As part of its strategy to expand its presence in Arab and international scientific and research forums, and under the auspices of Prof. Dr. Sherif Saleh, President of Port Said University, the university participated in the three-day Arab Innovators and Creators Conference, held in Muscat, Oman, under the theme “Inspiring Innovation for Prosperous Development.”
Port Said University was represented by Prof. Dr. Mohamed Kamel Farah, Supervisor of the Environmental Projects Sector and Head of International Relations. He participated in sessions addressing ways to support innovation and entrepreneurship, transform creative ideas into marketable products and projects, and strengthen Arab cooperation in scientific research and innovation.
The conference was organized by the Authority for Research and Innovation in Oman, in cooperation with the Omani National Commission for Education, Culture and Science and the Arab Open University, and in coordination with the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO).
The opening ceremony, held at the Arab Open University under the auspices of Dr. Saif bin Abdullah Al-Haddabi, Chairman of the Authority for Research and Innovation, brought together more than 90 participants from Oman and abroad, including 22 innovators representing various Arab countries.
Prof. Dr. Sherif Saleh emphasized that participation in Arab and international scientific forums creates valuable opportunities to exchange expertise and build effective research and innovation partnerships. He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to linking research outcomes with development priorities and labor market needs, in support of the country’s transition toward a knowledge- and innovation-based economy.
