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Publication No. 1 - May 2026
Repercussions of the U.S.–Israeli–Iranian Geopolitical Escalation (2026) on Higher Education in the Arab World
Association of Arab Universities - Department of Research and Studies
Pages: 1–18
This report analyzes the direct and structural impacts of the U.S.–Israeli–Iranian geopolitical and military escalation in 2026 on higher education in the Arab world, including educational continuity, forced digital transformation, cybersecurity threats, academic mobility, and institutional resilience.
View PublicationPublication No. 2 - October 2021
The Impact of COVID-19 on Arab Higher Education
Association of Arab Universities
Based on a survey conducted by the International Association of Universities (IAU)
Pages: 1–10
This study examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on higher education institutions across the Arab region. It addresses institutional governance, financial challenges, teaching and learning, research, academic partnerships, digital transformation, and the ability of universities to continue their educational activities during the pandemic.
View PublicationPublication No. 3 - October 2022
Association of Arab Universities Survey on Global Climate Change-Related Efforts and Road Map
Association of Arab Universities
Report Development Team: Prof. Dr. Amr Ezzat Salama, Prof. Dr. Hesham Mohamed El-Askary, and Dr. Najm Aleessawi
Pages: 1–34
This report explores the role of Arab universities in addressing climate change and evaluates the research efforts undertaken to reduce its negative effects. Based on a survey of academics from different disciplines, it presents findings related to climate awareness, environmental risks, sustainable development goals, disaster preparedness, and a future road map for Arab universities.
View PublicationPublication No. 4 - July 2020
Looking Ahead to Future Life After the Coronavirus Pandemic: Implications and Expectations
Prof. Dr. Amr Ezzat Salama
Secretary General of the Association of Arab Universities
Pages: 1–11
This research paper examines the expected changes resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic across health, economic, social, educational, and technological fields. It presents forward-looking perspectives on public-health reform, economic resilience, digital transformation, changes in educational methods and tools, and social adaptation.
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