This morning, the third annual Science Day Celebration was held at the Suez University Theatre under the patronage and presence of Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, President of the University, and under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Sherif Fahmy, Acting Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Research, along with the deans of faculties, faculty members, and researchers at the university.
The ceremony opened with the playing of the national anthem, followed by the screening of a documentary titled "Thinking Minds and a Rising Nation" produced by the Media Center of Suez University.
In his speech, Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal expressed his pleasure in meeting the university’s scholars in this distinguished event, now in its third edition, which celebrates and honors the efforts of its outstanding members of faculty, researchers, and diligent students for their significant achievements in scientific research.
He emphasized that scientific research is a top priority for the university, as it is a fundamental pillar in serving society and achieving knowledge leadership.
The President of Suez University stressed that the higher education and scientific research sector in Egypt enjoys great support from His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, who believes that science is the true lifeline for any nation aspiring to rise and progress.
This support is evident in the launch of national initiatives and the establishment of technological and national universities, including Suez National University—a pioneering step in supporting innovation and developing the higher education system—alongside the provision of unlimited support for researchers and innovators and the inclusion of scientific research among the state’s strategic priorities for achieving sustainable development and Egypt’s Vision 2030.
He also highlighted the pivotal role of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, led by Prof. Dr. Mohamed Ayman Ashour, in developing Egypt’s higher education and scientific research system by adopting strategic policies that enhance the quality of education and link research to societal needs and national development plans.
Prof. Dr. Heniegal affirmed that this annual celebration is a message of appreciation to everyone who made science their path and excellence their approach. Honoring scientists, researchers, and outstanding students is not merely a celebration of achievements—it is a reaffirmation that the beacons of thought and knowledge hold a firm place at the heart of the institution, as they are the future leaders and torchbearers of innovation and renewal.
Financial awards, shields, and certificates of appreciation were presented to researchers.
Prof. Dr. Sherif Fahmy, Acting Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Research, presented a report on the achievements of the university’s postgraduate and research sector, praising the strong support received from Prof. Dr. President of the University, which positively impacted the sector’s various evaluation criteria.
He explained that the university appeared in 19 international rankings in 2025, a 58% increase compared to 2024. It also entered the Times Higher Education Impact Ranking for the first time, placing among the top 1001–1500 universities worldwide, in addition to advancing in other global rankings by 100 to 450 places.
The university also entered subject-specific rankings in Chemistry, Petroleum Engineering, Mining Engineering, Structural and Civil Engineering, Materials Science, and Physical Sciences. It achieved significant progress in both the quantity and quality of published research, with more than 80% of publications falling within Q1 and Q2 rankings.
He also mentioned that in 2025, the university witnessed remarkable growth in peer-reviewed academic journals, increasing to eleven journals, a 57% rise compared to the previous year. Eight of these journals were included in the Egyptian Knowledge Bank (EKB) rankings with scores ranging between 6.5 and 7, and four journals entered prestigious international indexes, including DOAJ and Arcif.
On his part, Prof. Dr. Yasser Amon, Director of the International Rankings Unit, explained that the university is working diligently to showcase the contributions of its scientists, authors, and intellectuals in alignment with sustainable development goals, aiming to build a knowledge- and innovation-based society in accordance with the National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research 2023, derived from Egypt’s Sustainable Development Strategy: Vision 2030.
● Honoring the Faculties with the Highest Research Publication Output
Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal presented shields to the faculties with the most research publications. The Faculty of Petroleum and Mining Engineering ranked third, the Faculty of Technology and Education came in second, and the Faculty of Science secured the first place.
● President of Suez University Honors Undergraduate Students Who Published Research in High-Impact International Journals
● Honoring the Faculty of Technology and Education
The President of the University was keen to honor the Faculty of Technology and Education following the accreditation by the National Authority for Quality Assurance of Education for its programs in Electrical Power and Construction, marking the university’s first academic accreditation since its establishment—an important achievement for the university.
He also honored the team of the International Rankings Unit in recognition of their outstanding role in raising the university’s international ranking across multiple global indices.
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