by ashokaib | Apr 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
Ms Fatima Al Anzi, a Master of Science candidate in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Infectious Diseases at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at the Arabian Gulf University (AGU), has been awarded her master’s degree for her thesis in medical laboratory sciences, entitled “Species Diversity and Antifungal Resistance Patterns of Oral Candida Isolates in Patients with Diabetes”.
Ms Al Anzi demonstrated a deep understanding of Candida colonisation, providing key insights into the factors that promote this colonisation and the mechanisms of antifungal resistance in diabetic patients.
The examining committee, consisting of Dr Shady Zakai, Ms Eman Farid, Mr Mohammad Shahid, Dr RonI Joji and Dr Mona Ouriqat, unanimously approved the thesis.
by ashokaib | Apr 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
Arabian Gulf University (AGU) has achieved a remarkable position in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2025, ranking between 201 and 250, making it the first and only university from the region to attain this rank. This milestone reflects the university’s excellence in education and scientific research. The evaluation was based on comprehensive international criteria, including the quality of education, research environment and output, international cooperation, and partnerships with the industrial sector, among other factors.
In regional context, AGU ranked (22) among universities in GCC countries and (26) among Arab universities. Out of 1,213 universities from 39 Asian countries that applied for the ranking, 853 institutions were included.
His Excellency Dr Saad bin Saud Al Fuhaid, President of AGU expressed pride in this achievement, attributing it to the strong support of Gulf leaders, which enabled AGU to attain the highest levels of quality and excellence in its academic programs, research initiatives, and scientific activities. He added that AGU has upheld its reputation as one of the oldest and most significant Gulf integration projects in the educational sector, congratulating the university’s academic and administrative staff on this distinguished accomplishment.
He further noted that strategic investments in fostering a culture of research excellence, faculty development, student support services, and international collaborations have significantly contributed to enhancing the university’s academic quality and scientific impact. These efforts have strengthened AGU’s standing as a trusted higher education institution both regionally and globally.
He continued, “The university’s advanced ranking reflects our unwavering commitment to providing a prestigious educational experience and advancing scientific research. This success is the result of the dedicated efforts of all staff members, enabling us to maintain a leading position in reputable university rankings. Our focus on international quality standards encompasses various indicators, including academic reputation, program quality, faculty-to-student ratio, diversity of nationalities among students and staff, awards and patents earned by faculty members, and employment opportunities for graduates.”
Dr Adel Kamal, Director of the Quality and Excellence Centre at AGU, explained that this prestigious international ranking is a testament to the hard work of everyone involved at AGU. He affirmed that the achievement reflects the university’s strong academic and research reputation and its commitment to high standards of quality and excellence. Notably, AGU ranked first among GCC universities in the quality of education criterion and second among Arab universities.
This ranking places AGU among leading Asian universities, alongside prominent institutions such as Tsinghua University in China (ranked 1st in Asia and 12th globally), the National University of Singapore (3rd in Asia, 17th globally), and the University of Tokyo (5th in Asia, 28th globally). This demonstrates AGU’s steady advancement toward further excellence and reinforces its role as a pioneering institution committed to developing skilled competencies capable of contributing to sustainable development goals across the Gulf.
THE Asia University Rankings prioritise criteria related to research, teaching, knowledge transfer, international openness, and academic reputation, as well as the impact of universities in research and education. The rankings utilise data from external sources such as Scopus and other metrics to provide a comprehensive assessment of universities’ scientific and educational quality.
by ashokaib | Apr 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
His Excellency Dr Saad bin Saud Al Fuhiad, President of the Arabian Gulf University (AGU), met today with Mr Rafik Nayed, Group Chief Executive Officer of Al Salam Bank, accompanied by Mr Ihab Abdul Latif Ahmed, Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Corporate Affairs, and Mr Mahmoud Qannati, Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications. The two sides explored avenues for future collaboration to support the University’s digital education initiatives.
They discussed a framework for a close partnership founded on digital innovation and the optimal utilisation of Artificial Intelligence applications, thereby benefiting current and future generations across a range of academic disciplines, particularly banking management.
Dr Al Fuhaid welcomed the proposed alliance with Al Salam Bank and outlined strategies to strengthen institutional cooperation, which will enhance the University’s teaching and research environment in partnership with Bahrain’s banking sector. He praised the Bank’s ongoing support for educational and research initiatives at universities and educational institutions in the Kingdom and emphasised the importance of developing joint strategies that contribute positively to students’ academic experience.
For his part, Mr Nayed expressed Al Salam Bank’s readiness to back high‑impact initiatives that improve the effectiveness of digital education and support the creation of a sustainable and knowledge‑based economy at AGU. He commended the King Hamad Chair in the College of Education, Administrative and Technical Sciences and affirmed the Bank’s commitment to broadening cooperation with leading academic institutions.
The meeting aimed to discuss potential areas of cooperation, set shared objectives for training, professional development and scientific research, explore ways to support future projects and plans for enhancing digital education, and propose joint training programmes and community initiatives.
This engagement forms part of AGU’s efforts to strengthen its relationships with private‑sector and banking institutions, forging strategic partnerships that advance sustainable development goals, especially in the fields of innovation, digital transformation and emerging technologies. The meeting marked an important step towards a strategic alliance focused on supporting digital education initiatives.
Also in attendance were Prof. Waleed Zubari, Dean of the College of Education, Administrative and Technical Sciences and Director of the University’s Academic Chairs Committee, and Prof. Al Ajab Mohammed Al Ajab, Head of the Education and Curricula Department and Supervisor of the King Hamad Chair for Digital Education.
by ashokaib | Apr 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
Dr Sabah Al-Jenaid, Academic Supervisor of the Academic Chair of His Highness Shaikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) at Arabian Gulf University (AGU), participated in a recent roundtable discussion on carbon removal, organised by Sustainability Forum Middle East in collaboration with the Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones (DANAT) and the Supreme Council for Environment.
During the event, Dr Al-Jenaid highlighted the university’s contributions to coastal ecosystem research and emphasised its expertise in blue carbon studies within the region. She presented research findings on coastal ecosystems such as salt marshes, mangrove forests, and seagrass meadows, which are highly effective at capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide in a process known as "blue carbon sequestration."
Dr Al-Jenaid also discussed the objectives of a joint study conducted by AGU and DANAT, focusing on assessing the impacts of current and future climate change on pearl oyster beds and seagrasses, as well as estimating the carbon stored by these marine resources. She underscored the importance of scientific research and collaboration between universities, government bodies, and private sector entities to advance climate science and address climate change challenges in Bahrain and the wider Gulf region. She noted that the university's academic and research staff include specialists with over ten years of experience in these fields.
Furthermore, Dr Al-Jenaid explained how sustainable pearl fishing practices contribute to the health of marine ecosystems and biodiversity, highlighting the critical role of seagrass beds in carbon sequestration.
The roundtable series, themed "Oceans on the Front Lines" focused this year on "Decarbonisation and Harnessing Marine Ecosystems for Climate Action” highlighting key strategies within environmental and energy policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions to combat climate change.
by ashokaib | Apr 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
Dr Hawazen Rawas, Head of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Department at the Arabian Gulf University (AGU) and Chair of the Examination Committee for Cardiac Care Nursing at the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, recently took part in a scientific symposium to discuss the role of women in the Saudi Board 2025. The event brought together a select group of academics, healthcare professionals and specialists.
Dr Rawas emphasised the importance of empowering female cadres in specialised medical fields, particularly in cardiac care nursing. She noted that the growing presence of women in decision‑making positions within the health sector reflects the Kingdom’s evolving institutional framework and supports the realisation of its long‑term health‑care vision.
During the symposium, Dr Rawas outlined her academic and administrative experience in leading AGU’s BSc Nursing programme. She underlined the significance of exchanging regional expertise to enhance the outcomes of health‑care education and improve the quality of nursing care provided to patients, especially in specialised areas such as cardiac care.
The online symposium also addressed strategies to boost female participation across various health‑care disciplines. Speakers stressed the need to support training and research programmes that open new horizons for women in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the GCC states.
