Through the academic partnership between Benha National University and the University of Louisville in the United States, three BNU students from the Faculties of Medicine, Dentistry, and Engineering are taking part in a summer research program at the University of Louisville.
The students' participation is supported by Prof. Tamer Samir, President of Benha National University, and overseen by Prof. Hussein El-Maghraby, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Prof. Mahmoud Sakr, University Advisor for Scientific Research and Innovation and Supervisor of International Relations.
The program is conducted in the University of Louisville's research laboratories across a range of advanced fields, reflecting the growing academic and research collaboration between the two universities and Benha National University's commitment to providing its students with outstanding international learning and research opportunities.
Representing Benha National University in the program are:
* Youssef Abdelsalam Abdelaleem (Faculty of Dentistry)
* Rawan Ahmed Salah (Faculty of Engineering – Mechatronics Engineering Program)
* Basant Hany El-Mosalmy (Faculty of Medicine)
Prof. Tamer Samir noted that the students' participation forms part of the University's strategy to expand its international partnerships and provide educational and research opportunities that strengthen students' scientific and research skills. He emphasized the University's commitment to preparing highly qualified graduates with the skills and capabilities to compete internationally in both the labor market and scientific research.
He added that Benha National University is committed to providing students with international learning experiences that combine academic study with practical application and exposure to different cultures.
Prof. Hussein El-Maghraby noted that during the program, the BNU students will gain hands-on research experience by working alongside University of Louisville faculty and research teams and contributing to advanced research and innovation projects in engineering and healthcare. The experience will help develop their research and practical skills, strengthen their capacity for innovation, and provide direct exposure to an international academic and research environment.
The program is among the research training opportunities offered by the University of Louisville to Benha National University students as part of the expanding partnership between the two institutions. Through opportunities for international collaboration, professional development, and the exchange of knowledge and expertise, the partnership supports BNU's vision for the internationalization of education and the preparation of graduates with the skills and experience required to compete and excel in research and innovation at both the regional and international level.