International agreements with international universities to collect data for the SDGs and support the university’s achievements from different fields:

Urban Acupuncture Workshop

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The Faculty of Architecture - Design & Built Environment at Beirut Arab University is proud to announce its collaboration with Kassel University in Germany, Alexandria University in Egypt, and Babylon University in Iraq on an exciting three-year project generously funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) program, with a budget of 374,000 Euros.

The project, entitled "Urban Acupuncture: A Strategy of Catalytic Interventions," will be conducted from 2023 to 2025 as part of the DAAD - Ta’ziz Science Cooperations. This project is part of BAU Urban Lab's initiatives, with Faculty Dean Prof. Hassan Abdel Salam as the project's Principal Investigator and Dr. Hiba Mohsen as the main coordinator. We are thrilled to kick off this endeavor with a six-day workshop, which will be hosted at BAU Debbieh campus. This workshop will bring together participants from all four partner universities and is scheduled to take place from November 26th to December 1st, 2023.

Stay updated on project activities and program details by visiting the project webpage at https://urbanacupuncture.de/

Cooperation Agreement between Beirut Arab University and Moulay Ismail University

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/Cooperation-Agreement-between-Beirut-Arab-University-and-Moulay-Ismail-University

Beirut Arab University represented by its President Professor, Amr Gala El Adawi, signed a five-year cooperation agreement with Moulay Ismail University (Morocco) represented by its President Professor, Hassane Sahbi. The agreement aims to establish collaborative scientific and cultural ties in science, thought, culture, arts, and human sciences.

This agreement also aims to enrich scientific and cultural knowledge in the fields of arts and human sciences as well as the educational and teaching curricula. In addition, it encourages joint scientific research in different specializations, organizing scientific conferences and seminars discussing common issues between the two universities, as well as revitalizing literary heritage through printing and publishing the oral cultural heritage of the people of Lebanon and Morocco.

Moreover, the agreement entails exchanging students, especially Masters and Ph.D., every academic year. The two parties also discussed the possibility of establishing a center or institute of Moroccan and Lebanese civilization and culture at both universities respectively to serve as a bridge for communication, cultural, and scientific partnership.

Student exchange agreement between BAU and University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (Italy) (2020 – 2025)

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Health-Sciences/News/Student-exchange-agreement-between-BAU-and-University-of-Modena-and-Reggio-Emilia-Italy-2020-2025-

Student exchange agreement to enhance the educational process, between the department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Heath Sciences at Beirut Arab University, Lebanon and Department of Biomedical, Metabolic and Neural Sciences at University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy under the following conditions:

• Both institutions agree to exchange up to 2 students at the level undergraduate and graduate level – on a reciprocal basis - with an opportunity to internationalize their curriculum.
• Student exchange may enrol at the partner University for a minimum of three months (90 days) up to one semester. During the period of exchange, students may carry out research work for their final dissertation/thesis and/or may attend courses.

A Memorandum of Understanding Between Beirut Arab University and University of Montpellier

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/A-Memorandum-of-Understanding-Between-Beirut-Arab-University-and-University-of-Montpellier

Professor Amr Galal El Adawi, President of Beirut Arab University signed an academic mobility and cooperation agreement with the University of Montpellier and its Faculty of Science, represented by Professor Adam A. Ali, Acting Director of International Relations and Mr Gilles Guévellou, Administrative Director on Wednesday May 17, 2023 at BAU campus of Beirut. Montpellier is considered one of the world's leading universities in the field of Ecology and Environment Sciences according to the Shanghai index ranking. The signing ceremony was attended by Professor Ramadan Awad, Dean of Faculty of Science, Dr. Laurent Drapeau from the Institute de Recherche pour le Development (IRD), France, Ms. Lia Renaud, Chargée de Mission Universitaire et Scientifique from the French Embassy, Dr. Carla Khater from the Environmental Observatory O-Life, Dr. Safa Baydoun from BAU Research Center for Environment and Development (RCED), and Ms. Amani Bsat, Head of BAU International Relations office along with Dr. Ghada Khawaja, Assistant Dean and Dr. Mahmoud Khalil, Chair of Biology Department, BAU Faculty of Science, and a group of academic members and guests.

This MOU was facilitated by the project “International Postgraduate Studies in Environmental Management and Sustainability for Mediterranean Countries” at Faculty of Science of BAU. This project was funded by “Projets structurants de formation au Sud”, IRD and implemented in partnership with the Environmental Observatory O-Life, ECO-MED Environmental Consultants and RCED.

The MOU mainly aims at the development of a joint Professional Master's degree in "Environmental and Ecosystem Management" (EEM) at the Faculty of Science of BAU, guided by the best practices and expertise of the Master’s program of “Ingénierie en Écologie et Gestion de la Biodiversité (IEGB) at the Faculty of Sciences of Montpellier University. It also covers academic exchange of students and staff, scientific research cooperation and co-supervision of postgraduate students, organization of conferences, workshops and student internships along with other events.

Within the framework of this MOU, IRD continues to facilitate educational support, capacity building, and scientific cooperation of both universities through student and staff exchange, collaborative and joint research, and the organization of seminars and meetings.

At the beginning of the ceremony, Mr. Guévellou extended the appreciation of Montpellier university to the MOU and its importance in the historical and strong relations between France and Lebanon. He emphasized the key role of academic cooperation in Environmental and Ecological education in addressing complex challenges facing the management and conservation of natural resources as well as interactions and trade-offs inherent to the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Mr. Guévellou thanked all who contributed to making the signing of MOU a reality and wished to extend the cooperation to cover other potential programs.

Professor El Adawi opened his speech with welcoming words to Mr. Guévellou and Professor Ali and all participants at ceremony. He expressed BAU gratitude to the signing of MOU with Montpellier University emphasizing its importance in the historical relations between Lebanon and France. Professor El Adawi placed high value on the cooperation with Montpellier especially that Beirut Arab University is a member of the Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF).

He acknowledged the profound contribution and influence of French Universities not only in Lebanon but also in many countries around the world. He also stressed the role the MOU can play in building capacities to address current pressing environmental challenges in Lebanon and support its efforts to meet sustainable development goals. Professor El Adawi ended by emphasizing that academic cooperation stands today as a necessity being a source of strength and a real investment in building knowledge based societies and making effective change in the lives of people.

Two available traineeships for medical students at LSMU

https://www.bau.edu.lb/International-Relations/Announcement/Two-available-traineeships-for-medical-students-at-LSMU

Two traineeship opportunities for medical students are now available at Lithuanian University of Health Sciences (LSMU) in Lithuania for the Academic Year 2022/2023.

The internship activities will be carried out in the framework of the ERASMUS+ agreement between BAU and LSMU.

Candidates' requirements:

• 6th year undergraduate (2022/2023)

Traineeship general information:

• Duration of traineeship: 2 months
• Scholarship of 800€ per month + travel contribution of 360€ (Total= €1960)
• LSMU's Website: https://lsmuni.lt/en/

Required documents:

• A Transcript of records
• A motivation letter
• The resume

All candidates are asked to send the required documents to BAU International Relations Office at international-relations@bau.edu.lb

Beirut Arab University - Tripoli Branch Hosts the French Cultural Center and the Francophone Digital Center AUF

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/Beirut-Arab-University-Tripoli-Branch-Hosts-the-French-Cultural-Center-and-the-Francophone-Digital-Center-AUF

In collaboration with the French Cultural Institute in Lebanon and the Francophone Digital Center of the Francophone University Agency (AUF), the Faculty of Humanities at Beirut Arab University - Tripoli Branch, organized a literary meeting with the French writer, scriptwriter and President of the Académie Goncourt, Didier Dequi and French academic writer and Secretary General Philip Claudel. The meeting comes within the framework of the “Beirut Books” celebration for this year and was moderated by Dr. Nadia Iskandarani, Professor of French Language at BAU.

The meeting was attended by Mrs. Sabine Ciortino, the Counselor for Cooperation and Cultural Action and Director of the French Cultural Center in Lebanon, Dr. Ziad Naga, Director of the Francophone Digital Center in Tripoli, and Dr. Maha Mouloud from the Lebanese University. BAU attendees included Professor Khaled Baghdadi, Vice President of Beirut Arab University for Tripoli Branch, Mr. Muhammad Hammoud, Assistant Secretary General of the University in addition to Ms Nala Makkouk, supervisor of Public Relations in Tripoli, as well directors of colleges, faculty members and students. Faculty members and students from universities of North Lebanon also attended the meeting.

To begin the meeting, Professor Baghdadi welcomed the writers and the attendees and expressed his enthusiasm for a successful meeting. Following, Dr. Nadia Iskandarani spoke about the importance of this meeting, which falls within the “Beirut Books” celebration and was called for by the writers of the members of the Goncourt Committee, which promotes meetings and cultural activities for the students of Lebanon. In her speech, Dr. Iskandarani thanked the writers and the French Cultural Center for their support and distinguished role in promoting the Francophonie in Lebanon.

At the end of the meeting, Director of the Francophone Digital Center in Tripoli, Dr. Ziad Naga, invited the students, especially doctoral students, to visit the center benefit from its facilities.

Erasmus+ Agreement: BAU Visits the Campus of Pavia University in Italy

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/Erasmusplus-Agreement-BAU-Visits-the-Campus-of-Pavia-University-in-Italy

BAU’s visit to Pavia University falls under the umbrella of the Erasmus+ agreement between the two institutions which started in 2018 and continues to date.

BAU was represented by the Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) Professor Rajaa Fakhoury, the Head of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics Professor Marwan El Ghoch, and Dr Dima Kreidieh, Assistant Professor from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics.

During the visit which took place in Pavia on the 24th of October 2022, the BAU representors met the Italian staff and discussed some salient topics:

(1) Research fellow exchange opportunity within a new research project

(2) The teaching staff and students’ mobility strategy for ERASMUS+ Program 2022-2023

Additionally, Pavia University cordially invited a BAU staff member to be a speaker at the next national Italian ANSISA congress taking place in March 2023

The President of Beirut Arab University Prof. Amr Galal El Adawi attended the USAID Annual Higher Education Summit with University Partners

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/The-President-of-Beirut-Arab-University-Prof-Amr-Galal-El-Adawi-attended-the-USAID-Annual-Higher-Education-Summit-with-University-Partners

The President of Beirut Arab University Prof. Amr Galal El Adawi attended the Annual Summit of the Higher Education of Capacity Development (HECD) program, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented by the Education Development Center (EDC), that was held on 20 January 2022 bringing together ten Lebanese partner universities and one U.S. based university.

The event welcomed the presence of the U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Richard Michaels, USAID/Lebanon’s Mission Director Eileen Devitt, and university representatives. The summit was an opportunity to highlight the impact of HECD’s institutional capacity development program focused on job readiness skills, career center enhancements, university-employer engagement, work-based learning, entrepreneurship and design thinking.

The summit featured panel discussions with local and international experts from EDC and Florida State University, university instructors, students and career center experts. The event concluded with the presentation of certificates of appreciation to the universities. The President Prof. Amr Galal El Adawi, received the honorary certificate for the BAU‘s active role in the project.

Research collaboration Beirut Arab University, University of Glasgow and UNIDO

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/Research-collaboration-Beirut-Arab-University-University-of-Glasgow-and-UNIDO

Research & Development is in action for defining the optimal conditions and technologies to decontaminate Lebanese zaatar mixtures through a partnership with the University of Glasgow and Beirut Arab University.

Dr. Ian WATSON and Dr. Nada EL DARRA conducted a research on the optimal conditions and technologies to decontaminate Spices under the project “Strengthening Job Creation and Creativity in the Agri-food sector in Lebanon through technology transfer and skills training” funded by Italy and implemented by UNIDO in partnership with the Ministry of Industry and in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture in Lebanon.

Zaatar (Origanum Syriacum) is a traditional edible plant with high demand within Lebanon and in the surrounding Middle Eastern countries. In the age of global trade and high safety measures, decontamination is a critical process to ensure safe Zaatar consumption by reducing the load of microorganisms. Once optimized, the decontamination of Zaatar products will facilitate export market access and international trade for Lebanese zaatar producers.

Spices generally have low moisture content, and although this reduces microbial growth, their contamination has significantly contributed to food-borne infections and outbreaks. This contamination has created trade barriers when exporting the products abroad. Pathogenic bacteria, such as Salmonella, Bacillus cereus, Clostridium perfringens, and Escherichia coli, are commonly detected on herbs and spices. Different treatments have been used to decontaminate spices; however, most of these treatments presented some detrimental effects on the food quality. Thermal treatment of spices and herbs, including dry steam, is the most widely used technology to ensure microbiological safety. However, it can cause significant physical and chemical changes that negatively affect sensory and nutritional quality. Chemical treatment using ethylene oxide has also been used to decontaminate spices; however, its use was prohibited by an EU directive in 1991 and has been banned in a number of other countries because it is a carcinogen. Gamma irradiation has since emerged as a viable alternative and its use results in cleaner, better quality herbs and spices compared to those fumigated, yet the technique is still restricted in EU countries and not favoured by consumers. Subsequently, it is of vital socio-economic importance to investigate alternative methods to effectively decontaminate dried spices, render them safe for consumption and improve market access by maintaining the quality of the product and increasing shelf-life. With the large volume of spices consumed globally, there are obvious market gaps in deploying more favourable technology for spice decontamination and extending their shelf-life. The demonstrated system and subject of this work demonstrates a viable and cost-effective option.

Few, if any, studies have assessed the performance of non-thermal combined systems to decontaminate spices. Therefore, the purpose of this research collaboration is to evaluate a novel, non-thermal combined technology of ozone, UV-C radiation and modulated IR light as a decontamination treatment for chilli flakes (CF), onion flakes (OF) and black pepper (BP), artificially inoculated with Escherichia coli. The system incorporates a fluidized bed that suspends and moves the chilli flakes in the region of the IR and UV energy in air. The results obtained in this work may serve as basis in developing a combined decontamination system’s approach for spice decontamination and other foods, such as powders, that can be fluidized or suspended in an air flow.

Funded by the intramural Grant of Beirut Arab University, a visit was carried out by Dr. Nada El Darra, Associate Professor of Food Safety and Technology at Beirut Arab University to the School of Engineering of the University of Glasgow where she worked with Dr. Ian Watson, Reader in Applied Energy at the James Watt School of Engineering in the Systems, Power and Energy Research Division on developing and investigating the performance of the decontamination system. Both authors have considerable experience of developing decontamination systems on food, including e.g. UV, IR, ozone, chemical, microwave, laser, pulsed light and thermal methods. The findings of this decontamination system were published in highly prestigious journals.

Based on these findings, UNIDO expressed its interest in a trial of the prototype on decontaminating thyme and thyme mixtures. UNIDO funded research trials, conducted through a partnership with the University of Glasgow and Beirut Arab University, on decontaminating Zaatar using the prototype developed in the collaboration under this project.

BAU Signs a Technology Collaboration Agreement for Research and Education (TECH Care) with Five Major Lebanese Universities

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In an attempt to affiliate cooperation with other major Lebanese Universities, Beirut Arab University represented by its President Professor Amr Galal El Adawi, joined a Signing Ceremony for a “Technology Collaboration Agreement for Research and Education (Tech Care)” which witnessed the birth of “Lebanon’s National Research and Education Network (NREN)”. The Ceremony was also attended by the President of the American University of Beirut (AUB) Dr. Fadlo Khuri; Rector of Saint Joseph University (USJ) Prof. Salim Daccache; Vice President for Human Resources and University Services of the Lebanese American University (LAU) Mr. Roy Majdalani, representing President Dr. Joseph Jabbra; President of Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) Father Professor Georges Hobeika. This agreement which formed the beginning of cooperation between the universities, and which promised that more universities will join in a later step, states that TechCARE will connect educational institutions within Lebanon and from Lebanon to the world, allowing for enhanced collaboration and improved e-services for the member universities and their communities of researchers and learners.

The vision of NRENs around the world—and TechCARE in Lebanon—is that building connections and fostering collaborations between a large number of universities and research institutions is key to advancing knowledge. Professor Amr Galal El Adawi stated his hopes for the future by saying: “Today’s signature is a good start for the five universities and I hope this will lead us to more cooperation in other fields.” Dr. Fadlo Khuri said “This is further evidence of the level of genuine cooperation between five of the top private universities in the country and our hope is with this step—which will make life easier for our students, faculty, and staff wishing to cooperate with the public university in Lebanon” Prof. Fr. Daccache declared: “I think this is an added value to our educational work. Today, informatics is no longer an option, it is a duty. A duty that universities have to take into consideration and introduce into their programs in order to benefit our students, and higher education in Lebanon.” Mr. Majdalani, reiterated on behalf of the LAU president how this agreement is, “one more step in building a stronger technology infrastructure for students in leading higher education institutions in Lebanon”.

 Professor Fr. Georges Hobeika noted: “USEK’s contribution to the launch of TechCARE, with partner universities, is significant, thus USEK will strive to provide unmatched services that will transform the entire educational ecosystem in Lebanon.” The purpose of this agreement is not only to connect researchers and students within Lebanon, but also to connect them to the world. Among the foundational services of TechCARE are the connections it provides to the European community—through GÉANT and its EUMedConnect3 Program—and the regional community through the Arab States Research and Education Network (ASREN). Mr. David West, Project Manager of EUMedConnect3, explained how pleased they were that Lebanon is participating in this EU-funded program, stating that “GÉANT” welcomes the Technology Cooperation Agreement for Research and Education (TechCARE) among Lebanese Research and Education Institutions”.

Memorandum of Cooperation between Faculty of Medicine at Beirut Arab University and Faculty of Medicine at Alexandria University

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/Memorandum-of-Cooperation-between-Faculty-of-Medicine-at-Beirut-Arab-University-and-Faculty-of-Medicine-at-Alexandria-University

Beirut Arab University represented by Professor Naglaa Mashaal, Dean of Faculty of Medicine, and Professor Wael Nabil Abdel Salam, Dean of Faculty of Medicine at Alexandria University and in the presence of the University President Professor Amr Galal El Adawi have signed a three-year memorandum of cooperation. The memorandum aims to invest their powers, human, scientific and financial potentials in order to achieve the noble goals that they strive to achieve in the fields of medicine, university education, development of scientific studies and research in addition to the advancement of medical work, health care and services.

The agreement provides training of undergraduate students (Fourth, fifth and sixth year) at the Faculty of Medicine at Alexandria University at the medical, academic and research level provided that the curriculum and training conforms with the requirements and accreditation conditions for the Faculty of Medicine at Beirut Arab University.

They also signed an agreement for research exchange taking into consideration its importance to undergraduate and postgraduate students in both faculties.

A joint committee from the deanship in both universities shall be formed to directly supervise the implementation of this cooperation in order to achieve high quality and efficient academic programs and clinical training.

At the beginning, Professor Abdel Salam, Dean of Faculty of Medicine at Alexandria University, showed a video in which he explained the properties of the advanced medical center of the Faculty of Medicine at Alexandria University. He also welcomed concluding this agreement and consolidating this relationship that started sixty years ago.

Professor Amr Galal El Adawi, President of Beirut Arab University, mentioned in his speech: “This memorandum is a start for a cooperation that will continue to include other medical faculties for the benefit students would achieve through training in different departments.”

Professor Naglaa Mashaal, Dean of Faculty of Medicine, noted the importance of this agreement especially in the current circumstances Lebanon is passing through and it will add great experience in training for the students of Medicine in their final years.

At the end, Professor El Adawi, President of Beirut Arab University, presented an honorary medal to Professor Abdel Salam, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Alexandria University, as a token of loyalty and appreciation.

Memorandum of Understanding between Beirut Arab University and University of Angers

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/Memorandum-of-Understanding-between-Beirut-Arab-University-and-University-of-Angers

In a significant development for international education, Professor Wael Nabil Abdel Salam, President of Beirut Arab University, and Professor Françoise Grolleau, President of the University of Angers (France) have officially endorsed a comprehensive cooperation agreement. This agreement outlines collaborative efforts in teaching and research, emphasizing student exchanges, joint scientific research, shared conferences, and the exchange of academic resources particularly at the level of Faculty of Human Sciences.

Memorandum of Understanding between Beirut Arab University and Education Development Center

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/Memorandum-of-Understanding-between-Beirut-Arab-University-and-Education-Development-Center

The Secretary-General of Beirut Arab University, Dr. Omar Houri, representing Prof. Wael Nabil Abdel Salam, President of BAU, signed the extension of the memorandum of understanding with the Director of the HECD Program - USAID Mr. William Potter for a period of one year in the presence of the Program SupervisorDr. Lubna Suheil, Assistant Dean of the Faculty of Sciences, Dr. Ghada Khawaja, the Alumni and Career Center representatives Ms. Ghada Labban and Mr. Moueen Karakira

The memorandum of understanding between Education Development Center and BAU aims to develop programs and mechanisms that help prepare students to engage in the labour market as well as expand programs and tools that prepare students to apply for the job.

The MOU also provides protection of intellectual property rights for all information, reports, curricula, summaries, programs, videos or any material prepared by the university.

Memorandum of Understanding between Beirut Arab University and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, Mankato

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/Memorandum-of-Understanding-between-Beirut-Arab-University-and-Minnesota-State-Colleges-and-Universities-Mankato

Beirut Arab University represented by its president Prof Wael Nabil Abdel Salam signed a memorandum of understanding with the president of Board of Trustees at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Dr. Edward Inch. The faculty of Business Administration represented by its Dean Prof. Mohammed Abo El Naga had studied the areas related to the memorandum.

The five-year memorandum aims for international and cultural exchange in educational experiences for students and faculty members in Minnesota State and Beirut Arab University, and to provide exchange opportunities between faculty members through lectures research and discussions as well as discussing the possibility of holding joint academic conferences and programs.

In addition, it encourages opportunities for student and information exchange in academic and scientific research in areas of mutual interest.

Beirut Arab University President and Secretary-General Visit universities in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/News/Beirut-Arab-University-President-and-Secretary-General-Visit-universities-in-the-Hashemite-Kingdom-of-Jordan

Prof. Wael Nabil Abdel Salam, President of Beirut Arab University, and Dr. Omar Houri, Secretary-General, visited Jordan to strengthen university relations with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. They held an introductory meeting with His Excellency Dr. Toufic Krishan, who is a graduate of BAU, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Local Administration. Then they met with His Excellency Minister of Education and Higher Education, Dr. Azmi Mohafza, in his office at the Ministry where they discussed the situation of higher education in private universities in both countries.

The Beirut Arab University Alumni Association in Amman held a reception for the President and General Secretary, where they were welcomed by the Association’s Honorary President, Dr. Toufic Krishan, and members of the Administrative Council and members of the association. During his talk with some university graduates, Prof. Abdel Salam noted that their visit to Jordan was to strengthen cultural cooperation between Beirut Arab University and universities in Jordan.

The President and the Secretary General, then, visited The University of Jordan where both parties President of Beirut Arab University Prof. Wael Nabil Abdel Salam and President of the University of Jordan Prof. Nathir Obeidat signed a memorandum of understanding for four years. The memorandum aims to develop academic cooperation in various fields through holding lectures and organizing seminars and conferences, exchanging publications, books and periodicals, conducting joint research projects, as well as exchanging students and faculty members to support scientific research and exchange of experiences.

The President and Secretary General also met the Vice-President of Yarmouk University for Planning, Development, Scientific Research and Quality, Dr. Samer Samara. Prof. Abdel Salam stressed on the vision of Beirut Arab University in strengthening its relations with one of Jordan's long-standing Arab universities such as Yarmouk University, known for their academic authenticity, position and quality of its graduates in addition to its pioneering role in education, scientific research and community service.

They also met with the President of the German-Jordanian University, Dr. Ala’aldeen Al-Halhouli, in the university campus. Then they held another meeting with the President of the Jordan University of Science and Technology, Professor Khalid El-Salem. The visit concluded by meeting the Secretary-General of the Association of Arab Universities, Dr. Amr Ezzat Salama, at its headquarters in Amman.

This visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan falls under the university’s strategy in building cooperation with Arab universities and educational institutions in addition to exchanging experiences and knowledge among them, thereby benefiting both parties in academic and research fields of mutual interest.

Agreements

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Science/agreements

The following are the universities and research centers with which cooperation is currently taking place, and also with which cooperation agreements can be concluded through recording joint messages, exchanging postgraduate students, or using available devices:

1- National universities and institutions

Lebanese University - Lebanon

National Council for Scientific Research - Lebanon

Lebanese Atomic Energy Commission - Lebanon

American University of Beirut - Lebanon

Lebanese American University - Lebanon

University of Balamand - Lebanon

Lebanese Agricultural Research Institute (LARI)

Irada Organization

2- Universities and regional institutions

Alexandria University - Egypt

National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries - Egypt

Mining Studies & Research Center - Egypt

City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications - Egypt

The National Centre for Radiation Research and Technology, Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority - Egypt

King Faisal University - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

King Saud University - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Al-Maarifa University - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Al-Mousa College - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Imam Abdul Rahman bin Faisal University - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Higher Colleges of Technology - United Arab Emirates

Khalifa University - United Arab Emirates

University of Sfax - Tunisia

Qatar University - Qatar

Amman Hydrogen Center – Amman

ARICA: Arab Research & Innovation Co-Funded Alliances

3- Universities and international institutions

Claude Bernard University - Lyon 1 - France

University of Tours - France

Le Mans University - France

University of Lille - France

University College London - United Kingdom

London Imperial College - United Kingdom

University of Surrey - United Kingdom

Michigan State University - America

Macquarie University - Australia

Uppsala University - Sweden

University of Bristol - United Kingdom

Osaka University – Japan

Canakkale Oncekiz Mart University - Türkiye

Toscia University - Italy

Cleveland Clinic Foundation – America

University of Montpellier – France: Professional Master in Environmental and Ecosystem Management - PMEEM - Joint Program

A research cooperation agreement with the Federal University of Pará in Brazil through a project funded by the Brazilian Authority: International Scientific and Technological Research Projects and Innovation

A research cooperation agreement with Paris-Saclay University in France in the field of Computer Science.

New International Cooperation Agreements for BAU

https://www.bau.edu.lb/Public-Relations/Event/New-International-Cooperation-Agreements-for-BAU

President of Beirut Arab University, Professor Amr Galal El Adawi, signed a cooperation agreement with the Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation (FIBAA), represented by Ms. Kirstin Fink, in Germany as part of the collaboration between the two parties. This Agreement came as a result for collaboration with the Institutional International Accreditation and International Accreditation for some of its faculties by FIBAA.

This agreement provides effective cooperation as related to Quality Assurance and development in the field of higher education, the exchange of expertise, coordination in consultancy projects, and cooperation in conducting workshops and seminars related to Quality Assurance.

The Faculty of Health Sciences, on the other hand, signed a Cooperation Agreement with the University of Glasgow-Scotland in the United Kingdom which provides for the management of Joint Projects and Research, the exchange of academic material and the provision of any necessary academic and laboratory trainings.