Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Aziz, Acting Director and Chairman of the Board of the Theodor Bilharz Research Institute (TBRI), announced the inclusion of three of the Institute’s research staff members in the list of the world’s most influential scientists for 2026, according to the Stanford University ranking. The listed scientists are: Prof. Dr. El-Sayed Saleh Abdel-Hameed, Professor of Medicinal Chemistry and Acting Head of the Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Medicinal Chemistry Division (recognized for the fifth time); Prof. Dr. Mosad Ahmed Ghareeb, Professor in the Medicinal Chemistry Department, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Medicinal Chemistry Division (recognized for the fourth consecutive year); and Prof. Dr. Amina Mohamed Ibrahim, Professor in the Medical Malacology Department, Environmental Research and Medical Malacology Division.

In a new achievement reflecting Theodor Bilharz Research Institute’s commitment to keeping pace with the latest global surgical technologies and strengthening its role as an advanced platform for medical training and knowledge transfer, the Institute’s Urology Department, in collaboration with United Trade Alliance (UTA) and Potent, organized a specialized international surgical training course, HoLEP Live Surgery Course, focusing on Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).

As part of its role in promoting health and community awareness, and its commitment to fostering the principles of disease prevention from an early age, the Theodore Bilharz Research Institute (TBRI) organized an educational and awareness day to coincide with the beginning of the new academic year, under the title “School Nutrition… Toward a More Aware and Healthier Generation.” The event was held under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel Aziz, Acting Director of the Institute and Chairman of the Board, and was organized by the Institute’s Clinical Nutrition Unit.

Under the patronage of Prof. Ahmed Abdel Aziz, Director of Theodor Bilharz Research Institute and Chairman of the Board, we are pleased to announce the publication of the third issue (September 2026) of the Journal of Theodor Bilharz Research Institute for Medical Sciences (JTBRIMS).

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.