Joint ASRT-BA Research Grants Program for Young Researchers

28/09/2026

DEADLINE TODAY: AI is changing medicine forever—are you ready? 🚀💊
Registration for the TWAS-AREP YSTP 2026 Hybrid Workshop ends TODAY!⏰
Don't miss our featured session "From Innovation to Impact: AI in Drug Discovery" 🧬🤖
Learn how AI is cutting down drug development timelines and turning academic discoveries into real-world impact across the Arab world.
We are pleased to welcome Prof. Mohamed Helal, Professor of Drug Design and Development at Zewail City of Science, Technology and Innovation; Manager of Intellectual Properties Units (IP) & Technology Transfer Office (TTO), as a speaker at our upcoming hybrid workshop "Shaping the Future of Science and Research in the Arab Region: AI, Emerging Technologies, and Open Science" 27–29 October 2026.
📍Format: Hybrid (In-Person at Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Online)
🎯Note: seats are limited!
🔗 Register now: [https://www.bibalex.org/cssp/YSTP2026]

⚡ DEADLINE TODAY: AI is changing medicine forever—are you ready? 🚀💊

Registration for the TWAS-AREP YSTP 2026 Hybrid Workshop ends TODAY!⏰

Don't miss our featured session "From Innovation to Impact: AI in Drug Discovery" 🧬🤖

Learn how AI is cutting down drug development timelines and turning academic discoveries into real-world impact across the Arab world.

We are pleased to welcome Prof. Mohamed Helal, Professor of Drug Design and Development at Zewail City of Science, Technology and Innovation; Manager of Intellectual Properties Units (IP) & Technology Transfer Office (TTO), as a speaker at our upcoming hybrid workshop "Shaping the Future of Science and Research in the Arab Region: AI, Emerging Technologies, and Open Science" 27–29 October 2026.

📍Format: Hybrid (In-Person at Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Online)
🎯Note: seats are limited!
🔗 Register now: [https://www.bibalex.org/cssp/YSTP2026]

24/09/2026

🚀 Crafting Better Science: Academic Writing in the AI Era! 🧬📝

We are pleased to announce Prof. Mohamed Farag (Professor, Faculty of Pharmacy at Cairo University, and TWAS & Alexander von Humboldt Fellow) as a featured speaker at our upcoming hybrid workshop "Shaping the Future of Science and Research in the Arab Region: AI, Emerging Technologies, and Open Science" 27-29 October 2026.

In his session, "Toward Better Science: Academic Writing Skills in the AI Era," Prof. Farag will deliver an engaging, practical look into how artificial intelligence is reshaping scholarly communication.

Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your publishing skills and protect the integrity of your research!

📍 Format: Hybrid (In-Person at Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Online)

📆Registration deadline: 28 September 2026

⚠️ Note: seats are strictly limited!

👉 Register now to secure your spot: [https://www.bibalex.org/cssp/YSTP2026]

24/09/2026

🚨 Research Ethics & The future of Open Science in the Area of AI 🧬🤖
In an era of rapid AI integration, balancing open science with research ethics and data integrity is no longer optional—it is critical.
We are pleased to welcome Prof. Amal Amin, Professor of Nanotechnology and Polymer Technology at Egypt's National Research Centre, and TWAS & International Science Council (ISC) Fellow, as a speaker at our upcoming hybrid workshop:
📌 "Shaping the Future of Science and Research in the Arab Region: AI, Emerging Technologies, and Open Science"
Don't miss this opportunity to gain crucial insights from a leading global voice in science!
🗓️ Workshop Dates: 27–29 October 2026
📍 Format: Hybrid (In-Person at Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Online)
⚠️ Note: seats are limited!
👉 Register now: [https://www.bibalex.org/cssp/YSTP2026]

🚨 Research Ethics & The future of Open Science in the Area of AI 🧬🤖
In an era of rapid AI integration, balancing open science with research ethics and data integrity is no longer optional—it is critical.

We are pleased to welcome Prof. Amal Amin, Professor of Nanotechnology and Polymer Technology at Egypt's National Research Centre, and TWAS & International Science Council (ISC) Fellow, as a speaker at our upcoming hybrid workshop:
📌 "Shaping the Future of Science and Research in the Arab Region: AI, Emerging Technologies, and Open Science"27–29 October 2026.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain crucial insights from a leading global voice in science!

📍 Format: Hybrid (In-Person at Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Online)
⚠️ Note: seats are limited!
👉 Register now: [https://www.bibalex.org/cssp/YSTP2026]

23/09/2026

Crafting Better Science: Academic Writing in the AI Era! 🧬📝

We are pleased to announce Prof. Mohamed Farag (Professor, Faculty of Pharmacy at Cairo University, and TWAS & Alexander von Humboldt Fellow) as a featured speaker at our upcoming hybrid workshop "Shaping the Future of Science and Research in the Arab Region: AI, Emerging Technologies, and Open Science" 27-29 October 2026.
In his session, "Toward Better Science: Academic Writing Skills in the AI Era," Prof. Farag will deliver an engaging, practical look into how artificial intelligence is reshaping scholarly communication.
Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your publishing skills and protect the integrity of your research!
📍 Format: Hybrid (In-Person at Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Online)
📆Registration deadline: 28 September 2026
⚠️ Note: seats are strictly limited!
👉 Register now to secure your spot: [https://www.bibalex.org/cssp/YSTP2026]

🚀 Crafting Better Science: Academic Writing in the AI Era! 🧬📝

We are pleased to announce Prof. Mohamed Farag (Professor, Faculty of Pharmacy at Cairo University, and TWAS & Alexander von Humboldt Fellow) as a featured speaker at our upcoming hybrid workshop "Shaping the Future of Science and Research in the Arab Region: AI, Emerging Technologies, and Open Science" 27-29 October 2026.

In his session, "Toward Better Science: Academic Writing Skills in the AI Era," Prof. Farag will deliver an engaging, practical look into how artificial intelligence is reshaping scholarly communication.

Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your publishing skills and protect the integrity of your research!

📍 Format: Hybrid (In-Person at Bibliotheca Alexandrina & Online)

📆Registration deadline: 28 September 2026

⚠️ Note: seats are strictly limited!

👉 Register now to secure your spot: [https://www.bibalex.org/cssp/YSTP2026]

22/09/2026

🌟 Meet Our Speaker: Prof. Abdin Salih! 💡

We are pleased to welcome Prof. Abdin Salih (Director of the Arab Water Academy - Arab Water Council) to the stage for our hybrid workshop, "Shaping the Future of Science and Research in the Arab Region: AI, Emerging Technologies, and Open Science"! 🌍🔬

This is your chance to learn from one of the region's leading authorities on science policy and sustainable resource management, exploring how AI and open data are transforming research in the Arab world ( 27–29 October 2026).

🚨 limited seats are available —don't wait until the last minute!
🗓️ Registration deadline: 28 September 2026
📍 Location: Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Alexandria, Egypt) & Online (Hybrid Format)
🔗 Register Now: [www.bibalex.org/cssp/YSTP2026]

22/09/2026

KAUST Global Fellowship Program (Call 2027)🔬🌐

The World Academy of Sciences Arab Regional Partner (TWAS-AREP) encourages eligible early-career researchers and postdoctoral scholars across the region to apply for the KAUST Global Fellowship Program (KGFP) at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (Saudi Arabia).

This fully funded, three-year merit-based program empowers outstanding postdocs to conduct independent research addressing key priority areas, including Water, Food, Energy, Health, Artificial Intelligence, and Marine Science.

💡 Key Highlights & Benefits:

💰 Financial Support: $75,000 annual living stipend + up to $40,000/year research budget.

🏠 Perks: Free on-campus housing, medical insurance, relocation support, and family benefits.

🎓 Eligibility: Open to all nationalities who completed their PhD within the last 4 years (or are nearing completion).

🗓️ Application Timeline:

Stage 1 (Concept Note): Applications open September 1 – October 1, 2026

Stage 2 (Full Proposal - by invitation): November 15, 2026 – January 15, 2027

👉 Learn more and prepare your application: https://kgfp.kaust.edu.sa/

22/09/2026

Incoming Webinar Alert: Disaster Risk Reduction & Sustainability! 💡🌏

Don't miss out on hearing from Prof. Rajib Shaw (Keio University, Japan) as he breaks down key strategies for Disaster-Risk Reduction (DRR) toward Sustainable Development!

Whether you are a researcher, policy advocate, or student interested in climate resilience and international development, this session will offer actionable insights you won't want to miss.

⏰ When: 29 September @ 10:00 AM (Malaysia Time)

💻 Where: Live on Zoom

🔗 Register now to secure your spot: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_M-sY3B5QReCyaBgqQMC4IQ