The Faculty of Science, Tanta University is very pleased to invite you to take part in the Ninth International Symposium on Geophysics (ISG-9) which will be held in the duration from 21 to 22 November, 2016 under the title of “Geophysical Advances in Prospection for Conventional and Unconventional Economic Resources”. It is worth mentioning that the Symposium will be held under the auspices of Prof. Ashraf El Shihy, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Referring to its role a meeting point for cultures and civilizations, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina (BA) has established an African Research portal to improve research publications for professors and students as well as raising the digital challenge in order to develop African innovation through the use of science and technology in networks that extend throughout Africa. The new goal set by the BA is to connect those with common interests and expertise to hasten the development of knowledge and enable immediate sharing of knowledge and contributions.

For more information: http://afn.bibalex.org/GeneralPortal.aspx

The Library just produced a wonderful video on BA Africa which describe our efforts to build research capacity in Africa. Please review this at: https://www.facebook.com/1712811632308154/videos/1746414095614574/. It is this backbone we are using to build statistical capacity in Africa and Arab countries.

With coordination of the Student Unions of Universities, Benha University has won 6 medals in Ain Shams University Forum for the People with Special Needs under the auspices of Prof. Dr. Ali Shams El Din, the University President and Prof. Dr. Soliman Mustafa, the University Vice-president for Education and Students' Affairs.