Cairo _ Mostafa el masry<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Galala University continues to strengthen its presence within Egypt\u2019s higher education sector through an academic model that combines university education, scientific research, innovation, international cooperation, student activities, and community engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Located on Galala Plateau in Suez Governorate, the university offers academic programs across a variety of scientific, medical, engineering, business, and other disciplines. Its educational approach emphasizes preparing students for changing labor-market requirements and providing opportunities for practical learning, research, innovation, and international academic engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Galala University is led by Prof. Dr. Mohamed El Shinawi<\/strong>, who is also a Professor of General Surgery at Ain Shams University\u2019s Faculty of Medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to his official university biography, Prof. El Shinawi has extensive academic and research experience and has participated in a number of national and international academic and research initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n His research interests include breast surgery and breast cancer research, as well as collaboration with cancer biologists to investigate tumor microenvironment and cellular and molecular pathways that may have therapeutic significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In his message published on the university\u2019s official website, Prof. El Shinawi emphasizes that the university experience should extend beyond simply earning a degree, encouraging students to become part of an academic community built around diversity and globalization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scientific research represents an important part of Galala University\u2019s academic activities. In February 2026, the university hosted its 1st Galala Student Research Conference (GSRC)<\/strong>, bringing together students, faculty members, and distinguished guests to highlight innovation, scientific inquiry, and academic excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The conference provided students with opportunities to present and discuss research projects, reinforcing the university\u2019s focus on developing research skills and encouraging students to participate in knowledge production and practical applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In 2026, the university also announced international recognition for members of its academic community, including the selection of an assistant professor as a DAAD Research Ambassador in Egypt for the 2026\u20132028 term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n International cooperation is another major component of Galala University\u2019s development strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In July 2026, the university signed a Letter of Intent with Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia (UPTM)<\/strong> to advance academic and research collaboration, including opportunities for student and faculty exchange and academic development. Prof. Dr. Mohamed El Shinawi highlighted the role of international partnerships in expanding educational and research opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n During 2026, the university also engaged in academic cooperation with institutions from countries including Austria, Japan, and Malaysia, while students participated in international academic exchange programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One example was the participation of a Galala University student in an international conference in Paris through the Erasmus+ academic exchange program. Other students also took part in international academic programs in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Technology, artificial intelligence, and innovation are increasingly integrated into the university\u2019s educational and research activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In June 2026, Galala University announced the development of an MRI Training Simulation System designed to strengthen practical training in radiology technology and healthcare education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n University students have also participated in innovation and artificial-intelligence competitions and projects, providing opportunities to apply academic knowledge to practical challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n International engagement at Galala University extends beyond faculty members to students through exchange programs, scholarships, training opportunities, and international conferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Students from the university have participated in academic exchange and training programs in Europe. Biotechnology students, for example, participated in a United Nations conference in Geneva during an Erasmus+ exchange semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Such experiences allow students to interact with international academic communities, gain exposure to different educational and research systems, and develop professional skills beyond the traditional classroom environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The university also places emphasis on sustainability and community engagement. In the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Rankings 2026<\/strong>, Galala University reported representation across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals, compared with 12 goals in the 2025 edition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The university also reported moving from the 1001\u20131500 global band to the 801\u20131000 band in the 2026 edition, with different positions across individual Sustainable Development Goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These activities reflect the university\u2019s efforts to connect education and research with sustainability, development, and community needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Student life at Galala University extends beyond academic studies to sports, culture, arts, competitions, and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In September 2026, the university announced that a Faculty of Medicine student won the silver medal in fencing at the All-Africa University Games in Cairo. The university also announced a first-place achievement by one of its students in an artificial-intelligence-in-dentistry competition held as part of the Egyptian Dental Syndicate International Congress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These achievements demonstrate the diversity of student activities and opportunities available alongside academic education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Galala University continues to develop an educational model that combines academic knowledge with practical learning, scientific research, innovation, international cooperation, and community engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Through international partnerships, scientific conferences, student exchange programs, research projects, and technology-focused initiatives, the university is expanding the scope of the student experience beyond traditional classroom education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Mohamed El Shinawi, the university continues to emphasize academic development, research, innovation, international collaboration, sustainability, and opportunities for students and faculty members to participate in local and global academic communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Galala University continues to strengthen its presence within Egypt\u2019s higher education sector through an academic model that combines university education, scientific research, innovation, international cooperation, student activities, and community engagement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":74803,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[11393],"tags":[43,54,45,44],"class_list":["post-74805","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-11393","tag-ama","tag-54","tag-45","tag-44"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/7703fdae-093f-44f2-929a-618d882c0738.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/74805","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=74805"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/74805\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":74806,"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/74805\/revisions\/74806"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/74803"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=74805"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=74805"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arabmediaagency.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=74805"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Research and Innovation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
International Cooperation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Technology and Innovation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
International Opportunities for Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sustainability and Community Engagement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Student Achievements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Looking Ahead<\/h2>\n\n\n\n