forward to building a stronger scientific future together.

The TWAS Arab Regional Partner (TWAS-AREP) and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina's Center for Special Studies and Programs (CSSP) successfully organized a hybrid workshop titled "Pathways to Green Transition in the Arab Region" from September 23–24, 2025.

Held under the Young Scientists Training Program, the event aimed to build the capacities of the Arab young scientists, and provide them with the needed skills to advance their career and achieve their professional goals.

During his talk Prof. Dr. Ahmed Zayed, Director of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and TWAS-AREP coordinator emphasized through his opening speech that “Green transformation is no longer an option but a necessity to protect our environmental security" especially given the severe challenges the Arab region faces from climate change, including temperature fluctuations and strained water resources.

The workshop served as a vital platform for Arab researchers from Algeria, Bahrain, Jordan, Morocco, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Tunisia, and Yemen, as well as various Egyptian institutions, to exchange insights.

Key discussions focused on:

• Renewable Energy and Green Technology developments.

• Cutting-edge research in water-use efficiency and waste management.

• Advanced models for green transformation.

• Strategies for adapting to climate change impacts and related human health topics.

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The Bibliotheca Alexandrina (BA), through the Center for Special Studies and Programs (CSSP), affiliated to the Academic Research Sector, and The World Academy of Sciences for the Advancement of Science in Developing Countries’ Arab Regional Partner (TWAS–AREP), organized a free online lecture titled “Doing Better Science: Human Resilience and Vulnerability from Epigenetics Perspective”; presented by Prof. Rana Dajani, Yidan Global Fellow at Harvard Graduate school of Education, and professor of molecular biology at the Hashemite University in Jordan, and moderated by Dr. Alya Arabi, Associate Professor at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, UAEU, on Monday, 20 October 2025.

The lecture discussed tackling epigenetics. As humans we have evolved and survived because of our curiosity and critical thinking. How do those traits shape our science, our lives, and our understanding of the world around us? Epigenetics, a new area of science, is the weaving of our genetics and environment in shaping who we are. The lecture explored the impact of trauma and war on our bodies, and what steps we can take to address these effects.

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Advance Your Research Career in Europe: Apply for a Fully-Funded Cooperation Visit

Extended Deadline for Applications: 17 November 2025

The TWAS-SISSA-Lincei Research Cooperation Visits Programme is currently accepting applications, offering an exceptional chance for young scientists from Least Developed Countries (LDCs) to conduct collaborative research at world-class institutions in Italy.

This short-term, high-impact opportunity is designed to enhance the capacity of emerging experts and forge strong, lasting scientific partnerships focused on achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Who Should Apply?

This prestigious opportunity is open to young scientists who meet the following key criteria:

• Nationality: Must be a national of a Least Developed Country (LDC).

• Education: Must hold an MSc (or higher degree).

• Age Limit: Must be a maximum of 40 years old on 31 December of the application year.

• Employment: Must hold a research position in an LDC and provide evidence that they will return to their home country upon completion of the visit.

Special note: Women scientists are strongly encouraged to apply.

Attention Young Scientists from the Arab Region! If you are a national of Comoros, Djibouti, Mauritania, Somalia, Sudan, or Yemen, you are eligible and strongly encouraged to apply!

Don't miss this chance to gain international experience, access advanced facilities, and contribute to sustainability research!

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In collaboration with UNESCO and a number of centres of excellence in the South, TWAS has instituted a Joint Associateship Scheme to enable competent researchers from the South to visit these centres regularly. An associate is appointed for three years during which he/she can visit a Centre twice for research collaboration. TWAS provides travel support for the associates and a contribution towards subsistence costs up to USD300.00 per month while living expenses are covered by the host centres.

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree. The selection of associates is highly competitive; appointments are made on the basis of merit. Special consideration is given to scientists from isolated institutions in developing countries. Women scientists are especially encouraged to apply.

Deadline: 09 December 2025

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A number of TWAS Fellows and TWAS Young Affiliates/Alumni will be offered appointments as TWAS Research Professors for one year, during which he/she will visit the host institution in a LDC for a period of two to four weeks. TWAS provides travel support while living expenses are covered by the host centre.

NB: Only TWAS Fellows and TWAS Young Affiliates/Alumni are eligible for appointment.

Requests need to be submitted by research groups/scientific institutions in LDCs.

The TWAS Research Professor will be expected to interact closely with members of the host institution with the aim of strengthening its existing activities and/or assisting in the establishment of new lines of research. The TWAS Research Professor may also be requested to deliver a series of topical lectures and seminars to research students.

Deadline: 9 December 2025

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