All praise is due to Allah, who taught by the pen, taught man that which he knew not. May peace and blessings be upon the noblest of Prophets and Messengers, our Prophet Muhammad, and upon his family and companions.
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to this platform, which sheds light on one of the most vital pillars of university work and one of the most influential drivers of development and intellectual advancement. The mission of a university is not fulfilled merely through teaching and the transmission of knowledge; rather, its standing is strengthened through rigorous scientific research that generates new knowledge, offers innovative solutions to pressing challenges, and contributes to building a competitive knowledge-based economy.
Al Wasl University has placed scientific research at the very heart of its strategic vision, in full recognition that the progress of societies can only be achieved by investing in minds and creative capacities. Accordingly, we are committed to supporting researchers, providing a stimulating academic environment, and fostering local and international partnerships that enable the exchange of expertise and the integration of efforts.
We strive to cultivate a culture of high-quality academic publishing in internationally indexed journals, to encourage patents and innovations, and to support research initiatives that directly respond to the needs of society and its developmental priorities. Because research is a shared responsibility, we devote particular attention to strengthening the capacities of postgraduate students and early-career researchers, so that they may become the nucleus of a generation capable of leading the future and anticipating solutions.
Our efforts also extend to developing specialized research centers and hosting multidisciplinary research projects that reflect contemporary trends and serve pathways of comprehensive development. In this spirit, I call upon all colleagues, researchers, faculty members, and students to seize the opportunities and resources provided by the University and to participate actively in building a robust research ecosystem capable of advancing our strategic aspirations.
I pray that Allah grants us all success in what is good and beneficial and assists us in carrying this noble scholarly mission in the service of knowledge, science, and society.
Vice Chancellor for Scientific Research
Prof. Iyad Ahmad Ibrahim
