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Knowture Talks

Talk 23

World’s First Successful Aortic Valve Reconstruction with Autologous Tissues: A Landmark in Cardiac Surgery

A historic Knowture Talks session reveals the world’s first aortic valve reconstruction using autologous tissues, pioneered by Mansoura University’s Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Center

Instructor 1

Prof. Samer Elregal

Professor of Vascular Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, and Director of Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Center, Mansoura University.

Instructor 1

Assoc. Prof. Mohamed Sanad

Associate Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, and Deputy Director of Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Center

Talk 20

Implementing Public-Private Partnerships in Health Professions’ Training: Practical Strategies for the Global South

Insightful ISW session on advancing health professions’ training in the Global South through innovative public-private partnerships, led by UTMB experts.

Instructor 27

Dr. Mathew Mendoza

Program Manager of Team Science - University of Texas Medical Branch

Instructor 26

Dr. Hani Serag

Director, Division of Global Partnerships and Professor of Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch

Talk 20

Institutional reform and governance are our path to a more efficient educational system

A distinguished session at Mansoura University’s ISW spotlighted Prof. Ahmed Gamal’s strategic insights on reshaping Egypt’s educational system through institutional reform and robust governance frameworks, offering a forward-looking model for sustainable academic excellence and equity.

Instructor 28

Prof. Ahmed Gamal

Former Minister of Education and Professor of Law at the Faculty of Law – Mansoura University

Talk 20

A Computer-Aided Diagnostic System for the Early and Automatic Diagnosis of Retinopathy in Diabetic Patients Using OCT Images

A dynamic session at Mansoura University’s ISW spotlighted Prof. Ashraf Swelam’s AI-powered diagnostic system using OCT images for the early detection and management of diabetic retinopathy, marking a milestone in healthcare innovation.

Instructor 28

Prof. Ashraf Swelam

Professor of Ophthalmology, Mansoura University

Talk 20

AI in Biomedical Engineering: Shaping the Future of Healthcare

A dynamic session at Mansoura University’s ISW spotlighted Prof. Hossam El-Din Moustafa’s insights on how AI applications in biomedical engineering are redefining the future of healthcare through intelligent diagnostics and personalized treatment.

Instructor 28

Prof. Hossam El-Din Moustafa

Professor at Electronics and Communications Engineering Department Faculty of Engineering - Mansoura University

Talk 20

China-Egypt Educational Bridges: Scholarships and Strategic Academic Partnerships

A spotlight presentation at Mansoura University’s ISW unveiled the Chinese Embassy’s education programs and scholarship strategies, opening new horizons for China-Egypt academic collaboration

Instructor 28

Mr. Zhang Huasheng

Counsellor- Embassy of China in Cairo

Talk 20

Diabetes in 2025 from the view of HLA

A distinguished session at Mansoura University’s ISW highlighted Prof. Ilias Doxiadis’s insightful exploration of the vital link between HLA and diabetes risk, offering new perspectives for prevention strategies by 2025.

Instructor 28

Prof. Ilias Doxiadis

Consultant ITM - University Hospital Leipzig

Talk 20

Nanomedicine and Transforming Healthcare: Some Innovations in Disease Treatment, Diagnosis, and Tissue Engineering (From Lab to Society)

A forward-looking session at Mansoura University’s ISW showcased Prof. Ibrahim El-Sherbiny’s pioneering innovations in nanomedicine, spotlighting cutting-edge applications in disease treatment, diagnosis, and tissue engineering from lab to society.

Instructor 28

Prof. Ibrahim El-Sherbiny

Acting Executive Vice President of Zewail City of Science, Technology and Innovation and Acting President of the University of Science and Technology at Zewail City.

Talk 20

Rethinking Public-Private Partnerships in Health Professions’ Training: Big Ideas for the Future

A forward-looking ISW session by UTMB experts explored bold new visions for public-private partnerships in health professions’ education.

Instructor 27

Dr. Mathew Mendoza

Program Manager of Team Science - University of Texas Medical Branch

Instructor 26

Dr. Hani Serag

Director, Division of Global Partnerships and Professor of Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch

Talk 20

Unlocking Global Research Opportunities: Pathways for the Next Generation of Scientists

Prof. Alan Landay's visionary talk at Mansoura University’s ISW explored global research opportunities and strategies for advancing academic careers.

Instructor 19

Prof. Alan Landay

Vice President and Chief of Research Sciences at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) and Professor in the Departments of Internal Medicine and Microbiology and Immunology

Talk 20

JSPSAAE Activities

A spotlight presentation at Mansoura University’s ISW highlighted JSPSAAE’s key activities, with Prof. Gad El-Qady shedding light on Egypt-Japan academic collaborations in geophysics.

Instructor 19

Prof. Gad El-Qady

Prof. of Geophysics, JSPSAAE Nat. Res. Inst.Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG)

Talk 20

Success story at Mansoura University’s ISW on the Cardiothoracic Surgery Center’s pioneering advances.

Prof. Samer El Regal presented the success story of Mansoura’s Cardiothoracic Surgery Center and its impact on regional healthcare at ISW.

Instructor 19

Prof. Samer El Regal

Professor of Vascular Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, and Director of the Mansoura University Center for Cardiothoracic Surgery

Talk 20

Oncology Center Success at Mansoura University’s ISW

Prof. Dr. Walid El-Nahas showcased the Oncology Center’s pioneering achievements in cancer treatment and patient care during Mansoura University’s ISW.

Instructor 19

Prof. Walid El-Nahas

Professor of Surgical Oncology at the Faculty of Medicine and Director of the Oncology Center at Mansoura University

Talk 20

From Desert Fossils to Global Fame: The Success Story of Egypt’s First Vertebrate Paleontology Center

An inspiring success story by Prof. Hesham Sallam at Mansoura University’s ISW, highlighting the founding of Egypt’s first Vertebrate Paleontology Center and its groundbreaking fossil discoveries.

Instructor 19

Prof. Hesham Sallam

Egyptian paleontologist, Professor of Vertebrate Paleontology at the Faculty of Science, Founder of the Mansoura University Vertebrate Paleontology Center (MUVP), and Head of the Sallam Lab research team.

Talk 12

Mansoura’s Urology and Nephrology Center: A Model of Medical Excellence and Global Impact

Discover the inspiring success story of the Middle East’s first Urology and Nephrology Center, presented at Mansoura University’s ISW, pioneering kidney transplant care in the region.

Instructor 19

Prof. Bassem Salah Wadie Saleh

Director, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University, Egypt

Talk 18

France in Egypt: Academic Bridges and Cultural Dialogue

A spotlight presentation at Mansoura University’s ISW highlighted the French Institute’s educational cooperation programs, fostering cultural dialogue, language education, and academic partnerships between Egypt and France.

Instructor 1

Mrs. Samah Shshta

Adjointe de I ‘Attaché de coopération pour le francais Secteur éducatif

Instructor 1

Mrs. Nora Tufenkjian

Project Coordinator /France – Egyptian Higher Education and Research Meetings /French Institute of Egypt

Talk 17

British Council education programs power of transnational education

A spotlight presentation at Mansoura University’s ISW highlighted the British Council’s transnational education initiatives, opening new pathways for global academic exchange and student development.

Instructor 1

Mr. Eslam Shabana

Education project manager - British Council

Talk 14

Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS): Functions, Structures, and Strategies

Lecture by Prof. Eiji Nagasawa at Mansoura University’s ISW explores JSPS’s research strategies and promotes global academic exchange.

Instructor 1

Prof. Eiji NAGASAWA

Director of JSPS Cairo Research station - Professor Emeritus of the University of Tokyo

Talk 14

Pioneering Liver Transplantation in the Middle East: The Mansoura Experience

Success story presentation at Mansoura University’s ISW highlights the founding of the Middle East’s first liver transplant center, marking a milestone in medical innovation and regional healthcare advancement.

Instructor 1

Prof. Mohammed Abdel-Wahab

Head of the liver transplant team ,Professor of Surgery and Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology Center, University of Mansoura, Egypt

Talk 14

Moving from Local to Global Universities

Keynote lecture at Mansoura University’s ISW enriches global academic dialogue and explores strategies for transforming local universities into globally recognized institutions.

Instructor 1

Prof. Osama Hamdy

Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School & Medical Director, Obesity Clinical Program, Joslin Diabetes Center

Talk 12

Discovery of Bastetodon, the ancient king of the jungle from 30 million years ago

Instructor 13

Prof. Hesham Sallam

Egyptian paleontologist, Professor of Vertebrate Paleontology at the Faculty of Science.

Instructor 12

Dr. Shorouk Al-Ashqar

The lead researcher who conducted the study

Talk 1

Artificial intelligence and the future of human creativity

Artificial intelligence and the future of human creativity

Instructor 1

Prof.Marie-Luise Sessler

Professor of computer science

Talk 2

Collaborative Leadership

Collaborative Leadership

Instructor 2

Prof. Dr. Bethan O'Neil

Professor of law

Talk 3

Economic growth, structural change, and transformation

Economic growth, structural change, and transformation

Instructor 3

Prof. Dr. Andreas Pyka

Professor of innovation economics

Talk 4

The Role of Technology in Contemporary Art Practices

The Role of Technology in Contemporary Art Practices

Instructor 4

Prof. Dr. James Green

Professor of Fine Art Mixed Media

Talk 4

AI models in health, education, and industries – achievements and challenges

AI models in health, education, and industries – achievements and challenges

Instructor 4

PROF. DR Andreas pester

Professor of Machine and Deep Learning, British University in Egypt

Talk 6

Understanding Smart Manufacturing as a Disruptive Innovation in Production

Understanding Smart Manufacturing as a Disruptive Innovation in Production

Instructor 4

Prof. Ashraf Sheta

Prof. Ashraf Sheta Founder and CEO of Ashraf Sheta Consultancy and Training, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship and Family Business, Egypt

Talk 6

The Entrepreneurial University: A Recipe for Transformation

The Entrepreneurial University: A Recipe for Transformation

Instructor 4

Prof. Heba Labib

Assistant Vice President of Innovation, Nile University, Egypt

Talk 6

Research Results to Industrial Reality : Weak Juncture and Missing Links

Research Results to Industrial Reality : Weak Juncture and Missing Links

Instructor 4

Prof. Alaa-Eldin M. Adris

Professor of Technology Management, Nile University; former Vice President for Strategy and Innovation at Nile University, Egypt

Talk 6

Linking Egyptian Entrepreneurs’ Personal Traits with Economic Growth

Linking Egyptian Entrepreneurs’ Personal Traits with Economic Growth

Instructor 4

Dr. Mohamed Abbas

Innovation and Entrepreneurship Consultant and Co-founder of the NilePreneurs, Egypt

Talk 10

The journey of The Global Entrepreneurship Ecosystem from Map to Platform

The journey of The Global Entrepreneurship Ecosystem from Map to Platform

Instructor 4

Dr. Eng. Nabil Shalaby

Founder and Chairman of Arab Entrepreneur House (ARENHO) and International Expert in Entrepreneurship and SMEs Development, Egypt