ATTENTION FIFTH-YEAR STUDENTS AT PHAROS UNIVERSITY IN ALEXANDRIA (PUA)

Transform Your Academic Career with an International Research Project!

We are thrilled to announce that Pharos University is partnering with the UK Association for Biotechnology and Computational Science (UKABCS) and its official industrial partner, Bioinformatics Gate Egypt, to bring fifth-year students an elite research project opportunity!

If you want your research experience to serve as a powerful launchpad for your career or postgraduate studies, this capacity-building program is designed for you.

 WHAT YOU WILL GAIN & CAREER BENEFITS

• AI & Bioinformatics Integration: Hands-on experience applying cutting-edge AI, computational research, and data science directly to modern biological and healthcare sciences.
• Advanced Toolkit Access: Gain practical access to professional research platforms, specialized software tools, and digital platforms.
• Academic & Technical Guidance: Dedicated double-layer supervision throughout your research project execution.
• International Publication & Conference Opportunities: Turn your project outcomes into scientific posters, conference entries, and published journal articles to make a real global impact.
• Market-Ready Career Portfolio: Develop high-demand skills in teamwork, scientific writing, and research design that directly elevate your CV for international scholarships, master’s programs, and industry roles.

ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS

To ensure high academic standing and success, candidates must meet the following criteria: (SUBMIT IN GROUPS OF 10 STUDENTS)

• Target Audience: Open to fifth-year students at Pharos University.
• Minimum GPA: 7 cumulative GPA (At least 4 members in the group should have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0).
• Language Proficiency: Minimum grade of “B1” in the English Language Test.
• Application Documents: Applicants must submit an updated CV and a Non-AI- generated Motivation Letter explaining their interest and suitability for the program.
• Prerequisite Program Registration: As required by the UKABCS program, selected students will register for an accredited prerequisite training track provided by Bioinformatics Gate Egypt prior to research project execution.
• Selection Process: Eligible candidates will undergo an initial screening based on their application documents, followed by a mandatory Interview.

INFO SESSION

Meeting link: Topic: UK ABCS grant

Time: Sep 19, 2026 12:00 PM Cairo

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87153785716?pwd=e0e1CpLMKgdeDmSzrUCoKz1C5T2Pfl.1

Meeting ID: 871 5378 5716

Passcode: 977830

HOW TO APPLY

Assemble your team of ten students, prepare your application detailing team members’ university emails, and academic background.

Registration Link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJtuaRP1o8IdJZlRysRK_1zR3b8HGt2F51vj_BRzzg25Rr0A/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Deadline: 25^th September 2026, 11:59 pm

For more info, contact: nesrine.saeed@pua.edu.eg

Limited spots available! Applications will be reviewed on a competitive basis following screening and interviews.

Take this step to build a research project that delivers real scientific impact and sets your career apart!

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