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Office No: G314
Extension. No.: 637

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Birth date : – 2/1/1960.
Religion : – Muslim.
Nationality : – Egyptian.
Gender : – Female.
Address : – 17 Mohamed Masoud St. Shoubra, Cairo.
Tel No. : – Home: (+202) 4574708.
Mob. : ( +2) 0122844171.

Academic degrees:

• B. Sc. Cairo University 1983.
• M. Sc. Cairo University 1993.
• Ph. D. Cairo University 1997.
• Assist. Consult of physiotherapy at GOTHI 2003.
• Consult of physiotherapy at GOTHI 2008.

Fields of Interest

Physical therapy in pediatric and its surgery.
Community services.
Researches activities.
Quality assurance.

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
· Lecture of PH.TH. at 6 October university	1998	2004
· Consultant in El Sahel teaching hospital	2008	Till now
· Vice dean of community services and environment in ph.th. faculty in pharos university	2011	2016

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities

Date

Academic experience

Supervision on the physical therapy student. (Cairo University and 6 October University) at physical therapy clinic in El Sahel teaching hospital.
Lecturer of Orthopedic course for the students of the second year of 6 October University.
Lecturer of Neurology and Neurosurgery course for the students of the fourth year of 6 October University.
Lecturer of Pediatric course for the students of the fourth year of 6 October University.
Prof. of physiotherapy at Faculty of Physical Therapy at Pharos University from 2011 till now.
Participation in the committee of the final oral and practical examination as external examiner of the students of the 4^th year of pediatric department, faculty of physical therapy, Cairo University from 2003 till now.
Participation in the committee of the final oral and practical examination as external examiner of the students of the 4^th year of pediatric department, faculty of physical therapy, Misr University for science and Technology from 2003 till now.
Participation in the committee of the final oral and practical examination as external examiner of the students of the 4^th year of pediatric department, faculty of physical therapy, 6^th October University from 2003 till now.
External supervisor for the following thesis:

-Chest physical therapy on mechanically ventilated neonate with respiratory distress syndrom.2013.

-Temperamental traits for infants and toddlers with rickets.2016.

1998

1999

2001

2011

External reviewer for the following thesis:

– Response of blood pressure to buteyko exercise in patients with essential

hypertension, 2015

-Effect of inspiratory muscle training on the diaphragmatic excursion post liver transplantation , 2013

-Response of hypertension to laser acupuncture in obese patients, 2011

Awards and Prizes

Awards & Prizes	Date
Honoring of physical therapy syndicate.	2010
Honoring of special Olympic committee.	2014
Honoring of Resala Association.	2014
Honoring of faculty of PH.TH. Cairo university.	2016
Honoring of community services and environment, Pharos University.	2017

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Lecturer of Pediatrics Physical Therapy

Office No: G 310
Extension. No.: 638

Short Biography
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Previous Experience

Short Biography

I graduated from faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Class 2003 then obtained the Master of Science degree from the department of Pediatrics Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University in 2010, then obtained The Ph. D. of Medical Applications of Laser from department of Medical Applications of Laser, National Institute of Enhanced Laser Sciences (NILES), Cairo University in 2018
The Ph. D. Thesis is concerned with management of pediatrics having neurological disorders with Physical Therapy and Laser. I started working physical therapist in Menoufia University’s hospitals in August 2005, then attached to Faculty of Physical Therapy, Pharos University, in December 2014 to be assistant lecturer to June 2014 then Pediatrics Physical Therapy Lecturer in June 2018.

Fields of Interest

Pediatric Physical Therapy
Lasers in Physical Therapy
Neuroscience
Pediatric Neurology

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
· Lecturer assistant	· 10/12/2014	· 13/6/2018
· Physical therapist	· 5/8/2005	· 9/12/2014

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Lecturer of physical therapy for burn and surgery

Office No: G 309

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Short Biography

I’m teaching different basic sciences related to my specialty for undergraduate students. As I’m an academic professional, this helps me to always update, revise and also recognize all newly released about sciences to get benefit from. Also, one of my duties, evaluating students’ educational projects about burn rehabilitation, post -surgery complication management ,wound care ,lymphedema management, oncology rehabilitation .All these duties enrich me scientifically and practical. Always searching literatures, articles, recent published papers and updating guidelines in evidence based practice

Fields of Interest

PT for burn
PT for surgery
PT for lymphedema
PT for wound healing

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Pharos University in Alexandria Teacher assistant in physical therapy faculty (2014-2017) Lecturer of Integumentary physical therapy from 2018 till now	February 2014	Until now
Alexandria Ayadi Al-Mostakbal Oncology Center (AAAOC) Rehabilitation for Breast Cancer (Lymphedema) and other oncology ,delayed wound healing ,post oncology rehabilitation and hematological cases.	September 2011	2015
*Future medical center for oncology* Rehabilitation for Breast Cancer (Lymphedema) and other oncology, delayed wound healing and orthopedic cases.	*April 2011*	*January 2012*
Ras Elteen puplic hospital Physiotherapist for wound care, sport injuries, ICU , burn ,orthopedic conditions, neurological conditions rehabilitation	September 2007	January 2014

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities	Date
Lecture in AWS post mestectomy surgery conference day in MTI	1/11/2019

Awards and Prizes

Awards & Prizes	Date
The best research in surgery conference day in MTI	1/11/2019

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Assistant Professor in Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Pharous University

Office No.: G314
Extension. No.: 637

Short Biography
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Previous Experience

Short Biography

Assistant Professor in Physical Therapy, Department of Women’s Health, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University & Chairman of Physical therapy department at Dar el Salam hospital at Damanhur

Fields of Interest

osteoporosis
Women’s Health
Electrotherapy
Therapeutic exercise
rehabilitation programs

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Assistant Professor in Physical Therapy	29/3/2018	present
Lecturer in Physical Therapy	26/12/2012	28/3/2018
Assistant lecture in Physical Therapy	22-9-2007	25/12/2012
Instructor in Physical Therapy	11-2-2002	21-9-2007

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Lecturer of Internal medicine

Office No.: G 208
Extension. No.: 545

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• M.B.Ch.B. , Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University February 1981
• Master of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University. June 1986
• PH.D. degree in Public Health ( Tropical ) from High Institute of
Public Health , Alexandria University. April 2016

Fields of Interest

Cardiology
Rheumatology
Internal medicine
Intensive care unit

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Worked in Alexandria University Hospitals.	1981	1983
Worked in Internal Medicine Department of Gamal Abdel Nasser Hospital.	1983	1985
Worked at The Ministry of Health in Qatar.	1986	1995
Consultant of Internal Medicine in Alexandria Student’s Hospital	1995	2007
-General Manager of Medical Treatment affairs at Student’s Hospital, Alexandria University – Consultant of Internal medicine at Student’s Hospital, Alexandria University	2007	2009
– General Manager of the polyclinics for Student’s Hospital, Alexandria University. – Consultant of Internal medicine at Student’s Hospital, Alexandria University	2009	2016
-Giving lectures in Health Education Programmers. – Giving lectures in Prevention Medicine. – Giving lectures in Occupational Health.	2009	2009
lecturer of Internal medicine – Department of Internal medicine, Pharos University in Alexandria, Egypt.	2016	Till now

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities	Date
1. Annual scientific conference of the Egyptian group diabetes	1-3 November 2006
2. Annual scientific conference of the Egyptian group hepatic disease	2008
3. Public health and infectious disease conference	1997
4. Medical education through video conference course entitled Diabetes update 2007	2007
5. Annual conference of pan Arab society of international cardiology	2006
6. 2^nd joint meeting of Egyptian society of endocrinology and obesity with American association of clinical endocrinologists	2008

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Lecturer

Office No.: 310
Extension. No.: 638

Short Biography
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Scientific Activities

Short Biography

– 2014: PHD degree in department of Physical Therapy for Cardiovascular/Respiratory Disorders and Geriatrics, Faculty of physical therapy, Cairo University, Thesis title “Cupping Therapy Versus Anaerobic Exercise on Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetic Patients “.
– 2007: Master degree in department of Physical Therapy for Cardiovascular/Respiratory Disorders and Geriatrics, Faculty of physical therapy, Cairo University, Thesis title “Effect of aerobic exercise on liver enzyme in fatty liver patient “.
– 1999: Bachelor Degree of Physical therapy, Faculty of physical Therapy Cairo University.
– 2015: Vocational diploma in Applied Nutrition Services, Open Education center, Cairo University.
– August 2015: Attendance in the training of teaching quality done/ at Pharos University for one month.
–

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Head of Department of Physical Therapy in General Hospital of Berket Al-Saba.	From 2006	August 2015
Lecture of physical therapy for internal medicine and geriatrics; faculty of physical therapy; Pharos University.	September 2015	till now

Scientific Activities

Attend the 17 international scientific conference faculty of physical therapy Cairo University under the title of Empowering disability Cairo Egypt 10th 11th march 2016.
Attend Physical therapy life style conference Qalubia physical therapy syndicate 6 May 2016.
Preparation and organization of the conference “New era in obesity problems and management” Menofia 5-6 June 2015.
Preparation and organization of the conference “lumbar disc prolapse Menofia 2 October 2015.
Preparation and organization of the conference Workshop in movement impairment diagnosis and treatment for frozen shoulder Menofia 3o march 2018
Preparation and organization of the conference Workshop in movement impairment diagnosis and treatment for frozen shoulder Menofia 3o march 2018
Attendance 18 th International Scientific Conference of faculty of physical therapy Cairo University Conrad Hotel 16-17 March 2017.
Attendance Update weight control conference Conrad Hotel 23-24 February May 2016

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Lecturer

Office No.: 208
Extension. No.: 545

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Short Biography

Demonstrator of Biochemistry, faculty of science (2002-2005)
Lecturer ass. of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Egypt (2005–2009).
Director of quality control unit at the family medicine center at the ministry of health
(2011-2015)
Lecturer of biochemistry, Faculty of physical therapy , pharos University, Egypt (2015-2019).

Fields of Interest

-The study of enzyme inhibition by newly synthesized structures for the establishment of biologically active compounds important for drug design or medicinal chemistry.
-The study of enzymatic variation and some signaling pathways in some diseases such as Diabetes mellitus.
-The characterization of the enzyme in patients and healthy individuals is studied in a whole investigation of biomarkers of a parasitic or hereditary disease.
-The detection of the biochemical changes occurring is parasitic diseases such as schistosomiasis and faschioliasis by studying the characterization of many different enzymes in these diseases. This includes the study of enzymes involved in biological oxidation and cell signaling.

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
· Demonstrator of Biochemistry, faculty of science	2002	2005
· Lecturer ass. of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Egypt	2005	2009
·Director of quality control unit at the family medicine center at the ministry of health	2011	2015
· Lecturer of biochemistry, Faculty of physical therapy , pharos University, Egypt	2015	2019

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities

Date

·Participate in community research

·Participate in the organization of scientific conferences in faculty of science

·2015/2018

·2011/2015

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Lecturer

Office No.: G309
Extension. No.: 635

Short Biography
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Short Biography

Dr.Nehal Mahmoud Ahmed, is currently a Biochemistry lecturer in Faculty of Physical Therapy, Pharos University in Alexandria, Egypt. In 2018 received PhD in Applied Medical Chemistry from Applied Medical Chemistry Department, Medical Research Institute, Alexandria University .PhD thesis title was;” Molecular Study on the Gene Expression of Vitamin D Receptor and
MicroRNAs in Egyptian Breast Cancer Female Pateints “. In 2013, received Master’s degree in Applied Medical Chemistry from Applied Medical Chemistry Department, Medical Research Institute, Alexandria University received Master’s degree in. Master’s thesis title was;” Study of Serum 25- hydroxyvitamin D in Egyptian Breast cancer females “.In 2008
got Diploma of Biotechnology, from Institute of Graduate studies and Research , Alexandria University. In 2006,got Bioanalytical chemistry diploma,Faculty of science Alexandria University In 2005 Got bachelor degree of Chemistry -Biochemistry Department “Very Good with distinction honor”, from Faculty of Science, Alexandria University

Fields of Interest

Molecular biology
Cancer research
Signaling pathways in malignancy
Breast cancer research
Role of vitamins in cancer.
Role of miRNAs in cancer

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities :

Conferences attended
• The 15th conference of Medical Research Institute 2009 Advances in Medical Research:From molecular medicine to clinical application.
• The 2nd Intrnational Scientific Conference for Syndicate of Medical Laboratory Specialists&The society of Pathological Biochemistry and Blood Research.7,March 2014-Faculty of Medicine-Alexandria University
• The 6th international and 18th annual conference of Medical Research Institute 2014. Multidisciplinary Approach in Cancer Management.
• The 1st Annual Conference of Laboratories of Ministry of Health and Population.Alexandria Decorate. “Community Based Laboratory Practice Conference” September 28th -29th ,2016 Hilton Corniche Alexandria.
• The 5th international scientific conference for medical laboratory specialists. 28,October 2016-Faculty of Medecine-Alexandria University.
• The 4th International Conference Of Chemical Pathology Department, Medical Research Institute, Alexandria University.22-23 February 2019.

Posters in international Conferences

• Molecular Study on the Gene Expression of Vitamin D Receptor and MicroRNAs in Egyptian Breast Cancer Female Pateints. Nehal M Abu-Samra 1,Mona M Rashad2, Nadia A Abd El Moneim 3, Sanaa S Mostafa 4 , Maher A Kamel 5 . Poster presentation in The 6th International Euro-Meditterranean Conference & Expo Life Sciences Pharma&Biomedicine(BioNat-6)

• Nadia Ahmed Abd El Moneim, Taha Ismail Mahmoud Hewala , Mona Rashad , Yousria Moussa , Nehal Abu-Samra , Medhat Anwar The role of serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D, ionized calcium and phosphorus in breast cancer females: A case-control study.Poster presentation in NCI 45 years against Cancer in Egypt.Updates on Breast and GIT Cancer , National Cancer Institute,Cairo.
,Egypt. 3-5 April , 2013.

Workshops attended
• References Management System. Faculty and Leadership Development Center –Alexandria University.May 2017
• Competitive Research Projects. Faculty and Leadership Development Center –Alexandria University.May 2017
• Use of International Database. Faculty and Leadership Development Center –Alexandria University.May2017
• Biological Fluid Examination And Clinical Application.Medical Technology Center .Medical Research Institute -Alexandria University February 28th 2019

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Lecturer

Office No.: G309
Extension. No.: 634

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Short Biography

She graduated from Alexandria medical school Faculty of Medicine grated in 1994. In 2001 she finished her Master in Chemical Pathology. In 2006 she sfinished the United States Medical licensing examination USMLE.in 2007 she worked as manager of Chemical Pathology laboratory in Mabarat Asafra Hospitals, Academia branch. After finishing her PHD in Chemical Pathology she joined Pharos University ,Alexandria.

Fields of Interest

Clinical Chemistry
Genetics
Immunology
Community disesase and their normal values

Previous Experience

Position

Starting Date

Ending Date

· Manger, laboratory (Pharos Lab – Victoria branch).

· Manger, chmical lab, (Mabarat Al Asafra hospitals- Academy branch).

· 2011

· 2007

· 2013

· 2010

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities

Date

Membership

· Egyptian Medical Syndicate.

· Egyptian Society for Laboratory Medicine

· Egyptian Association of Health care Quality & Patient Safety.

· TOT(Traing of trainee)

· 1994

· 2001

· 2016

· 2018

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Lecturer

Office No.: 310
Extension. No.: 638

Short Biography
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-Ph degree on psychological health in El Monofya University.
It’s subject ( the effectiveness of instructional program based on the theory of concentrating around the client to alleviate the future concern for the university student)
-Master degree on education specialized in psychological health in El Monofya University with general grade Excellent 2007.
It’s subject (the predictive factors in the psychological unit for the case study of the blind and normal teenagers “predictive therapeutic study “).
-professional diploma in the education specialized in education for disabled people in Alexandria university with general grade very good 2000 .
-Special diploma in Education (preparatory year for master’s degree Alexandria University , Damanhor Branch with general grade : good in 1999.
-General diploma in Education in Alexandria University , Damanhor Branch with general grade good in 1998.
-Bachelor of arts in psychology department in Alexandria University 1981 .
– Diploma in Autism from the American Academy of Open Education in cooperation with Cairo University in 2011.
– Attend the training courses in the computer and obtain a degree of excellence in the computer to register a doctorate.
– Certificate in English proficiency. TOEFL
– Diploma of rehabilitation with special needs (measurement and development skills).
– Attend training courses in the field of communication.
– Diploma in communication.

Fields of Interest

1-Areas of research in mental health.

2 – Areas of research in disabilities and syndromes.

3-Learning and communication difficulties.

4- Environmental service.

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
1-Teaching special courses in Cairo University training programs.	2011	2013
2-Member of the teaching staff of the Institute of Social Service to teach materials of psychology and mental health.	2015	2016
3-Member of the teaching staff of the Labor University for Behavioral Sciences.	2014	2016

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities	Date
• Conference on the issues of learning difficulties in the Arab world, Faculty of Education in Aswan (Hanan Darwish Foundation for people with special needs on.	· 19-20 Jan 2013
• Recent trends in psychology studies “New Valley”.	4/4/2015
• The role of psychology in the economic and technological renaissance headed by the governor.	28/3/2015
• Thirty-fifth Annual Conference of Psychology in Egypt entitled “Care for Individuals with Disabilities”	16-19 Oct 2018

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Professor/ Dean

Office No.: 324
Extension. No.: 517

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Previous Experience

Short Biography

-Acting Director of the Department of Basic Sciences: 30/9/2013 till now (Misr University for Science and Technology)
-Professor, Department of Basic Sciences: 10/10/2018 till now (Misr University for Science and Technology)
-Assistant Professor, Department of Basic Sciences: 29/9/2013 till now (Misr University for Science and Technology)
-Acting Vice-Dean for Graduate Studies and Research: 22/6/2016 to 30/9/2016
-Acting Vice Dean for Education and Students Affairs: 1/3/2015 until 30/9/2016
-Dean of the College 1/3/2016 until 30/5/2016
-Lecturer at the Department of Basic Sciences: 18/7/2007 – 28/9/2013 (Egypt University of Science and Technology)
-Assistant Lecturer, Department of Basic Sciences: 30/9/2000 – 17/7/2007 (Misr University for Science and Technology)
-Basic Science Department: April 1999 – June 2000 (Cairo University)

Fields of Interest

Therapeutic exercises
Hydrotherapy
Electrotherapy

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Vice Dean for students and education	3/2015	10/2016
Vice Dean for graduate studies and reserch	6/2016	10/2016
Head of basic science department	9/2013	3/2019

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Anatomy Professor

Office No.: 313
Extension. No.: 636

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Awards and Prizes

Short Biography

1. M.B.Ch.B. Bachelor of medicine and surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Alexandria in November 1974 with “very good with honors”.
2. M.S. Master of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Alexandria, in November 1979 with “Excellent”.
3. Ph.D. Philosopher Doctor of Anatomy and Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Alexandria in April 1985.
• Professor In Anatomy Department , Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University since 29 / 8 / 1995
• General and special anatomical lectures for both under and postgraduate dental students of Alex & BAU.
• General anatomical lectures for undergraduate pharmaceutical students of Alex & BAU.
• General anatomical lectures for the faculty of medical nursing students of Alex.
• General anatomical lectures for the Faculty of health science students in Beirut.
• Musculo-skeletal anatomy of the whole human body including Neuro-anatomy for the 1st and 2nd year physio-therapy students of Pharos University – Alex – Egypt.

Fields of Interest

Dermtoglyphics

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Alex university	1978	2000
Visitor teacher for Tripoli University	1989	1992
Visitor professor for BAU	2000	2015
Professor of Anatomy – Pharos U.	2016	Till now.

Scientific Activities

7 researches for assistant professor.
14 Researches for professor.
Anatomical study of the posterolateral corner of the knee joint. The Egyptian journal of medical sciences (June 2008) volume 29 (1).
Morphological study of right coronary artery. International journal of anatomy and research. 2015 volume 3 (3): 1362-1370.
Dermatoglyphic patterns among Lebanese medical students of BAU. International journal of anatomy and research. 2017; 5(4.2): 4546-4552.

Awards and Prizes

Achieved ECDL for 2006: IT- data management skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Excel, Access, Word, Power point and Adobe Photoshop CS6.
Participation in International Medical Conference.
E-Learning Workshop.
Problem Based Learning Workshop.
Recent Advances in Pharmaceutical Research.
The first international congress on Organ and Tissue Procurement.
Certificate from Dean of Faculty of Medicine of BAU by end of 2015.
Certificate from Head of Academic department of BAU by end of 2015.
International university ranking – workshop Pharos 18/4/2017.

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Lecturer of Physics

Office No.: G 208
Extension. No.: 545

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Awards and Prizes

Short Biography

• Bachelor of Science (2004-2008), Faculty of Science, Alexandria University.
• Master degree in Physics 2012, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University.
• Ph.D., in Physics (2017), Faculty of Science, Alexandria University.

Fields of Interest

• Experimental and Theoretical Computation of Gamma-ray Detector Efficiency.
• Radionuclide Metrology: Environmental Measurements.
• Accurate Processing of Gamma- and X-ray Spectra.
• Analysis and Modeling of Experimental Radiation Physics Data

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
I Work As a part time lecturer Assistant in Physics Department, Faculty of Faculty of Science, Alexandria University.	2011	2012
lecturer Assistant – Department of Basic science, Pharos University in Alexandria, Egypt.	October 2013	May 2017
lecturer of physics – Department of Basic science, Pharos University in Alexandria, Egypt.	May 2017	Till now

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities	Date
1. Ionizing Radiation Protection Training Program in Dr. Younis. S. Selim laboratory for Radiation Physics, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University	January 2011
2. The Fourth Arab International Conference in Physics and Materials Science, Alexandria, Egypt.	1-3 October, 2012.
3. The First International Conference on Radiation Physics and Its Applications (ICRPA-1) Alexandria, Egypt.	11-14 April 2015.
4. Member at the project “Developing of the Radiation Physics Laboratory for Radiation and Nuclear Researches and funded by the Science & Technology Development Fund STDF-Ministry of Scientific Research.	2017

Awards and Prizes

Awards & Prizes	Date
1- Certificate of appreciation from pharos university awarded for recognizing the outstanding scientific publications during the period 2013-2017 in Scopus database	October 2018

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professor

Office No.: 313

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Awards and Prizes

Short Biography

• Ashraf Ramadan Hafez Ibraheem has B.Sc of physical Therapy, May 1989, Master degree of orthopaedic Physical Therapy, 1997, Doctoral Degree of orthopaedic Physical Therapy,2002, Faculty of physical therapy Cairo University. I work as a professor in pharos university and worked in different universities as deraya, cairo, and king saud universities, and also as a director of physical therapy in hospital Management . Editorial board and reviewer in 22 different Journal e.g. OJTR( open journal of therapy and rehabilitation)( indexed and impacted journal) , published 35 papers in different Journals with different impact factors e.g. J Sports Med Phys Fitness. ( high impacted factor, Elsevier, scopus and Thomson), supervisors and member of Committee discussion in different thesis. I share and attend in 27 Conferences, 27 seminars, 16 workshops, and 8 courses in Higher Education and Graduate Studies. 5 Discussion of thesises. 4 Supervision of thesises. 2 review books.
Professional Experience
• Consultant and Professor at Cairo University hospitals, from 2013 till 2015.
• prof. and head of orthopaedic physical therapy department in faculty of physical therapy, deraya university from 2015 .
• Acting as Dean in faculty of physical therapy, deraya university in summer semester 2016.
• Vice Dean of education and students affairs of faculty of physical therapy, deraya university from 2016 to 2017.
• Then, prof. and head of orthopaedic physical therapy department in faculty of physical therapy, deraya university from 2017 till now.
• prof. of orthopaedic physical therapy department in faculty of physical therapy, Pharos university from 2019 .
Research published, Conferences: \ seminars, Workshops, Courses and books.
• Editorial board and reviewer in 22 different Journal e.g. OJTR( open journal of therapy and rehabilitation)( indexed and impacted journal) , published 35 papers in different Journals with different impact factors e.g. J Sports Med Phys Fitness. ( high impacted factor, Elsevier, scopus and Thomson), supervisors and member of Committee discussion in different thesis. I share and attend in 27 Conferences, 27 seminars, 16 workshops, and 8 courses in Higher Education and Graduate Studies. 5 Discussion of thesises. 4 Supervision of thesises. 2 review books.

Fields of Interest

• Orthopedic, Physical Therapy
• Sport Medicine
• Muscle-Skeletal Disorder
• Back Pain

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Lecture at Cairo University hospitals.	from 2002.	to 2008
Chairman of the physical therapy department, at Cairo University hospitals.	from 2002.	to 2008
Assistant Professor at Cairo University hospitals.	from 2008.	to 2009
Associated Professor at King Saud University, Faculty of Applied Medical.	Science 2009.	till 2012
Associated Professor at Salman bin Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Applied Medical .	Science 2012.	till 2013
Consultant, Professor, and Chairman of the physical therapy department, at Cairo University hospitals.	from 2013.	2015
prof. and head of orthopaedic physical therapy department in faculty of physical therapy, deraya university.	from 2015 .	2015
Acting as Dean in faculty of physical therapy, deraya university in summer semester.	2016.	2017
Vice Dean of education and students affairs of faculty of physical therapy, deraya university.	from 2016.	to 2017
Then, prof. and head of orthopaedic physical therapy department in faculty of physical therapy, deraya university	from 2017.	till 2018
prof. of orthopaedic physical therapy department in faculty of physical therapy, Pharos university.	from 2019 .	till now

Scientific Activities

• Editorial board and reviewer in OJTR( open journal of therapy and rehabilitation)

• One of editorial board and reviewer in Physical Medicine 2016and Rehabilitation International journal

• One of editorial board and reviewer in American Research Journal of Orthopedics and Traumatology.

• One of editorial board and reviewer in Academician Research center of Orthopedics.

• One of editorial board and reviewer in Biomedical Research and Clinical Practice

• One of editorial board and reviewer in Journal of Clinical Medicine and Therapeutics

• One of editorial board and reviewer in MOJ Sports Medicine

• One of editorial board and reviewer in SciFed Journal of Addiction Therapy

• One of editorial board and reviewer in SciFed Journal of Ophthalmology

• One of editorial board and reviewer in Annual Research & Review in Biology – SCIENCEDOMAIN international

• One of editorial board and reviewer in Journal of Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation & Disabilities

• One of editorial board and reviewer in Journal of “Integrative Trauma and Emergency Medicine”

• One of editorial board and reviewer in Journal of Neuroscience and Neurosurgery

• One of editorial board and reviewer in Journal of Advances in Investigational Pharmacology and Therapeutic Medicine

• One of Editorial Board member for the Virology & Immunology Journal.

• One of Editorial Board member for the Orthopedics & Bone Disorders (JOBD)Journal.

• One of Editorial Board member for the Journal of Orthopaedics and Bone Research

• One of Editorial Board member for the Journal of Infectious Diseases & Travel Medicine (JIDTM)

• One of Editorial Board member for the Journal of Advances in Pharmacology & Clinical Trials (APCT)

• One of Editorial Board member for the International Journal of Obesity and Nutritional Science
• One of Editorial Board member for the Orthopaedics Open Access Open Journal
• Reviewer in International Journal of Medical Research & Health Sciences (IJMRHS)
• Reviewer in Medical Journal of Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth.
• published 35 papers in different Journals with different impact factors e.g. J Sports Med Phys Fitness. ( high impacted factor 2,208, Elsevier, scopus and Thomson)

Awards and Prizes

Master Thesis: Scientific Innovation documented at the National Research Institute in Cairo

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Job Title: Lecturer at faculty of physical therapy pharos university

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Short Biography

I was started worked as a demonstrator for physical therapy at 2 February 2013 then I had being an assistant lecturer at June 2015 I was worked as a lecturer of physical therapy in pharos university at September 2019.
My first publication was in international conference of primary health care in Dubai then I had publication in international polish journal for physical therapy finally I have an article in first international conference for physical therapy delta university

Fields of Interest

Women’s health physical therapy

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Demonstrator	2/2013	6/2015
Assistant lecturer	6/2015	9/2019
Lecturer	17/9/2019	Till now

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities	Date
· International conference of primary health care in Dubai (participated with a poster) DOI: 10.4172/2167-1079.C1.003 https://www.omicsonline.org/2167-1079/2167-1079-PrimaryHealthCare-2016_Posters-Accepted-Abstracts.digital/#6	25-27/4/2016
· International conference of faculty of physical therapy delta university (participated with an article)	19-20/10/2019
· International polish journal for physiotherapy (publication an article) http://fizjoterapiapolska.pl/article/effect-of-visceral-decongestion-of-true-pelvis-on-primary-dysmenorrhea/	19/10/2019

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Job Title: Lecturer of physical therapy

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Lecturer of physical therapy pharos university

PhD Degree in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University 2019.

1^st author of a paper published on bioscience research journal, 2018 15 (4): 3367-3372.

Fields of Interest

Cervical disorder & back pain osteopathy

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Physical Therapist At Egyptian ministry of health Hospitals Egypt.	2003	2019
Head of physical therapy department KFS hospital	2014	2019

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities	Date
· 1^st author of a paper published on bioscience research journal, 2018 15 (4): 3367-3372.	2018

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Job Title: Associate professor Faculty of Physical Therapy

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EDUCATION:

Cairo University:

♠ Doctoral Degree (PhD) – Physical Therapy (Effect of obesity on planter pressure

and kinematic knee pattern in adult) (Faculty of Physical Therapy 2011)

♠ Master’s degree – Physical Therapy (The most effective TENS mode on chronic

low back dysfunction patients) (Faculty of Physical Therapy Cairo univ.2007)

♠ B.Sc. –Physical Therapy (Faculty of Physical Therapy 2000)

Associate professor Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo university

Fields of Interest

Chronic neurological conditions (stroke, spinal cord injuries and Parkinsonism)
Neuroplasticity following spinal cord injury in humans.
Low back dysfunction; assessment, treatment, back proprioceptive deficits and proprioceptive training.
Parkinson disease; assessment, rehabilitation, freezing of gait and gait training by cueing.
Adapted physical activity, aerobic fitness, autonomic dysreflexia, temperature regulation, cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation and oxidative stresses.
Obesity controle, 3D motion and gait analysis.
Pediatric rehabilitation.

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
1-Associate professor Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo university	2016	2019
2- Assistant professor in the Faculty of Applied Medical Science Physical Therapy department – Najran University Kingdom Saudi Arabia	2013	2016

Scientific Activities

♠ The most effective TENS mode on chronic low back dysfunction patients.

♠ Effect of obesity on planter pressure and kinematic knee pattern in adult.

♠ Effect of cavitation versus abdominal exercise on abdominal obese subjects.

♠ Efficacy of Kinsotape versus Phonophresis on mechanical neck dysfunction.

♠ Effects of continuous vs intermittent exercise on lipid profile in obese children.

♠ Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation and Bladder Control in Monosymptomatic Nocturnal Enuresis.

♠ Effect of Cavitations Radiofrequency versus Mesotherapy on obese Subjects.

♠ Cryolipolysis Versus Laser Lipolysis on Adolescent Abdominal Adiposity.

♠ Autogenic inhibition versus Reciprocal Inhibition Techniques on Spastic Children.

♠ Shock Wave Versus Phonophoresis on Mechanical Neck dysfunction.

♠ Efficacy of Biofeedback and Precautenous Tibial Nerve Stimulation on Functional Fecal Incontinence in Children.

♠ Myofascial Trigger Points Distribution Pattern in Patients Post Total Knee Replacement

♠ Effect of locomotor training with a robotic-gait orthosis (lokomat) In Spasticity

Modulation of Spastic Hemiplegic Children.

♠ Biofeedback on Fecal Incontinence After Anorectal Malformations Repair: Effects

Through Four Months.

Awards and Prizes

Ministry of Health and Population Central Administration of therapeutic Medicine General Administration of Physical Therapy for Work as a lecturer in the training course under the title ( New Era in physiotherapy for sports injuries and EMG ) from 14\10\2017 to 15\11\2017
Ministry of Health and Population Central Administration of therapeutic Medicine General Administration of Physical Therapy for Work as a lecturer in the training course under the title ( Evidence based orthopedic manual therapy – Mckenzie and Mulligan ) from 20\5\2017 to 15\6\2017
* Cairo University award for international publication upon researches published in 2015.
* Cairo University award for international publication upon researches published in 2016.

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Lecturer

Office No: G 306

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• My name is Aliaa Mohamed Elabd. I am 32 years old. I am working as a lecturer at basic science department, faculty of physical therapy, Pharos University. I have earned PhD in physical therapy from faculty of physical therapy, cairo university in 2020

Fields of Interest

• Posture
• Spinal pain
• biomechanics

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Assistant teacher, pharos university	· 2015	· 2020
Hourly paid demonstrator, October 6 university	· 2011	· 2013
Physical therapist, ministry of health	· 2010

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities	Date
19^th international conference of faculty of physical therapy, cairo university	· 3-2018
20^th international conference of faculty of physical therapy, cairo university	· 4-2019
1^st international conference of faculty of physical therapy, Delta university for science and technology	· 10-2010

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Lecturer

Office No: G 310

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 Doctoral degree (2019) Cairo University department of P.T. for cardiovascular, respiratory disorder and geriatrics General Grade :Very Good

 Master degree(2015) General Grade : Very Good

 Diploma of clinical Nutrition (2010)

I’m seeking a position as a lecture of physical therapy that will expand my (education/ skills/knowledge) and utilize it to strengthen the institution’s operations

Fields of Interest

• Physical therapy for Cardiovascular disorders

• Physical therapy for pulmonary diseases

• Physical therapy for Geriatrics

• Scientific research

• Quality assurance

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Senior physiotherapist at El Sahel teaching hospital	2011	———–
Lecturer of P.T. for internal medicine & geriatrics(PUA) as part-time	February 2020	July2020

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities
International Publication: “The effect of lung flute training on functional capacity in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease” Bioscience Research , 2018 15(4):3786-3793
§ Editor in Science Research Association
SCIREA “Journal of Health”
§ Reviewer in “Issues in Scientific Research” ISR

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Lecturer

Fields of Interest
Previous Experience

Fields of Interest

1- New Physical Therapy techniques for Muscloskeletal disorders patients.

2- Role of Physical Therapy after Orthopaedic surgery.

3- Rehabilitation of Sport Injury clients.

4- Finding out Scientific Conclusion in Practice by using research evidence in Muscloskeletal disorders field.

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Demonstrator in P.T department for orthopaedic and sport injuries PUA.	9/2011	1/2016
Assistant lecturer in P.T department for orthopaedic and sport injuries PUA.	2/2016	8/2020
Lecturer in P.T department for orthopaedic and sport injuries PUA.	17/9/2020	till now

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Lecturer

Short Biography
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Short Biography

• My name is Amal Youssef, I’m 32 years old, and I’m working as a lecturer at the department of Physical Therapy for Pediatrics and its surgery- Faculty of Physical Therapy- Pharos University in Alexandria.

• I’m graduated from Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University since 2009. I got my master degree in the field of Pediatric Physical Therapy in 2015 and also my Ph.D. degree from Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University in 2020.

Fields of Interest

• Physical Therapy for Pediatrics

• Postural assessment

• Postural deviations

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Senior Physical Therapist at Pediatric Specialized hospital- Cairo Univeristy.	· 6/2011	· 19/10/2013
Demonstrator at the Department of Physical Therapy for Pediatrics- Pharos University in Alexandria.	· 20/10/2013	· 19/1/2016
Assistant Lecturer at the Department of Physical Therapy for Pediatrics- Pharos University in Alexandria.	· 20/1/2016	· 28/9/2020

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities	Date
1. Basic Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy Diagnosis and Treatment at Mansoura Medical Center, with Dr. Mohamed Abu Bakr Ahmed, BSC P.T Dip OMPT. CMP.	1. From24.01.2012 to 27.01.2012.
2. Radiosonography Course, at Main Conference hall, Kasr AlAini, with Prof.Dr.Mamdouh Mahfouz, Professor of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University.	2. From 21.12.2009 to 16.2.2010.
3. Basic Nutrition and Diet Therapy for Physical Therapy, 2009, at Om El-Masreen General Hospital, with Prof.Dr. Salah Abo Raya, under supervision of General Physical Therapy Syndicate (GPTS).	3. 2009
4. Manual Orthopedic Physical Therapy Assessment, at El-Zawya General Hospital , with Dr.Mohamed Abu bakr	4. From 17.10.2009 to 19.10.2009.
5. Stress and anger management with Prof.Dr. Tarek Molukhia at Pharos University in Alexandria (P.U.A), D 019 Hall 2.	5. 18th of December 2015.
6. Motivation and Feedback with Dr. Maged Wasfy at Pharos University in Alexandria (P.U.A), D 019 Hall 1.	6. 16.12.2015.
7. The 12th International Scientific Conference of Faculty of Physical Therapy at Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel, Dream Land, 6th October City.	7. From 05.03.2009 to 06.03.2009.
8. 1st scientific Conference of Neuromuscular Disorders and its Surgery Department, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University Under Title ‘Basic Strategies for Stroke Rehabilitation, at Kasr AlAini.	8. 08.04.2009.
9. 1st Scientific Conference of Department of Physical Therapy for Disturbance of Growth and Development in Children and its Surgery Under Slogan’ Pediatric Physical Therapy Under Quality Assurance System’ at Cairo University Conference Hall.	9. 03.12.2008.
10. The 11th International Scientific Conference of Faculty of Physical Therapy under Title ‘Physical Therapy and the Art of Caring ‘at Pyramisa Hotel, Dokki, Giza.	10. From 06.03.2008 to 07.03.2008.
11. The 1st scientific conference of Alexandria Physical Therapy Syndicate under the title of “Role of Physical Therapy in Pediatric Disabilities” at Hilton Alexandria green plaza.	11. 18th of September 2015.
12. An online course under the title “Physiotherapy for the cerebral palsy”.	12. 7^th October 2016.
13. A workshop on Hands on proper word formatting at Education Development Center (EDC) at Pharos University in Alexandria.	13. 2016- 2017.
14. 22 ESEO Annual international congress of the Egyptian society of endocrinology and obesity at Hilton green plaza hotel, Alexandria, Egypt.	14. 1-2 May 2019.
15. 6^th Annual Delta Diabetes Association international conference (DDA 2019) at Cairo Marriott Hotel.	15. 24-26 July, 2019.
16. The Rhinology platform for scientific interaction and continuous medical education (RHINOALEX 2019) at Sheraton Al Montazah- Alexandria.	16. 28- 29 July, 2019.

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Professor of physical therapy, Cairo University – KFS University

Prof. Dr. Amr Abo Gazia – Professor of physical therapy, Cairo University – KFS University

Office No: G 324
Extension. No: 3517

Short Biography
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Previous Experience
Scientific Activities

Short Biography

Prof. Dr. Amr Abogazia, professor of Physical Therapy, I am graduated from faculty of physical therapy, Cairo University in 1998 to be a demonstrator at Basic Science department, I achieved M.Sc. In 2004 and Ph.D. in 2009. In 2013 act as chairman of Basic Science department, Faculty of Physical Therapy, KFS University, in 2015 I achieved the degree of Assistant professor then in 2020 achieved the degree of Professor.

Fields of Interest

EMG
Nerve conduction velocity
Electrotherapy foundations and techniques
Evaluation techniques in physical therapy
Recent techniques in rehabilitation process
Neurodevelopmental technique in physical therapy
Recent techniques in therapeutic exercises

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Dean of Faculty Of Physical Therapy, Pharos University In Alexandria
Vice dean of education and student affairs at Faculty of physical therapy, Kafr El-Sheikh university
Vice Dean of Graduate studies and Research at Faculty of physical therapy, Kafr El-Sheikh university
Vice Dean of Students Affairs at faculty of physical therapy Delta University
Chairman of Basic Science Dep.
at Faculty of physical therapy Kafr El-Sheikh university
Professor at faculty of physical therapy cairo university and Kafr El-Sheikh university

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities

Date

– Member of the committee to review the internal regulations for the bachelor’s degree with a credit-hour system – Faculty of Physiotherapy, Kafr El-Sheikh University– Member of the Internal Regulation Review Committee for the Undergraduate Stage – Faculty of Medicine, Kafr El-Sheikh University– Member of the Internal Regulations Review Committee for the Bachelor’s Degree with Credit Hours System – Faculty of Dentistry, Kafr El-Sheikh University
– Member of the committee to review the proposed regulation for the intensive nursing program for those with a first university degree at the Faculty of Nursing, Kafrelsheikh University

Member of the Education and Student Affairs Council, Kafr El-Sheikh University

Member of the Board of Graduate Studies and Research Affairs, Kafr El-Sheikh University

– Head of the Programs and Courses Committee at the Faculty of Physiotherapy, Kafr El-Sheikh University

– Member of the committee formed on behalf of Prof. Dr. Dean of the college to select leaders in the governorate

Rapporteur of the Scientific Committee of the Sub-Syndicate of Physiotherapy in Kafr El-Sheikh
Participation in the establishment of a unit for prosthetic devices and prosthetics at the Faculty of Physiotherapy– Adviser to the Scientific Committee at Kafrelsheikh University for the year 2017/2018
– Supervising the establishment of the scientific library of the Faculty of Physiotherapy, Kafr El-Sheikh University

Establishing and supervising the equipment of outpatient clinics at the Faculty of Physiotherapy, Kafr El-Sheikh University

Get the following training courses

Competitive research projects

The training program for applying study regulations and control

SPSS statistical analysis

– Advanced power point

– Strategic Planning

– professional behavior

University administration

Self-evaluation of higher education institutions

– Internet

– Word

– Windows

– Decision making and problem solving

Participate in and organize the following courses:

– Histology conference at the Faculty of Medicine, Kafr El-Sheikh University, entitled

Basic Techniques of stem cells isolation and tissue culture

– The International Conference of the Diabetes Association at Delta University for Science and Technology entitled

Diabetes as Global Health Problem

Conference of the Egyptian Society for Stem Cell Research

The training course held by the Sub-Syndicate of Physiotherapy in Kafr El-Sheikh entitled

Challenge in Physical Therapy

– Coordinator of the first and second scientific conferences in the Sub-Syndicate of Kafr El-Sheikh in cooperation with the Faculty of Physiotherapy, Kafr El-Sheikh University

– The course titled

The manual therapy for lumbosacral dysfunction

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lecturer

Hagar Ahmed Elsayyed El-Hadidy – lecturery

Office No: G310

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Short Biography

2015 Cairo University PHD degree department of physical therapy for cardiovascular

2016-2017 National Nutrition Institute, Professional Diploma in Weight and Management and Sports Nutrition

2012-2015 Cairo University Master degree department of physical therapy for cardiovascular, respiratory disorders and geriatrics

Fields of Interest

chest

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
physiotherapist at Al-Ahly Sporting Club and Central Hospital	2018	2021
	2011	2021

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Professor, Chairperson and Vice Dean Sayed Abdel Moneim Tantawy

Office No: 3636
Extension. No: 3636

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Short Biography

Professor Sayed Tantawy was graduated from Faculty of Physiotherapy, Cairo University in 1987. He got in 2002 and finished her PhD in 2006 from same faculty at Cairo University. He is holding the rank of a full Professor in Kasr El Eini, Cairo University. Sayed joined Ahlia University in Kingdom of Bahrain as an Associate Professor of Physiotherapy. Prof Sayed is working now in Pharos University as a Vice Dean for Student Affairs. Sayed Tantawy has many papers published in refereed journals. He is a reviewer in the journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, Geriatric & Gerontology Journal, Journal of pain research and PLOS ONE Journals. Also, He is a member in the editorial board of well-known journals as the international journal of therapy and rehabilitation.

Fields of Interest

Physiotherapy for Surgery, Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions, Cancer Rehabilitation

Previous Experience

Position	Starting Date	Ending Date
Prof and Chairperson of Integumentary PT Department

Scientific Activities

Scientific Activities	Date
Reviewer in Refereed Journals
· PLOS ONE · Journal of Pain Research · International Medical Case Reports Journal · BMC Pediatrics · Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy. · The Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy. · BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation · International Journal of Telerehabilitation. · Dinal Books. · Journal of Aging and Physical Activity.
Member in the Editorial Board of the Following Journals
· International Journal of Anesthesiology Research · Journal of Angiology and Lymphology (JAL) · Edelweiss Pediatrics Journal · Physiotherapy Quarterly · Majmaah Journal of Health Sciences · Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation · Journal of Neuropsychiatry Disorders & Therapy · Journal of Advances in Virology Research · International Journal of Innovation in Applied Sciences and Engineering · Institute of International Journal of Life Sciences · Journal of Neurodegenerative Disorders& Research · International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation Research IJTRR. · International Journal of Medical Research and Pharmaceutical Sciences · Journal of Medicine: Study & Research · Annals of Urology and Nephrology · American Research Journal of Orthopedics and Traumatology. · Journal of medical science and clinical research. · International Journal of Rehabilitation Sciences. · International Research of Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences. · Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation International. · International Journal of Physiotherapy and Research. · International Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. · International Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. · Archives research international. · International Journal of Osteology and Orthopedics. · International Journal of Health Science and Research · International Journal of Life-sciences Scientific Research. · International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences and Technology. · Cancer research Journal · Romanian Journal of Physiotherapy. · Journal of Headache & Pain Management. · Galore International Journal of Health Sciences and Research. · International Journal of Research in Science & Technology. · Journal of Medicine-Study &Research Published Papers Perspectives of physiotherapists and rehabilitation providers on the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic and potentially therapeutic roles, International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 2021, (Scopus Indexed Q3). · Response to Letter to the Editor on “Potential efficacy of sensorimotor exercise program on pain, proprioception, mobility, and quality of life in diabetic patients with foot burns: A 12-week randomized control study”, Brums, 2021, doi: 10.1016/j.burns.2021.01.00, (Scopus Indexed Q1). · Work-related Musculoskeletal Symptoms Among Employees with Different Tasks: Ahlia University Case Study, Accepted for Publication, Physiotherapy Quarterly, 2021, (Scopus Indexed Q4). · Prevalence and Nonpharmacological Interventions for Sarcopenia among Cirrhotic Patients, Disease Markers, 2021, https://doi.org/10.1155/2021/8866093, , (Scopus Indexed Q1). · Investigating Effectiveness of adding Microcurrent Therapy to traditional treatment program on Myofascial pain syndrome in terms of Neck pain and Function, Physiotherapy Quarterly, 29 (1), 2021, (Scopus Indexed Q4). · Potential Efficacy of Sensorimotor Exercise Program on Pain, Proprioception, Functional Performance, and Quality of Life in Diabetic Patients with Foot Burns: A 12-week Randomized Control Study, Burns, 2021, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.burns.2020.08.002, (Scopus Indexed Q1). · A Randomized Comparative Study between High-Intensity and Low-Level Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain, Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2020 https://doi.org/10.1155/2020/1350281, (Scopus Indexed Q1). · Weight-related Behaviours in Bahraini Adolescent Friendship Networks: Exploring the Moderating Role of Friendship Network Properties, Archives of the Balkan Medical Union 55 (3), 388-397, (Scopus Indexed Q3). · Effects of Second-hand Smoking on Lung Functions in Athlete and Non-athlete School-aged Children – Observational Study, African Health Sciences, 2020, 20(1):368-75. https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ahs.v20i1.42. (Scopus Indexed Q2). · Correlation between Body Mass Index, Neck Circumference, and Waist-hip Ratio as Indicators of Obesity Among A Cohort of Adolescent in Bahrain A Preliminary Cross-sectional Study, Medicine, 2020, 99:17 (e19950). http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000019950. (Scopus Indexed Q2). · Effect of Moderate-Intensity Aerobic Exercise on Hepatic Fat Content and Visceral Lipids in Hepatic Patients with Diabesity: A Single-Blinded Randomised Controlled Trial, Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine 2020, https://doi.org/10.1155/2020/1923575. (Scopus Indexed Q1). · Exploring the Relationship Between Body Mass Index and Anxiety Status Among Ahlia University Students, Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences. 2020 Feb 15; 8(B):20-25. https://doi.org/10.3889/oamjms.2020.3226. (Scopus Indexed Q3). · Influence of Hand and Smartphone Anthropometric Measurements on hHand Pain and Discomfort. A Cross-sectional Study, Medicine, 2020; 99: 11(e19513). http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000019513. (Scopus Indexed Q2). · A Randomized Controlled Trial Investigating the Impact of Interferential Therapy on Pain, Range of Motion and Q of L in Patients with Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain, Archives of the Balkan Medical Union 2020; 55 (1): 47-54. https://doi.org/10.31688/ABMU.2020.55.1.05. (Scopus Indexed Q3). · Effects of High-intensity Interval and Moderate-intensity Continuous Aerobic Exercise on Diabetic Obese Patients with Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. A Comparative Randomized Controlled Trial, Medicine 2020; 99:10 (e19471). http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000019471. (Scopus Indexed Q2). · Examining the Impacts of 12-week Low to Moderate-intensity Aerobic Exercise on Depression Status in Patients with Systolic Congestive Heart Failure – A Randomized Controlled Study, CLINICS 2019;74:e1017, DOI: 10.6061/clinics/2019/e1017. doi: 10.6061/clinics/2019/e1017. (Scopus Indexed Q2). · Comparative Study between the Effects of Kinesio Taping and Pressure Garment on Secondary Upper Extremity Lymphedema and Quality of Life Following Mastectomy-A Randomized Controlled Trial, Integrative Cancer therapy, 2019; 18: 1-10. doi: 10.1177/1534735419847276. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· Effect of 4 Weeks of Whole-body Vibration Training in Treating Stress Urinary Incontinence after Prostate Cancer Surgery: A Randomised Controlled Trial, Physiotherapy 2019; https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physio.2018.07.013. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· The Relationship Between Smoking and Body Mass Index Among Ahlia University Students, Bioscience Research, 2019; 16(2):1053-1059. (Scopus Indexed Q4).
· Secondary Upper Limb Lymphedema Following Mastectomy Responses to Kinesio Taping Application: A Pilot Study, Bioscience Research, 2019; 16(2): 1174-1180. (Scopus Indexed Q4).
· Fecal Incontinence Responses to Anal Electrical Stimulation, Bioscience Research, 2019; 16(2):1167-1173. (Scopus Indexed Q4).
· A Cross-sectional Study on the Correlation Between Physical Activity Levels and Health-related Quality of Life in Community-dwelling Middle-Aged and Older Adults, Medicine (2019)98:11(e14895). doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000014895. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· A randomized Controlled Trial on The Effectiveness of 8-Week High Intensity Interval Exercise on Interahepatic Triglycerides, Visceral Lipids, and Health-Related Quality of Life in Diabetic Obese Patients with Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Medicine (2019) 98:12(e14918). doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000014918. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· The effect of Cranio-cervical Flexion Training and Rest Breaks on Neck Pain and Functional Performance in Visual Display Unit Users, Bioscience Research, 2018; 15(4): 3708-3717. (Scopus Indexed Q4).
· Laser Photobiomodulation is More Effective than Ultrasound Therapy in Patients with Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Comparative Study, Lasers in Medical Science, 2019; 34(4):793-800. doi: 10.1007/s10103-018-2665-8. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· Trans-perineal Pumpkin Seed Oil Phonophoresis as an Adjunctive Treatment for Chronic Nonbacterial Prostatitis, Research and Reports in Urology 2018:10 1-7. doi: 10.2147/RRU.S167896. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· Evaluating Pulmonary Function, Aerobic Capacity, and Pediatric Quality of Life Following a 10-week Aerobic Exercise Training in School-aged Asthmatics: A randomized Controlled Trial, Patient Preference and Adherence 2018:12 1015-1023. doi: 10.2147/PPA.S159622. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· A randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Helium-neon Laser Therapy and Infrared Laser Therapy in Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcer, Lasers in Medical Science (2018) 33:1901–1906. doi: 10.1007/s10103-018-2553-2. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· Does Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Reduce Pain and Improve Quality of Life in Patients with Idiopathic Chronic Orchialgia? A randomized Controlled Trial, Journal of Pain Research, Journal of Pain Research 2018:11 77–82. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S154815. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· Pulsed Electromagnetic Field With or Without eExercise tTherapy in the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 2017; 29: 1305–1310. doi: 10.1589/jpts.29.1305. (Scopus Indexed Q2).
· Experience of dysmenorrhea among a group of Physical Therapy students, Cairo University: An exploratory study, Journal of Pain Research 2017; 10: 1079- 1085. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S132544. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· The Relationship Between the Development of Musculoskeletal Disorders, Body Mass Index, and Academic Stress in Bahraini University Students, Korean J Pain 2017; 30, ( 2): 126-133. doi: 10.3344/kjp.2017.30.2.126. (Scopus Indexed Q2).
· Effects of A Proposed Physical Activity and Diet Control to Manage Constipation in Middle-aged Obese Women, Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes. 2017; 10: 513–519. doi: 10.2147/DMSO.S140250. (Scopus Indexed Q1). · Pulsed Magnetic Field Versus Ultrasound in the Treatment of Postnatal Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A randomized Controlled Trial In the wWomen of an Egyptian pPopulation, Journal of Advanced Research, 2017; (8), 45-53. doi: 10.1016/j.jare.2016.11.001. (Scopus Indexed Q1).
· The Effect of Kinesio Taping with Exercise Compared with Exercise Alone on pain, range of motion, and disability of the shoulder in postmastectomy Females: A randomized Control Trial, Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 2016; 28: 3300–3305. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.3300. (Scopus Indexed Q2).
· Impact of Interferential Current on Pain Relief among Patients with Orchialgia, International Journal of Physiotherapy, 2016; 3(4), 450-454. https://doi.org/10.15621/ijphy/2016/v3i4/111063. (Scopus Indexed Q4).
· Efficacy of Lumbar Mobilization on Postpartum Low Back Pain in Egyptian Females: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Back, journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, 2016 Jan 25; 29(1):55-63. doi: 10.3233/BMR-150598. (Scopus Indexed Q2).
· Effect of Kinesio Taping on Pain Post Laporoscopic Abdominal Surgery: Randomized Controlled Trial, International Journal of Therapies and Rehabilitation Research 2015; 4 (5): 250-2552015; 4 (5): 250-255. doi: 10.5455/ijtrr.00000098.
· Influence of Second Degree fFlatfoot on Spinal and Pelvic Mechanics in Young Females, International Journal of Therapy & Rehabilitation, September, 2013, Volume 20, No. (9), Pages (428-434). https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2013.20.9.428. (Scopus Indexed Q3).
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· Detrusor instability responses to transvaginal versus posterior tibial nerve stimulation, the Health 2012; 3(4): 90-93.
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· Postmenopausal Breast Cancer Chemotherapy Responses Antiemetics P6 Accustimulation, The Medical Journal of Cairo University- Cairo University, Vol. 78, No. 2, September (2010).
· The Role of Physical Therapy Intervention in the Management of Diabetic Neuropathic Foot Ulcers, Medical Journal of Cairo University, Vol. 78, No. 2, September (2010).
· Effect of Weight Reduction on Liver Enzyme in Obese Postmenopausal Women with Chronic Hepatitis, Bulletin of Faculty of Physical Therapy- Cairo University, Vol. 15, No. 2, (2010).
· Fecal Incontinence Responses to Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation in Partial Spinal Cord Injured Patients, Bulletin of Faculty of Physical Therapy- Cairo University, Vol. 14, No. 1, (2009).
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Awards & Prizes

Awards & Prizes	Date
Award winner of the distinguish scientist for the contribution and achievement of in the field of physiotherapy from Venus International Foundation (Center for Advanced Research& Design 2015	2015

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Why did you go to PUA for student exchange?

The chance to visit Africa, and more specific an Arab country with so much history as Egypt has, made the decision very easy. PUA offered the necessities and quality needed for my bachelor thesis to be conducted.

How long was the exchange period?

The exchange lasted 8 weeks in total.

How have you been chosen for the exchange?

Prof. Andrew Martin from KTH scouted for students to participate in a collaboration with PUA and KTH, me and my colleagues applied and were accepted.

What do you think are the differences between studying at PUA and KTH?

The difference is a more direct contact or line of communication in PUA compared to KTH. The relationships between pupils and professors are more personal than in KTH. Moreover, the learning is more of a practical character in PUA than in KTH, where the approach is often more theoretical and is conducted to bring discussion.

Did PUA staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate

They have been excellent in supporting all causes, the communication line is very clear and everyone, including students, are very generous and show great hospitality. Our Egyptian colleagues, whom we collaborate with, have excellent knowledge in their field and are easy to discuss with.

Could you describe a regular day as a student at PUA?

Since we have a specific collaboration, our working day consists mainly of own work on the project with some discussions in between with our Egyptian colleagues.

What was the best part of your experience at PUA?

Meeting all the different people, from the Dean of Engineering, to our lovely supervisor Dr. Norhan and all the students willing to greet us and make us feel welcome!

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

Adapting to the difference between Swedish and Arabic culture, but it has been very fun to observe and learn the language, food culture and so on!

What are your impressions of Alexandria and Egypt?

Alexandria has been wonderful, it is truly a city with lots of history and a beautiful shoreline to the Mediterranean Sea. Egypt biggest asset is its people, the hospitality and generosity are always above and beyond.

Is there something about life in Alexandria and Egypt that has surprised, impressed you?

The different mix of cultures combined from the different eras in Alexandria, the Greek, roman, and so on all mixed together makes the city a beautiful historical place.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at KTH that, in the future, will do student exchange at PUA?

Feel free to talk to people, they will most surely help you or make your life easier in some way. Also, the seafood here is amazing, you have to try the crab soup at the fish market!

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

I have met amazing people whom I will remember, the new culture has been really fun to observe and live with and has opened up the interest to explore Egypt more in the future. I have also gained a more practical understanding in my field of engineering, something that I greatly appreciate.

Why did you go to (KTH Royal Institute of Technology) for staff exchange?

The main objectives of this mobility are:
- Explore the master program in Electrical Engineering in KTH.
- Investigate the availability of joint undergraduate projects submission.
- Acquire new teaching and learning skills from KTH.
- Reinforcement the cooperation between KTH and PUA.

How long was the exchange period?

A month.

How have you been chosen to this visit?

Through a presentation in front of the vice president and the international relations coordinator of PUA University. The presentation includes my goals to this grant of the Erasmus+ staff mobility program and this is done after the submission of the motivation letter and my CV to them.

How do studies and researches at (KTH Royal Institute of Technology) differ in comparison to your previous experience?

There are so many differences:

• Labs and lectures are highly informative and direct the students to a huge amount of data and information.
• The estimated learning hours of each course are longer, which means the students can learn the courses deeper. Also, the theory learning is always followed with the practical work, such as labs and project work.
• The organization of the academic year in four periods, each one with two courses to attempt, makes easier the planning of studying as well as the preparation of examination.
• The students are ambitious not only to get a good mark but also to really understand the subjects and above all, getting practical experience.
• Here students, researchers and teachers seem to be at same level with the same importance even if covering different roles. Furthermore, transparency and meritocracy are conditions without which KTH could not exist. All the people from students to professors form a great academic group providing a motivating study and research environment.
• KTH is the best place for an engineer with education and career ambitions.

Did (KTH Royal Institute of Technology) staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate

Yes.

Could you describe a regular day as a student or teacher at (KTH Royal Institute of Technology)?

Classes take usually 8 hours, from 8 am to 5 pm with one hour lunch break from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. Many projects and assignments require you to stay at campus even if you do not have classes that day. For example, during afternoon, if there are no lectures, group members from courses have meetings and discussion at many places created for them because they need a space for studying in silence and finish their tasks.

What was the best part of your experience at (KTH Royal Institute of Technology)?

KTH proved that it has an incomparable high level of education and wide range of educational support like a great library, supporting efficient teachers and many interesting seminars not only related to the studied field.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

Because this is the first time I went to Stockholm, so the biggest challenge was reaching to my place of residence.

What are your impressions of (Stockholm) and (Sweden) that you visited?

- Stockholm is quite unique in comparison with other European capitals.
- It is a clean and beautiful city with large water areas and historic buildings.
- It is quiet and tidy and there are many tourist spots.
- Urban architecture is spread out among its islands creating space for many green areas.
- Swedish people are so nice and happy to help you. They can speak fluent English no matter they are young or old.
- Although Sweden is not that much populated, satisfying public facilities and provided infrastructures has made the life easy for everyone.

Is there something about life in (Stockholm) and (Sweden) that has surprised, impressed you?

Sweden is something much more than I expected. This country has impressed me with its landmarks, calm people, and the very positive and relaxed attitude towards everyday life. Furthermore, it is easy to communicate with people in Sweden as they are almost well familiar with the English as an international language.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at (KTH Royal Institute of Technology)?

I just want to say that I have been feeling really lucky to get the chance visiting KTH University. I strongly advise my colleagues to do the same.

Is there something from your experience that you can bring in to your professional role at PUA?

Yes. I can bring in my department new learning and teaching skills and also make a proposal for the master program.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

- My personal and teaching skills were improved.
- New experiences and practices were gained.
- My professional and personal development were changed.
- Our motivation in moving forward into progress must be kept up in every work we do and never give up and should always proceed onwards to development.

Why did you go to the School of Pharmacy, University of Eastern Finland for staff exchange?

I consider the visit to the School of Pharmacy, UEF, as a lifetime experience that I believe it is a milestone in my career. It is a significant opportunity to discover innovative and different teaching and research techniques as well as to explore new foreign culture that is definitely motivational and very inspirational to my career

How long was the exchange period?

The exchange period was 8 days

How have you been chosen to this visit?

The journey started after my motivation letter was selected by Prof. Dr. Maged ElGhazouly, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy and Drug Manufacturing. I was one of 5 lecturers who were chosen to present their motivations to contribute in such exchange program in front of Prof. Dr. Mahmoud Mohey ElDin, President of Pharos University in Alexandria and Prof. Dr. Nourhan Fanaky, Vice President for Education and Students Affairs.

How do studies and researches at School of Pharmacy, University of Eastern Finland differ in comparison to your previous experience?

I think they are different in the time and resources available for their research. In addition, most of them are working as a multidisciplinary team which collaborate together for successful publications

Did School of Pharmacy, University of Eastern Finland staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate

All the staff members I had met were very helpful and sociable. They were discussing in details their research interest and the curriculum they are teaching with highlighting the innovative teaching methodologies they are implementing

Could you describe a regular day as a student or teacher at School of Pharmacy, University of Eastern Finland?

Their regular day starts at 8:00 am in the morning. Their day is divided into different tasks including teaching, laboratory sessions, seminars, meetings and research. At about 12:00 pm, they have their lunches and breaks. After that, they regularly meet their masters and Ph.D. candidates. Overall, they are trying to implement different innovative strategies in their lectures and they are more devoted to their research and international publications. The day usually ends at 4:00 or 5:00 pm.

What was the best part of your experience at School of Pharmacy, University of Eastern Finland?

I had a great chance to meet Prof. Dr. Antti Poso and Prof. Dr. Maija Lahtela-Kakkonen who have a proficiency in drug design and had the chance to try “Molecular Operating Environment, MOE” software, one of the programs they use in docking. In addition, I visited Kuopio University Hospital and saw the robots used in drug dispensing and chemotherapeutic preparations. In addition, the visit to the animal house was very fruitful.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

Everything was in Finnish language; all the signs in the streets and all the products, so situations like purchasing groceries or riding a Taxi with a driver who cannot speak English were challenging

What are your impressions of Kuopio and Finland that you visited?

It is fascinating country as it is part of Europe. Kuopio is a calm part of Finland and it is a beautiful city with magnificent landscape full of forests and lakes. The technology is in everything in their life, even for bike renting. The transportation tickets are booked via an application.

Is there something about life in Kuopio and Finland that has surprised, impressed you?

The weather surprised me as I literally saw the four seasons in one week. The weather rapidly changes even in the same day. It can start sunny and end with snow. In addition, I attended the festival of the “Labor Day”, which is in the first of May, just like Egypt. It is a special event there; the students wear special outfits with a color that indicates which faculty they are enrolled in. The graduates wear a white cap to indicate that they are graduated one day from University. Another special day is “May Day”, which is a celebration for the coming of spring season. I enjoyed the Finnish tradition at this time of the year, Munkkia (a kind of donuts) and Simaa (a special drink).

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at School of Pharmacy, University of Eastern Finland?

It is important to apply for Visa early enough before the visit. In addition, I recommend staying in the guest room in the university as it saved a lot of time without any need for the transportation especially in snowy days

Is there something from your experience that you can bring in to your professional role at PUA?

As a university staff member, I believe that this visit was substantial to my professional expertise. One important thing is that I am planning to apply flipped classroom in my courses to develop a more self-learner pharmacists.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

I think the visit helped me to build up more connections with a lot of professors and staff members either in pharmacology or other specialties. In addition, I got some knowledge about Finland such as their traditional food and souvenirs.

Why did you go to KTH for staff exchange?

To gain more experience about teaching methods, to get introduced to a new culture, to widen my professional network, to know more about the curriculum of the courses in the KTH and compare it to ours in PUA. My main mission was about the BIM courses to transfer the way of teaching and to know all the courses that are taught in the KTH as PUA is starting to teach this new technology.

How long was the exchange period?

It was one month.

How have you been chosen to this visit?

I have been chosen through a process that started by a call to all the staff members for whoever wants to submit a motivation letter to be chosen. Then there was an interview with the faculty of engineering dean and head of departments. Then there was an interview with the head of international relations and the representatives of university’s president.

How do studies and researches at KTH differ in comparison to your previous experience?

It differs a lot as the number of years for the university education at the KTH are 3 for bachelor degree and most of the students there continue post graduate studies for 2 years to complete their master’s degree. One of the great differences is that all the master or PhD thesis are concerned with the industry to solve problems or to renovate the technology of construction.

Did KTH staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate

They were very helpful as they provided me with all data I wanted. They gave me from their time to ask about all information I wanted. I had an access from them to a lot of research papers. I also attended a PhD defense while I was there.

Could you describe a regular day as a student or teacher at KTH?

The regular day starts at 8 am by attending lecture for 3 or 4 hours depends on the course. Then from 12 to 1 pm, it’s a lunch break for all teachers and students. From 1 pm till 4 or 5 pm it’s a workshop for the lecture in the morning. At somedays maybe sitting in the library for some research.

What was the best part of your experience at KTH?

Giving a lecture about BIM implementation to the undergraduate students at the BIM1 course.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

To get as much information as I can that can benefit my studies and benefit my department at PUA.

What are your impressions of Stockholm and Sweden that you visited?

It was so cold at that time in January and February, but a beautiful city. People are so helpful. All of them can speak English so it was easy to communicate with them. It was empty as the population of Sweden is so small compared to ours in Egypt.

Is there something about life in Stockholm and Sweden that has surprised, impressed you?

Every Tuesday at 10 pm a lot of people go out and scream with loud voice to get out the negative energy- as they assume-

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at KTH?

They have to take heavy clothes if anyone is going through winter days. They need to benefit from the ideas of the projects that the students make in the courses. We need to enlarge the cooperation in the level of the students.

Is there something from your experience that you can bring in to your professional role at PUA?

Of course, I have started to use what I have got through attending the BIM course at the KTH in teaching in the same course at my department at PUA. Also I have introduced through a presentation inside my department to the colleagues so any of them can gain any idea that can be executed in their courses.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

I have enlarged my professional network with many researchers and students from many nationalities. I have been introduced to many cultures. I have enhanced my English language by practicing it for 1 month. I have got many information that I can use through my master thesis.

Why did you go to (Royal Institue of Technology KTH) for staff exchange?

My trip was part of a grant of the Erasmus+ Staff Mobility Program. The main purpose of the trip was to adopt new teaching methods, interactive learning methods and assessment methods. In addition, visit the laboratories and workshops. Another personal purpose was to network with people interested in the field of my PhD research and exchange knowledge with them.

How long was the exchange period?

The exchange period was for 10 days.

How have you been chosen to this visit?

I applied for it at the PUA. The application included a motivation letter, my CV and a valid IELTS certificate. Then I have done a presentation on the purpose of my application to this visit. The attendees of the presentation were the Vice President of the PUA and the International Relations Coordinator at the PUA.

How do studies and researches at (Royal Institute of Technology KTH) differ in comparison to your previous experience?

I have attended lectures, practical tutorials and seminars during my short visit. There are several differences, some of them are minor but others are major differences. Starting with the minor differences: The lecturer is on time sharp in the classroom but starts the lecture after 15 minutes. Students are allowed to enter/leave the classroom upon their wish. Many students do not follow the instructor, instead they work on their laptops or mobile phones, but they do not interrupt the lesson in any way. If from noon till 1:00 pm there is a lecture, students are allowed to eat their lunch. As for the major differences: The time management differs from an instructor to another. For example, some instructors divide the lecture to 4 parts: 30 minutes’ lecture followed by a 15 minutes task, in which students work in groups. The instructor then discusses briefly the outcomes of the group task. After the discussion a 15 minutes break is given. After the break the lecture is continued for 30 minutes followed by a group task for another 15 minutes. Other instructors divide the lectures just in two parts: 45 minutes lecture followed by a 15 minutes break, then the lecture is continued for another 45 minutes. Students work with their own hands in the workshop. They are divided in groups with a maximum of 6 students in one group depending on the available space. The lecturer is the one who teaches the students how to work, a technician assists him. I attended a seminar, in which interactive learning was used in a very instructive way.

Did (Royal Institute of Technology KTH) staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate

Definitely yes. They were more than helpful.

Could you describe a regular day as a student or teacher at (Royal Institute of Technology KTH)?

Most of the lectures start at 10:00 am, only few start at 9:00 am. From 12:00 pm till 1:00 pm it’s lunch time. There are several restaurants at the campus where students and staff can buy food. Each department has a large kitchen, where students and staff can heat their own food in the microwave and make a cup of coffee or tea. After lunch, lectures and tutorials are continued and may extend till 7:00 pm.

What was the best part of your experience at (Royal Institute of Technology KTH)?

The best part was to experience the link between the academic part and the practical part, whether in the University or outside with the industry, where Master and PhD students deal with solving actual problems present in the industry.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

The biggest challenge was not to get lost in the KTH campus.

What are your impressions of (Stockholm) and (Sweden) that you visited?

It is an extremely organized country with perfect transportation facilities. The people are very friendly and helpful. All the locals speak English, unlike many other European countries. There just two disadvantages: everything is very expensive and the weather is very cold, even during spring time.

Is there something about life in (Stockholm) and (Sweden) that has surprised, impressed you?

The thing that has surprised me is that locals wear summer clothing at 3º C weather. And the thing that impressed me is how organized people at Sweden are.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at (Royal Institute of Technology KTH)?

My advice to them is to wear warm clothes and avoid travelling to Sweden in winter.

Is there something from your experience that you can bring in to your professional role at PUA?

Applying interactive learning in the proper way and letting students depend more on themselves regarding their tasks instead of spoon feeding them with the solutions.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

On a personal level, I have realized after this experience that life doesn’t have to be as stressful as we think it is. Problems become more complicated in a stressful environment.

Why did you go to (KTH)for staff exchange?

I went there as a part of ICM program among the agreement between KTH and PUA

How long was the exchange period?

10 days

How do studies and researches at (KTH) differ in comparison to your previous experience?

There educaltional system consists of 3-years program BSc and 2 years Msc. The computer and electrical engineering are merged in one schoo;

Did (KTH) staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate

Yes,

Could you describe a regular day as a student or teacher at (KTH)?

Student : attend lectures and lab sessions Teacher : give lectures, participate in meetings related to research projects

What was the best part of your experience at (KTH)?

Meeting with master programs directors and advanced abs

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

How to meet as much professor sand places in a short time

What are your impressions of (Stockholm) and (Sweden) that you visited?

Very clean and well organized. People are very decent

Is there something about life in (Stockholm) and (Sweden)that has surprised, impressed you?

No need for private car, you can depend on public transportation

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at (KTH)?

You should plan your schedule prior to your trip through emails in order to achieve maximum efficiency of your trip

Is there something from your experience that you can bring in to your professional role at PUA?

Yes, the criteria on which advanced topics in telecommunications and electronics are designed in addition to a list of elective courses

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

How to deal with staff from different academic environment

What made you chose PUA to study?

Being best authentic private university in Alexandria with highly qualified cooperative Teaching staff from professors to demonstrators is reason enough for anyone to join your University.

Why did you go to (University of Eastern Finland) for student exchange?

In my opinion, the university announced for scholarship was a great opportunity to discover their teaching methods and facilities whilst still student in PUA, as well as experience first-hand the European scandanavian culture.

How long was the exchange period?

About four months since 3rd/sept/2018 to 20th/dec/2018

How have you been chosen for the exchange?

By assessing applicant English proficiency, recommendation letter from my professors, motivation letter and interviews was also done to assess student social and academic background as well as their overall character.

What do you think are the differences between studying at PUA and (University of Eastern Finland-UEF)?

I come to appreciate PUA methods of teaching students which literally ensures graduating students of solid pharmaceutical background .This was proved with the self-study of my courses abroad in UEF were if it weren’t for the assignments, self-study chapters , interactive activities done in PUA I wouldn’t have been able to study whole courses alone.

Did (University of Eastern Finland-UEF) staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate?

Yes, they were extremely welcoming and helpful throughout the semester. English language hasn’t been easy with some of the professors but most of them I managed to understand their requirements and how to study the required course contents. Even, with issuing the official transcript it was done smoothly.

Could you describe a regular day as a student at (University of Eastern Finland-UEF)?

Day started at 8 am, my dorm was about a 20 minute walk from the campus. I attend my lab work either of medicinal chemistry or pharmaceutical technology till 11.30 am, then lunch break starts at campus for about an hour I join my colleagues then continue to another building with the Library and study are facilities where I read, study and summarize for about 3-4 hrs. By 5 pm, I return home and join my friends in dorm for a dinner and discussing our day. By 9 pm, time to sleep to start a fresh new day.

What was the best part of your experience at (University of Eastern Finland-UEF)?

Snow winter season after the green orange leaves of Autumn.There was a huge contrast between each season .In addition, the Viking scandanavian food and finnish sweets was a real delicacy.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

Getting used to the real cold of Finland and having to wear gloves, cap and scarves almost everywhere I go out even if it was simply to buy some groceries for about 10 minutes.

What are your impressions of (KOUPIO) and (FINLAND) that you visited?

Strange musical sound of the city which turned to be a small friendly village when I arrived there. Finland, most famously for Nokia phone products which turned out to be a famous city named NOKIA in Northern Finland and of course a good rank in education.

Is there something about life in (KOUPIO) and (FINLAND) that has surprised, impressed you?

Sauna is a must in every house and of course the large number of lakes and green trees everywhere; I almost got lost one day in them.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do student exchange at (University of Eastern Finland-UEF)?

Better to buy winter material clothes, gloves, caps from Finland with a better thermal resistance than in Egypt. Second hand shops will be very handy in furnishing a student room for winter.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

There’s more to see abroad beyond what we are used to and comfortable with. Knowing English is not enough when you communicate with others. Living independently is the best way to know oneself and focus on strengthening improving character.

What made you chose PUA to study?

I choose Pharos University because it is one of the top 10 universities in the Republic of Egypt and its close relationship between other international universities, especially the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH)

Why did you go to (KTH) for student exchange?

To gain experience of travel without parents and self-reliance and to see the cultures of other countries

How long was the exchange period?

It was 3 months

How have you been chosen for the exchange?

I think because I worked hard to study architecture and got the highest grades and excelled at the University of Pharos

What do you think are the differences between studying at PUA and (KTH)?

The practical work in KTH is more than in PUA, the way of learning differs a lot, the student in KTH is more independent.

Did KTH staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate?

Yes of course everything was organized and developed and I have encountered some problems and the specialist helped me quickly

Could you describe a regular day as a student at (KTH)?

I go to my Studio at 9:00 AM, there is a lunch break at 12:00 PM, interactive learning is their way of learning, so it is every exciting,

What was the best part of your experience at (KTH)?

The way they deal with me I did not feel that I am strange, Learn about a new place, new language, new people, exchange experiences and knowledge

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

To gain much experience as I could, and travel as much as possible, it’s the best chance ever to learn more.

What are your impressions of Stockholm and Sweden that you visited?

It is a very calm country, I really excited about it, it is a very organized city, and it's very respectful for human being specially the disable people.

Is there something about life in Stockholm and Sweden that has surprised, impressed you?

I was surprised as there are many students speaking English basically everywhere, and the freedom of independence from my parents is a wonderful thing to try

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do student exchange at (name of partner university)?

Use time well to gain new and good skills and information, and make sure to spend every second in something useful.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

Self-reliance, good planning for the future, time Management, from knowledge sharing, and good relations with my Swedish friends

What made you chose PUA to study?

Because of the excellent educational level offered by pharos university.

Why did you go to (KTH) for student exchange?

To gain a new experience and knew the difference between education in Egypt and abroad.

How long was the exchange period?

3 months

How have you been chosen for the exchange?

I was nominated by my department then I have passed the language test and an interview with university administration.

What do you think are the differences between studying at PUA and (KTH)?

The biggest difference is that students there depend on themselves a lot in the education.

Did (KTH) staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate?

Yes they was very helpful and give us help in everything we needed.

Could you describe a regular day as a student at (KTH)?

Lectures starts at 8 o’clock every lecture is 2 hours there is a 15 min break after the first hour. from 12 to 1 o’clock there is launch break after that we complete our lectures and helping sessions.

What was the best part of your experience at (KTH)?

Dealing with different cultures and nationalities every day in the university.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

Self-reliance in daily life matters such as food preparation and laundry.

What are your impressions of (Stockholm ) and ( Sweden ) that you visited?

Stockholm gives off a very organized clean and efficient vibe. much of the city has new construction and development. Everything is clean, organized and running smoothly.

Is there something about life in (Stockholm) and (Sweden) that has surprised, impressed you?

Yes, in addition to the pleasing architecture, Stockholm is filled with nature and beauty. with compact islands filled with parks

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do student exchange at (KTH)?

They have to make sure to take advantage of every moment they stay there.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

Self-reliance, ability to deal with different cultures and work perfection

What made you chose PUA to study?

I choose Pharos University to study because I knew about the agreement dual bachelor degree from both KTH and PUA which gives international exposure. Also its one of the best University for the education perspectives.

Why did you go to KTH for student exchange?

To gain experience, knowledge. Also to explore different cultures and know the least technology and trend in architecture.

How long was the exchange period?

3 months

How have you been chosen for the exchange?

First I have been writing my CV and motivation letter. Second I have been through 2 interviews and English test.

What do you think are the differences between studying at PUA and (KTH)?

The practical work in KTH is more than in PUA, the way of learning differs a lot, the student in KTH is more independent.

Did KTH staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate?

Yes, they are so helpful.

Could you describe a regular day as a student at KTH?

I go to my studio/lecture, have a lunch break at 12.00 it was a good time to interact with my colleges and we have a regular presentation each week that we discuss in our work.

What was the best part of your experience at KTH?

Exploring the new place and new culture. Practicing English language, exchange experiences and knowledge.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

To gain much experience as I could and to have the responsibility of everything in my life.

What are your impressions of Stockholm and Sweden that you visited?

It is an amazing country really as they say about it a walkable city. I t is a very organized city beautiful building and parks.

Is there something about life in Stockholm and Sweden that has surprised, impressed you?

Actually all the people there speaks English so it was easily to communicate with any person. Also they are very respectful.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do student exchange at KTH?

Do your best to gain that exchange. You will not only learn in a different way no you will gain a lot of skills and experience that will change your life and point of view to anything you see.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

Time Management
Self-indecency
Self –confident Practicing English

What made you chose PUA to study?

I choose Pharos University to study because it is one of the universities that help on producing good generations.

Why did you go to (KTH) for student exchange?

To gain experience and knowledge from other countries that could help me in my future sake concerning the Architecture Engineering.

How long was the exchange period?

3 months

How have you been chosen for the exchange?

By owning high grades, good communication skills and language.

What do you think are the differences between studying at PUA and (KTH)?

KTH helps students to depend more on themselves “Self-Learning”, and owns different ways in giving lectures. Also, it is different in the way of the studio and site visit

Did KTH staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate?

Yes, everything was well organized and helpful

Could you describe a regular day as a student at (KTH)?

I go to my lecture, discuss my work with the professors, know my points of weakness and work on them. Besides that, I take a lunch break from 12pm till 1pm and then I can continue my work in the studio.

What was the best part of your experience at (KTH)?

Working in group work through the studio and discuss the project together. Also, the site visits there are more interesting.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

To go back gaining more experience, new language, new friends, and depending on myself.

What are your impressions of Stockholm and Sweden that you visited?

It is amazing and well-organized country with different culture.

Is there something about life in Stockholm and Sweden that has surprised, impressed you?

I was surprised that there were discounts, especially in the transportation and food, everywhere for the students, helping them.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do student exchange at (KTH)?

Manage their time well to have some fun beside gaining more experiences.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

Self-study plan
Self-dependent Time
Management

Why did you go to PUA for student exchange?

I heard about the transportation project from my teacher at KTH. I chose PUA for exhange to write my bachelor thesis.

How long was the exchange period?

3 months.

How have you been chosen for the exchange?

By my teacher at KTH.

What do you think are the differences between studying at PUA and (KTH)?

I have nit participated in any courses but otherwise, there are differences such as school rules, computer lab.

Did PUA staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate.

Yes, they have been helpful all the period and it was easy to communicate with them.

What was the best part of your experience at PUA?

I really liked student activities, it is a chance to meet other students and have fun together.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

A new cultur, new people and much work.

What are your impressions of Alexandria and Egypt?

A very beautiful stad with its wonderful sea. A traffic that makes you do not want to out at all. Very friendly and social persons in all Egypt.

Is there something about life in Alexandria and Egypt that has surprised, impressed you?

Traffic congestion is a big problem. People are very nice and easy to talk with.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

I have taken so much experience. To work and deal with people from other cultures, to live without family. I have learned so much during my exchange period.

What made you chose PUA to study?

Because it is one of best universities in Alexandria.

Why did you go to KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm for student exchange?

It was a good chance to gain experience.

How long was the exchange period?

Three months.

How have you been chosen for the exchange?

I have been chosen by my professors.

What do you think are the differences between studying at PUA and KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm?

The students at KTH is more independent.

Did KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate?

Yes, they were very helpful.

Could you describe a regular day as a student at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm?

In a regular day, I wake up at 7 am. Have breakfast. At 8 am I arrive at KTH to take my first lecture. Throughout the day it`s mostly attending class, if there is no class I`m in the library.

What was the best part of your experience at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm?

I learned to be more independent and of course getting to know new cultures, new stuff and new people.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

To gain much experience as I could.

What are your impressions of Stockholm and Sweden that you visited?

It is very beautiful country. It is clean, quiet and not so busy as you would expect from a capital. There is a very good, clean and organized public transportation.

Is there something about life in Stockholm and Sweden that has surprised, impressed you?

People in Sweden are kind and they are nice to foreigners.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do student exchange at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm?

Use time will to gain more information.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

Self -reliance and Time Management.

What made you chose PUA to study?

As Pharos is one from the best universities in Egypt, it was recommended for me.

Why did you go to (KTH) for student exchange?

It was the best chance ever to learn a lot about everything, their way of studying, their work during their lectures and tutorial.

How long was the exchange period?

It was for 3 months.

How have you been chosen for the exchange?

I was able to get the highest grades so that I could get my professors' nomination and I worked hard on it

What do you think are the differences between studying at PUA and (KTH)?

In KTH the study cares about practical work than the theoretical one, even the theoretical one based on something that related to your work after being graduated and the students in KTH are more independent. That was the clear difference between PUA and KTH

Did KTH staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate?

Yes of course every thing is organized and they are so helpful, they helped us a lot as much as they could, they help us in many problems that faced us despite it isn’t related to our study.

Could you describe a regular day as a student at (KTH)?

Everyday there was a lecture or laboratory so I attend, there is a break each one hour, interactive learning is their way of learning, so it is every exciting,

What was the best part of your experience at (KTH)?

Learning more about a new culture, new language, new people, exchange experiences and knowledge.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

To gain much experience as I could, it’s the best chance ever to learn more.

What are your impressions of Stockholm and Sweden that you visited?

It is a perfect country, I really excited here. It is a very organized city and not so crowded as you would expect for a capital.

Is there something about life in Stockholm and Sweden that has surprised, impressed you?

I was surprised as there are many students speaking English basically everywhere, so I have the impression that is the official language here.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do student exchange at (KTH)?

Use time well to gain new and good skills and information, as it is the best chance ever to gain more and to be qualified.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

Good planning for the future
Time Management
Benefit from knowledge sharing
Independent

I am Dalia Yehia, assistant lecturer in clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice department in the Faculty of pharmacy, Pharos University in Alexandria (PUA). I am a member of summer training committee, and quality committee within Pharos University. Currently, I am a PhD student at the High Institute of Public Health (HIPH), in Alexandria University.

During Fall 2018, I have been accepted in staff exchange program at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF), in Kuopio, Finland for three months from September till end of November 2018. I went for staff exchange because it holds an opportunity fot joint research, working with multidisciplinary international team in addition to learning about different teaching methodologies.

In comparison to the situation in Egypt, teaching at UEF is more or less the same. Regardings research, UEF dedicated its staff and fund for multidisciplinary research groups for new innovations and publications.

In general, Finns are shy and quiet. From my experience, they are very welcoming, helpful and hospitable. An International once said:” if you make a Finnish friend, you get a lifetime friend.”

Usually the regular day starts early with lectures or research work, then they have a midday lunch break, then they resume the work. During lectures, a break of 5-10 minutes was given to students every one hour. During the practical labs in the clinical pharmacokinetics course, students were required to solve certain number of cases along the course term without adhering to time required for the labs. So that, students can spend the time during the lab which was 4-5 hours in solving the cases, and taking breaks.

I have participated at the international day at UEF to encourage international students to participate in exchange programs. The best part was conversations I had about Egypt, history, PUA and even Arabic language.

At the begining of this experience, being away from my comfort zone, and as expected I took some time to get used to using maps, be aware of details of daily life and even reaching home, but based on my previous expeiences and with the help I got from colleagues, roommates, and even people in the street, life become familiar within few days.

Kuopio is a very beautiful city, full of forests and lakes with wonderful natural scenery. I liked it specially the peace and quietness that surround the place.

Life in Kuopio is very simple, people use bicycles a lot, and walking is part of their daily life. The idea of recycling is widespread which is very effective in keeping the city clean beside reducing the waste.

I strongly advice my colleagues to apply for the exchange program in the future to get in touch with different experiences in both research and teaching.

On a professional level, I have learned new techniques in research work at the lab. Concerning teaching, we started to use softwares like ”Dose me” at PUA that I used at UEF to facilitate Pharmacokinetics measurements of drugs which need therapeutic monitoring. In addition to practices related to evaluating students, and involvement of students in peer reviewing each other. Also considering students’ self-evaluation as an important part of the whole evaluation process.

On a personal level, it was a rich experience of independency in a different environment. I got to know myself more and learnt to cope within different environment and dealt with cultural differences while keeping my own values.

I believe that students might have to be involved in similar experiences (might be for shorter or longer period of time) to cooperate with students from other cultures and different backgrounds to increase their self-awareness and to work within multidisciplinary teams as well as to learn independency in searching and to apply systematic approach to understand challenging subjects.

My name is Alina Georgiana Sas. I am a responsible, creative, intelligent, lonely girl.

I went to PUA for student exchange because I wanted to see the differences between the courses and the laboratories compared to the faculty where I study in Romania. I stayed in PUA 4 month and 17 days.The difference between PUA and the University of Oradea is that in PUA there are many more students in courses and laboratories. At the University of Oradea few professors use projectors, more is used the writing in notebooks by the students.At the University of Oradea we have only one evaluation per semester, only the final exam for each subject at the end of the semester.PUA staff, both the teachers and the laboratory assistants were communicative and helpful.

A normal day as a student in the PUA is like this: in the morning at eight and a half, the first course or laboratory begins where the teacher does not give a break at all until ten and a half. Then if you are lucky you have two hours break and go to eat something and if it does not mean you have the next course and go without a break. In the break you can go to the teacher's office to ask if you didn't understand something in the lesson, and he will help you dearly. After completing the courses one day you can stop at a store with friends from PUA or you go home and prepare for the next day.

The most beautiful experience in PUA were the free Tuesday hours in which activities were carried out with students who wanted to participate, for example a talent shows organized on different days for each faculty. The biggest challenge: I try to express myself with people who do not know English but only Arabic. Alexandria is a very old city with many old buildings, but with a very beautiful view to the sea. You have to have money with you all the time especially if you are a foreigner because everything is paid at triple price compared to if you are Arab.People are very curious and friendly, but stressful. The dirt on the street is a big problem.

I was surprised, that all people want to take pictures with you if they notice that you are from another country.I advise other colleagues visiting PUA to be very well informed with the country in which they go and with the place where they will live. To be interested in the food of the respective country and to be able to cook in the place where they live. Be prepared for the weather as it is different in another country.I learned to deal with myself, without parents and I realized how much it means that you have people around you that you can communicate in your native language.

Hi, my name is Andrea Codrean, I am twenty years old, I live in a small village in Romania, I have a brother and a sister and i am studing medical physics in University of Oradea.

In the beginning I just wanted to go and see another culture, another type of people, other opinions and another style of life. When doctor Monica presented me all the courses and the opportunities in PUA I decided to go there. Our exchange period was 4 months and 20 days in Alexandria.

The biggest difference is in the labs. In Oradea our labs are more theoretical, but in PUA the practical part was really practical. In Oradea we don’t have a website for the lectures so we have to write it or to buy the book.

Everyone at PUA was cooperating and tried to help us, but it wasn’t that easy to communicate because not everyone knows English.

A usual day started in the morning when we get up to go to coursee, everyday we had a lecture and a lab and in some days an hour or two free between this couses. In those free hours we went to the food court to eat something or to Green plata. And then we go back to our hostel to eat to study for the next day and maybe to go see around Alexandria a little bit

I think the best part in the university was the labs, I love doing things with my own hands. The best part in general was meeting such different and beautiful people. The biggest challenge was the language, its really hard to study just in English since all my life I studyed in Romanian and also not so many people in shops transportation or street speak English and it was hard to ask for help

I think Egypt and Alexandria are so beautiful, there are so many old and impresive places and I love that and also people are soooo friendly, they were satuting us on the street, everyone wants to talk to You to know You, just to be your friend, but so few know English.

The traffic was a surprise, that You can cross the street trough wherever You want. The food, is so delicious. The weather, it was colder than I thought. I advise colleagues coming to PUA in the future to be very patient, to be very friendly and just to enjoy the experience.

On the personal level, I am stronger, I've learned to be more tolerant, I've learned to appreciate all the things I have back home

Hi Alaa Mahmoud Khalil, tell me more about yourself and your role at PUA.

I can introduce myself in a few words. I am an assistant professor at PUA in Alexandria. I earned my PhD in physics; in the area of electromagnetic fields and its biophysical interactions with microorganisms since December-2013. I am working in the department of basic sciences at the Faculty of Engineering. I am teaching Engineering Physics, Modern Physics and Solid State Electronics.

Why did you go to Aristotle University in Thessaloniki (AUTh), Greece for staff exchange?

I am eager to benefit from the Erasmus+ staff exchange program, as I will get to know new innovative resources, vibrant intellectual atmosphere and a comprehensive curriculum. It’s a great opportunity for me to enlightenment my teaching experience with their considerable pedagogical strategies.

How long was the exchange period?

Short Visit, 1^st to 5^th OCT; 2018

How do studies and researches at Aristotle University in Thessaloniki (AUTh) differ in comparison to your previous experience?

It was very helpful to visit AUTh, as it is not so far from our pace; they have same economic and social constraints and they are coping with it. I observed the level of technology that they have and how it works in different directions to serve market needs and field requirements (based on companies collaborations and getting funds from scientific projects).

Did Aristotle University in Thessaloniki (AUTh) staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate

Yes, they were so helpful and very kind. Moreover, I didn’t find any hard to meet them.

Could you describe a regular day as a student or teacher at Aristotle University in Thessaloniki (AUTh)?

By attending lectures I noticed that they don’t have advanced pedagogical strategies than what we have (chalk board, white board, power point presentations and smart screens).

What was the best part of your experience at Aristotle University in Thessaloniki (AUTh)?

I found how they take the challenge of economical issues seriously and cope with it.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

Some hard and soft materials were written in Greek language.

What are your impressions of Thessaloniki and Greece that you visited?

I felt it almost Alexandria with the sense of ancient Greek.

Is there something about life in Thessaloniki and Greece that has surprised, impressed you?

It is a very youth city.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at Aristotle University in Thessaloniki (AUTh)?

Increase the possibility of collaboration with the other departments and Faculties.

Is there something from your experience that you can bring in to your professional role at PUA?

Knowing considerable pedagogical strategies for teaching courses and ability of building a comprehensive curriculum. Getting the know how of creating new creative, innovative teaching resources. Knowing how they conduct to industrial and actual market needs. Finally, opened possible ways of cooperation between both universities.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

Meeting with new people from different culture, enhancing my English language, dealing with different circumstances and finally getting new contacts and friends.

Hi Rehab Samir, tell me more about yourself and your role at PUA.

I am lecturer of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry at Pharos University. I teach and supervise Senior students to give them the basic knowledge of the child development & psychology, with Comprehensive understanding of different behavior modification techniques so they become able to clinically perform simple restorative procedures for children with full coverage of primary molars. Additionally, I supervise some of the undergraduate students' researches. I am also responsible of the faculty timetables committee. I have an administrative role at the students’ registrar bureau as well as an advisory role being the deputy general academic advisor. Currently I am a member of the international ranking committee at PUA

Why did you go to University of Eastern Finland for staff exchange?

I believed that visiting such a reputable University would be of a great value to gain more experience, allowing me to interact and adapt with different cultures and to share experiences with the University staff members. Getting to know the newest teaching methods and how to apply them would serve me in implementing them in our University. I was interested in knowing their scheme on how they evaluate their undergraduate students, motivating them to do better. Moreover, I wanted to see their application of rubrics and how this affects the level of understanding for the students. Another aspect concerning this visit that I would have the opportunity to get involved in sharing their academic advising methods as I believe that academic advising has a great impact on our students’ education and on their success. It was important for me, as well, to be acquainted with modern technologies in caries diagnosis in Pediatric Dentistry and enrich myself with novel research methods enabling me to conduct advanced researches through hopefully collaborative work between Pharos University and the Eastern University of Finland. As a part of my role at the students’ registrar bureau, I am responsible for scheduling the courses timetable for all terms. It is challenging as I have to coordinate the lecturers’ own schedule with the availability of the provided lecture rooms. I hoped through this visit that I would enhance such skill to accomplish it with minimum time and zero error or overlaps.

How long was the exchange period?

10 days

How do studies and researches at University of Eastern Finland differ in comparison to your previous experience?

At UEF, instead of an ordinary lab with microscopes, they use multiple large touch screens for slides viewing and zooming during histological and pathological sessions. The lab is equipped with multiple tables where the students sit, and each group can watch on their large screen whatever lesions and tissues or any demonstration needed. They can zoom in to see the finest details of what’s inside the tissue cells. They can touch any part on the screen, so this is a question for the instructor to answer.

They have simulation lab which is much simulating the dental clinic. It has dental units, dental chairs, network and monitors where the student can see the demonstration live through documentation camera. They learn the right sitting position of a dentist and how to hold the handpiece and they are being evaluated for this every session. They work on phantom head attached to thorax to simulate the patient on the dental unit. They have different typodonts to simulate the different dental situations, restorations, pulp therapy, extraction, local anesthesia administration, periodontal diseases, orthodontics and restoration & pulp therapy of primary dentition

The patients’ clinic is highly equipped and uses the highest infection control measures. The students use software to upload the patient’s data and dental charting. They have rooms for making x-ray for their patient which is digitally processed and uploaded to the patient file.

Did University of Eastern Finland staff, professors, researcher and others that you met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate

Yes, they were all cooperative. Communication with them was accessible as you can knock at any door of any of the professors and the one inside will answer you with all what’s in his power and will help in any possible way.

Could you describe a regular day as a student or teacher at University of Eastern Finland?

Most of them get to the campus riding a bicycle. They start their day at 8 am whether a lecture, lab, simulator or a clinic. They have a lunch break from 11 am to 1 pm. They finish the working day by 4 pm

What was the best part of your experience at University of Eastern Finland?

They have the priorities of caries prevention as a community measure. They have difficulty in recruiting patients as dental caries is not prevailing in the country. The best part showed up when I had only one chance to see a pediatric patient. He was caries free and was smiling and cooperative during the dental examination although he was just a three year old child.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

Internal transportation from or to Helsinki airport. Although natives are so friendly but the signs were not always in English and of course getting on the wrong train or missing its departure were great problems to me.

What are your impressions of Kuopio and Finland that you visited?

Clean environment. You can breathe fresh air. Everything is on time. Quiet and non crowded streets. Very cold weather compared to Egypt. It was rainy most of the time but you can’t trace it on the ground

Is there something about life in Kuopio and Finland that has surprised, impressed you?

I was truly fascinated by the forestry there. What I saw in this country was so impressive; its cleanliness, its quietness. It is a friendly society and all citizens are decent, polite and cheerful greeting you with a smile and are most helpful.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at University of Eastern Finland?

I think it would be better in the future if the going staff will communicate with the staff there before traveling and to have a solid plan to execute upon arriving. It was a little bit foggy for both sides in the beginning. PhD students should have the chance to go and do research with the staff over there. It is not possible for dental researchers to work there on patients as they don’t have license, but this could be overcome through invitro studies.

Is there something from your experience that you can bring in to your professional role at PUA?

Definitely. I already used one of their interactive teaching methods in my lectures for senior students. I also told other staff members about these new methods and how to use them in their courses.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

Just meeting with new people and being in contact with new cultures is of great value to expand my own way of thinking.

I am Dr. Mohamed Elkholy, and I am lecturer at Computer Engineering Department Faculty of Engineering at PUA

I went to KTH as a part of staff mobility program for Erasmus+. I went there to analyse different courses and new methods of teaching and assessments. The exchange period was one month. I was chosen from the faculty of engineering after a presentation that clarify my aims of the traveling and my plans to get benefit from this program, then this presentation with repeated at the international relationship office.

Studies and research at KTH is little bit closer to the market needs. All KTH staff members were very helpful to me.

A regular day includes joining lectures and exercise and meeting with staff members. The best part of my experience was visiting research centres and super computer centre. My biggest challenge was to collect all required information in a short time

Stockholm is a very beautiful city and Sweden people re very kind.

I was not surprised from the life at Stockholm as it is very similar to life at big European cities.

I advise colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange to do their best to collect more and more information about the education process at KTH

I got experience that will help me at PUA such as new courses and new teaching methods

I am Dr. Samar Ossama el Ganainy, a lecturer in department of pharmacology & therapeutics, faculty of pharmacy. I am also the general academic advisor of the faculty. I participated in an Erasmus+ staff mobility program between PUA and UEF (University of Eastern Finland). My mobility program included a training schedule. My exchange period was 10 days.

Studies in University of Eastern Finland differ in using highly interactive methods especially with the implementation of flipped classroom project and changing the learning environment. Research in University of eastern Finland is very advanced with high-tech instruments and advanced lab facilities. Researchers’ high intellectual capability also ensures highly advanced studies in all fields.

All staff & professors at university of Eastern Finland were very cooperative and tried to help us to fulfill our timetable and arrange additional on-site meetings.

The best part of my visit to university of eastern Finland is exchanging different intellectual & cultural insights with professors and researchers. My biggest challenge is to benefit maximally from my visit time to arrange meetings and see new implemented techniques in teaching and research.

Kuopio, Finland is a small beautiful city full of lakes & forest with a charming nature. It’s very quiet especially with its small population. However, people are very kind and helpful. I was surprised how people in Kuopio, Finland love liquorice! They have a large variety of liquorice products. I was glad to see snow falling on the trees on my last day, it was a different experience for me although all people there were annoyed form snow falling almost half of the year.

My advice for colleagues at PUA who will travel to arrange their schedule before their visit for more meetings and tour visits to explore all university facilities.

The advanced teaching techniques, particularly flipped classroom techniques that I have explored in the partner university can be brought to my university especially that development of more interactive learning environment gain special focus in PUA. On the personal level, i have recognized different culture and observed a different country form my home country. I have learned about Finnish people and Finnish culture.

I travelled to JAMK University for applied science for teaching staff exchange for 5 Days. I have been nominated by my faculty dean and interviewed by high level committee assigned by the University.

The studies and researches at JAMK University for applied science differ in comparison to my previous experience as it provides:

Extensive range of interactive and self learning strategies.
Modern learning environments, skilled personnel and excellent services
Well-equipped facilities and libraries providing free computer services and Internet access.
A wide variety of interesting professional courses taught in English like concept lab, experience design , research and development as expert
An efficient, yet relaxed and international atmosphere
They got Erasmus Award for Excellence 2013.

Staff, professors, researchers and others of JAMK University for applied science were very helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate.

My regular day as a teacher at JAMK University for applied science starts by Campus tour , meetings with staff members or adminstration, then giving lecture, Lunch, complete lecture, leaving campus to make free city tour, or visit to home of a staff member.

The best part of my experience at JAMK University for applied science was giving lectures to international students, concept lab session attendance, home visit to one of the teaching staff, and attending ice hockey match.
The biggest challenge for me during my trip was the train that i have to change in a certain point within ten minutes.

My impressions of Finland and Jyväskylä city are:

Finland is a nordic country deserves being number one poulation in happiness indicator world wide, also the first educational system in Europe , and the 4th rank in education system worldwide, with population of 5 millions, and very developed transportation system , in addition to their advanced rank in technology.

Jyväskylä is a beatiful city, with very friendly and civilized population about 300 000 people .Furthermore, it is a student-friendly city offering a wide range of activities and opportunities, a modern centre for industry and learning, a “pocket size metropol” with a lively urban centre, all the services, shops, schools and work are close at hand, and a wide variety of leisure and sport activities.

My advices for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at JAMK University for applied science, that they have to focus on their predefined goals and discuss every detail in their visiting agenda, focus on practical results, new ideas and practicies. Moreover, find out the reasons behind every differnt and new teaching method. And Finally try to develop and mainatin an excellent and continous relationship with their teaching staff.

This experience added to my professional role at PUA a lot, including new practices such as innovation week, new courses like concept lab, new teaching strategies such as self-learning, and removing pressure on students (tasks due dates, and exams) preparing online courses, as well as, using the available resources effectively such as the Library.

I have taken with me from this experience on a personal level, was how to acheive the educational goals without pressure on my students, as well as, the great experience of teaching mobility for international students, experiencing new culture, and building excellent network with experts and teaching staff at JAMK University.

Why did you go to (JAMK University) for staff exchange?

- A broader understanding of practices, policies and systems in education and training at JAMK University.

- Improvment of teaching and research skills.

- Increased capacity to trigger changes in terms of modernisation and international opening within my University.

- Increased motivation and satisfaction in my daily work and share my experience to inspire my colleagues.

- Increased joint researches between the two Universities.

- Exchange experience in regards to supporting academic growth of staff.

- Increased support for mobility activities.

How long was the exchange period?

From [02/06/2019] till [08/06/2019]

How do studies and researches at (JAMK University) differ in comparison to your previous experience?

They are giving a lot of attention to student-based learning; thus, all their teaching and research activities and strategies are designed accordingly.

What was the best part of your experience at (JAMK University)?

Gaining a broader understanding of how to create an engaging and interactive studying atmosphere.

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

To find halal food.

What are your impressions of (Jyvaskyla) and (Finland) that you visited?

Very organized and clean with a lot of trees everywhere.

Is there something about life in (Jyvaskyla) and (Finland) that has surprised, impressed you?

The intensive use of bicycles for better health and more fun.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at (JAMK University)?

Try to get the benefit of every single second during your visit because there's a lot of things to be learned there.

Is there something from your experience that you can bring in to your professional role at PUA?

For sure a lot of things, for example, the exploration of innovative learning strategies and techniques, which will lead to a higher degree of innovation in teaching and research skills in our faculty and University. Increase the capacity to trigger changes in terms of modernisation and international opening within my University. Increase motivation and satisfaction in my daily work and share my experience to inspire my colleagues. Increased joint researches between the two Universities.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

More self-confidence in networking.

Why did you go to University of Eastern Finland (UEF) for staff exchange?

I was so interested in the international educational experience, visiting a university campus outside Egypt, living this spirit in a different culture, really attracted me.

Also, I was willing to explore recent advances in pharmacy practice education as we already started the new curriculum for faculty of Pharmacy which includes new courses for Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacy Practice department. So I liked to export ideas about implementation of these courses in an attractive, feasible & non-traditional way.

How long was the exchange period?

Twelve days

How do studies and researches at University of Eastern Finland (UEF) differ in comparison to your previous experience?

Research have a great priority in UEF. (PhD students have time for finishing their manuscript & they are exempted from extra activities for that)

They work in multidisciplinary groups

More time is given for practical sessions than lectures

Self-study and diaries are presented in many courses

Courses are taken over a short period of time (two weeks) and then other courses are taken

What was the best part of your experience at University of Eastern Finland (UEF)?

I was invited to a workshop for PK modelling in Turku university in collaboration with UEF

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

I needed more time, I was collecting data in very short time

What are your impressions of Kuopio and Finland that you visited?

A very quiet place and people are cooperative

Is there something about life in Kuopio and Finland that has surprised, impressed you?

They have very good knowledge about other cultures, and they have great sense of hospitality

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at University of Eastern Finland (UEF)?

I encourage them to take the challenge

Is there something from your experience that you can bring in to your professional role at PUA?

I took a lot of ideas and already implemented it, like hospital visits and writing dairy with discussion, bringing two softwares (one for undergraduates and one for postgraduates) and designing some self-learning assignments

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

I have to give attention to my research

The Aristotle University staff, professors, researcher and others that I met, are very helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate. For example, the first day, I met Professor Glavinis (the supporter) who help me to know all about the faculty of law education system, staff, student and administration (particularly the library stuff). Professor Glavinis help me to organize the lectures and workshop (best part of my experience). He invited Professors and doctoral students to participate in a workshop on the Egyptian policy in the field of gas transportation infrastructure development for the transport of natural gas from Egypt to Europe, which took place at the Faculty of Law of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Wednesday 29 May 2019, at 18:00', at the Dean's Conference Room. The workshop was taking place within the framework of the research Project "Integrating Energy Markets in the Wider Europe" implemented by the Faculty of Law of AUTh.

Concerning the undergraduate students at AUTh, earning a degree requires successful examination in a total of fifty (50) courses, including:

thirty-seven (37) mandatory courses, and
thirteen (13) elective courses.

Attending certain courses requires prior successful examination in one or more requisite courses.

Many, among the most important is that in Thessaloniki is located The Aristotle University, which is the largerst Greek University, which means many young students. Mild climate, excellent structure of the roads, hospitallity, low criminality, sea, mountain etc are also contributing in its fame as a city for young people, but also older people enjoy living in Thessaloniki. Young people are just better communicating their preference better, they may move and reestablish easier, while older people do not easily change their living practices. It’s a safe place. There are no terrorists and there is almost no crime. People are cool and in most cases friendly. It is the second biggest city in Greece. There are fast food restaurants that are open 24 hours a day. The shops are all together so you go to the city center and you have them all. There is public transport to move around.

I can tell my experience in the following points:

- Play a decisive role in academic exchange, good practices dissemination, and knowledge diffusion.

- Support multicultural co-existence, social and cultural cohesion, and promote sustainable regional development.

- Make multilateral, rather than unilateral approach, a core aspect of our work in education, research and administrative level.

- The most important is the development of some of the methods of interactive learning that I use to teach some courses.

Best regards

Walid Fahmy

Associate Professor and Vice dean of the faculty of legal Studies for student affairs

Why did you go to (Oradea university) for staff exchange?

Learn new teaching method and build up a strong relationship with staff members to invest in the future.

How long was the exchange period?

5 days

How do studies and researches at (Oradea university) differ in comparison to your previous experience?

They made integrated subject courses with each other.

The courses topics are the same but their content are different.

What was the best part of your experience at (Oradea university)?

Make a strong relationship between us and Oradea staff.

How to deal with students in academic advising?!

What was the biggest challenge for you during your trip?

They teaching courses in Romanian

What are your impressions of (Oradea) and (Romania) that you visited?

Kindly people in Oradea and, this city is known as the safest city in Romania

Is there something about life in (Oradea) and (Romania) that has surprised, impressed you?

The architect buildings.

Do you have any advice for colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at (Oradea university)?

To be kind and have contacts of people may be helpful.

What have you taken with you from this experience on a personal level?

If you have a good relation with people, they will help you to reach your goal.

I participated in Staff Mobility within the Erasmus+ program for training at school of technology, JAMK University of Applied Sciences, Jyväskylä, Finland in field of cyber security from 12th to 16th November, 2018. During my visit to JAMK University, I had multiple tasks and activities such as, attending lectures in school of technology, seminars, participation in some project, visiting labs, workshops and the library. Also I made many activities such as visiting international student services, meeting with staff members, reaserchers and exchange students from PUA as well as other universities. In addition to these I had made a presentation to IT students at JAMK universty about education at Faculty of Enginerring and facilites at Pharos University.

The studies and researches at JAMK University of Applied Sciences differ in comparison to my previous experience. Actually, JAMK has a high quality of education system. JAMK provides students with an internationally accredited education to develop their skills for the global labour market. JAMK Education system is quick to adapt and adopt innovative studding methods and techniques, for example, problem-based learning. The learning system characterized by the continuum of discussion, cooperation and seeking of information in the formation process of ideas making the finnish education unique.

Really, JAMK University of Applied Sciences staff members , professors and researchers that I met been helpful and easy to communicate, discuss and cooperate with them. Also. Spoken English for staff member was excellent that facilitated the communication between us. As well as, international relationship members at JAMK University presented me the brochures and maps that help me more inside and outside the campus. In addition to these, JAMK University has an information desk which provided me with all information I needed about, locations of study rooms, timetables and activites.

The best part of my experience at JAMK University of Applied Sciences was increasing my exposure to international experiences, connecting with professional staff members and researchers in the field of Engineering, visiting advanced labs in the electronics and cyber security, identifying new teaching and interactive learning methods in the study classes and finally identifying different culture and visiting new places.

The biggest challenge for me during my trip was the cold weather in Finland. Jyväskylä has a cold weather during the winter months, with temperatures averaging from - 22 to -3°C. During my visit in November, temperature was about 7 °C. Another challenge was difficulties with students and staff member who don`t speak English well and understand Finnish only.

Jyväskylä is a very clean and organized city. It has an excellent public transport network such as railway station and bus station which were nearby my accommodation there. The city is not crowded and has a few number of population. Finnish people are blond people and most friendly. Finland has many land scape and interesting places. Jyväskylä is surrounded by beautiful natural water in all directions, such as Jyväskylä Lakes. Also it has Jyväskylä Harbour which has a nice view. As well as , Alvara Alto Museuma which is a Finnish museum in Jyväskylä, specialized in architecture and design and functions as the national and international center on all things Aalto(i.e. Hugo Alvar Henrik Aalto was a Finnish architect and designer, his work includes architecture, furniture, textiles and glassware, as well as sculptures and paintings).

The most thing that surprised me in Jyväskylä, Finland is that most of people in Jyväskylä don`t use cars or other engine vehicles; instead they use bicycle inside the city. Also, most of shops and malls are closed at about 8:00 pm. As well as, Finish people are very athletes; Gyms are everywhere in the city.

Indeed, I want to advise my colleagues at PUA that, in the future, will do staff exchange at JAMK University of Applied Sciences to learn more and more about interactive learning techniques and methods in lectures.

I have taken more and more from this experience on a personal level. I had increased my exposure to international experiences, connected with professional staff in the field of research, investigated modern and recent software to be applied in my PhD study, and increased my knowledge in cyber security field, identified new culture, learned new ideas, suggestions and techniques to be applied in my career, also, I had learned new innovation courses. In addition to these, travelled to new place and visiting new places.

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