Prof. Carsten Bolm is a German chemist specializing in organic synthesis and mechanochemistry. He currently holds the chair in Organic Chemistry at RWTH Aachen University and leads the Institute of Organic Chemistry there. Bolm’s research group focuses on preparative organic chemistry broadly, with historic and ongoing interests in enantioselective catalysis and organocatalysis.
Professor Dr. Mustafa Ibrahim Selim University of North Carolina School of Medicine Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology Dr. Selim is from Kafr El-Battikh, Damietta Governorate. He graduated from Damietta Military High School and earned a master’s degree in physical chemistry from the Faculty of Science, Cairo University. He also earned a doctorate in analytical chemistry and mass spectrometry from the University of Mississippi in 1980.
Prof. Hassan Elsayed is Senior Research Scientist (Associate Professor) at Medical Biotechnology, Medical Biotechnology Biotechnology Research Institute, National Research Centre. His research bridges infectious diseases, cancer therapy, and innovative drug delivery, focusing on translating discoveries into clinical solutions. He studies virus-immune-host interactions to develop peptide/VLP vaccines, repurposed antivirals for cancer, and nanoparticle delivery systems.
Prof. Dr. Yasser Attia Attia Awad Khalifa– Professor of Physical Chemistry and Head of the Photochemistry and Photobiology Department at the National Institute of Laser Sciences, Cairo University – Project Coordinator at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.Founder of the We-Nano research group and Head of the Research and Development Unit at the National Institute of Laser Sciences.Research Interests: Preparation and characterization of nanocatalysts and their environmental, industrial, and health applications.
Hakim Saibi is a Professor at the Geosciences Department of UAE University, where he has been teaching and conducting research since 2017. With an extensive background spanning over two decades, he specializes in exploration geophysics applied to diverse fields including environmental, geothermal, and geological studies.
Prof. Kamel Head of the Cellulose and Paper Department, National Research Centre (NRC), Egypt. He is interested in biomaterial systems focus on smart materials, nano composites, conducting biomaterials, macromolecules, sensors, and hydrogels. He is senior visiting professor at many world wide universities including Mississippi State University – USA.
Spectroscopy Department, Physics Research Institute, National Research Center, Egypt. He was Guest Scientist at Juelich Research Center, Germany in 2001/2002; TU-Berlin, Germany in 2007; Chinese Academy of Science in 2000, Erciyes University, CNR Rome, Italy in 2013-2018. Prof. Ibrahim is interested in Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy including: FAAS; GFAAS; UV-Vis and FTIR techniques. Molecular Modeling (Ab Initio and DFT calculations) including electronic properties and vibrational characteristics of many systems and interactions.
Assoc. Prof. Ahmed Abdelhady A. Khalil
Department of Laser Science and Interaction
National Institute of Laser Enhanced Sciences (NILES), Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
Dr. Khalil is specializing in experimental Laser Systems and Nanophotonics.His research
focuses on the fabrication and characterization of novel photodiodes based on new composite materials, particularly transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs). Dr. Khalil’s work on composite photodiodes has significant implications for fast-response
photodetection. Dr. Khalil’s research interests encompass non-linear optics, materials science, and the development of innovative photodetector technologies, which are essential for advancements in energy
harvesting and nano-optical applications.
Professor of Phytotechnology
Environmental Sciences Department, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, and Team leader, Green Technology Group Expert in International Advisory Committee of UNESCO International Man and Biosphere (MAB) Program.
Microwave and Dielectric Department Physics Research Institute, National Research Centre, Egypt. Prof. Turky is specialist in the dielectric spectroscopy and related phenomena.
Prof. Dr. Mohamed Shaltout Physical Oceanography Marine Science Department, Faculty of Science Alexandria University, Egypt
Prof. Shaltout is specialist and expert in physical oceanography in sea-level projections, ocean modeling, and climate change impacts in the Mediterranean and Red Seas. Prof. Shaltout has collaborated with top international institutes in Sweden and Italy and published over 35 scientific papers. His research and teaching have advanced the regional understanding of marine and climate dynamics.
Gas Analysis and Fire Safety Lab., Chemistry Department, National Institute of Standards (NIS), Cairo, Egypt. The research profile of Prof. Attia focuses on developing of flame retardant materials, smart textile and water treatment, nanomaterials, energy gases (H2 & CH4) storage, gas separation and greenhouse gases capture. Prof. Attia is a member of the National committee of new and advanced materials 2022-2025 and the Electricity and Energy Research Council, 2025-2028, ASRT
Prof. Engy Tarek Azouz
National Institute of laser Enhanced sciences Chemistry and physics, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.
Lecture Title: Plasmonic Phtothermal Therapy
Professor Walid Tawfik chairs the Department of Laser Applications in Metrology, Photochemistry & Agriculture at Cairo University’s National Institute of Laser Enhanced Science (NILES). His research focuses on laser spectroscopy and ultrafast lasers for environmental pollution detection and innovative cancer treatments, leading multiple international projects. Recognized among the world’s top 2% scientists in photonics (Stanford University, 2021–2024), he is a senior member of IEEE, OSA, APS, and SPIE, with extensive collaborations across leading global institutions.
Lecture Title: Innovative Laser Technologies in Environmental Protection and Biomedical Therapy