In a new step toward expanding international academic and research cooperation and strengthening scientific partnerships with universities worldwide, Ain Shams University is organizing a free international workshop entitled "eHealth Research and Innovation: Sharing Projects and Exploring Collaborative Opportunities with the University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain." The workshop will take place on Monday, November 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., at the Innovation and Training Sector headquarters in the IHUB Building, University Dormitories (Male Students).

The workshop will be held under the patronage of Prof. Mohamed Diaa Zain El-Abedeen, President of Ain Shams University, and Prof. Amany Osama Kamel, Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Research, under the supervision of Prof. Neveen Assem, CEO of the University's Innovation and Training Sector.

The workshop will feature Prof. Ramón Ángel Bouzas Lorenzo, Professor of Political Science and Public Policy at the University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain. He will present a range of research and applied projects in the field of digital health, providing opportunities for exchanging expertise and discussing potential scientific and research collaboration between the two universities.

The workshop is organized within the framework of the academic exchange agreement for faculty staff, teaching assistants, and students under the Erasmus+ Program. It reflects Ain Shams University's commitment to activating international cooperation agreements and transforming institutional frameworks into productive research and applied partnerships that facilitate knowledge exchange, promote the sharing of expertise, and support the development of joint research projects with scientific and societal impact.

The workshop focuses on digital health (eHealth), one of the rapidly evolving fields driving the development of healthcare systems worldwide. By leveraging technology and innovation to improve the quality of healthcare services, develop digital solutions, and enhance the efficiency of healthcare systems, this field opens new opportunities for interdisciplinary research collaboration across medical, technological, and scientific disciplines.

The workshop will also provide participants with opportunities to explore research and innovation projects in digital health, discuss emerging trends and the future of scientific research in this field, and identify opportunities to launch joint research projects. It will encourage the exchange of expertise among researchers and faculty members and establish channels for scientific communication, paving the way for sustainable international academic and research partnerships.

Such initiatives also reflect Ain Shams University's commitment to strengthening its position on the international research landscape, maximizing the benefits of cooperation agreements and academic partnerships, supporting the internationalization of scientific research, and fostering an environment conducive to innovation and knowledge exchange. These efforts enhance the university's competitiveness and reinforce its role in keeping pace with global scientific and technological advancements.

Participation is free, and registration is available through the following link:

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