As the new academic year begins, and recognizing that healthy nutrition is the foundation of healthy growth, concentration, and academic achievement, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute (TBRI), under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz, Acting Director of the Institute and Chairman of the Board, is organizing an educational awareness day entitled: “School Nutrition: Towards a More Informed and Healthier Generation”

Professor Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz, Acting Director of Theodor Bilharz Research Institute and Chairman of the Board of Directors, extends his sincere congratulations and best wishes to Professor Dr. El-Sayed Ibrahim Kandil on the occasion of the renewal of confidence in his leadership as President of Capital University.

In a move aimed at fostering scientific awareness among the youth and embracing initiatives that build a technology-savvy generation, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute has joined the "Children's University" program. This initiative a prominent platform for scientific research and technology allows children to gain early exposure to various fields of scientific knowledge and discover their creative talents.

In celebration of World Patient Safety Day, observed annually on September 17, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute (TBRI) organized a scientific and awareness-raising event under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz, Acting Director of the Institute and Chairman of the Board of Directors. The event was organized by the Community Service and Environmental Development Committee with the aim of raising awareness of patient safety concepts and promoting practices that contribute to the provision of safe healthcare. It also provided patients and healthcare professionals with a range of guidance and recommendations related to patient safety.

As part of Theodor Bilharz Research Institute’s ongoing efforts to promote interdisciplinary integration across medical specialties, the Institute organized a joint scientific day bringing together the Clinical Nutrition Unit and the Department of Hepatogastroenterology. The event aimed to highlight the vital role of clinical nutrition in patient care and the importance of incorporating early nutritional assessment and intervention into treatment plans, thereby contributing to improved quality of healthcare services provided to patients.

The Theodor Bilharz Research Institute participates in World Patient Safety Day activities throughout a full week, raising awareness of patient safety through a range of educational instructions and guidance on safe healthcare practices.

As part of the Theodor Bilharz Research Institute’s participation in World Patient Safety Day, the Institute presents information and guidelines to raise awareness about the importance of safe medication use—specifically by avoiding medication errors and minimizing harm caused by improper use.

Prof. Ahmed Abdelaziz, Acting Director of the Theodor Bilharz Research Institute and Chairman of the Board, extends his sincere congratulations to Prof. Omar Sherif Omar, Professor at Kasr Al Ainy Faculty of Medicine, on the decision of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research to renew his confidence in him and reassign him as Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of University Hospitals.

Professor Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz, Acting Director of Theodor Bilharz Research Institute and Chairman of the Board of Directors, extends his sincere congratulations to Professor Dr. Hisham Ali Hashem on his appointment as President of the Ophthalmic Research Institute. Professor Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz wishes him continued success in his duties, a sustained legacy of excellence and dedication, and further achievements in the service of scientific research.

Professor Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz, Acting Director of Theodor Bilharz Research Institute and Chairman of the Board of Directors, extends his sincere congratulations to Professor Dr. Walaa Mohamed Sheta, CEO of the Science, Technology & Innovation Funding Authority (STDF), on the issuance of the Prime Minister’s decision appointing him as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Egyptian Knowledge Bank. Professor Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz wishes him continued success in his new responsibilities, as well as further achievements and contributions to advancing the higher education and scientific research system and supporting Egypt’s journey toward knowledge and innovation.

Professor Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz, Acting Director of Theodor Bilharz Research Institute and Chairman of the Board of Directors, extends his sincere congratulations to Professor Dr. Maged Mohamed El-Sadek Ahmed, Supervisor of the National Scientific and Technological Information Network at the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology, on the issuance of the Prime Minister’s decision assigning him to serve as General Supervisor of the Egyptian Knowledge Bank, in addition to his current position.

As part of Theodor Bilharz Research Institute’s commitment to expanding the horizons of international scientific and research cooperation, strengthening partnerships with specialized research institutions, and under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz, Acting Director of the Institute and Chairman of the Board, the Institute hosted a delegation of expert professors and researchers from the Jiangsu Institute of Parasitic Diseases (JIPD), People’s Republic of China.