Speech of the Vice Dean for Graduate Studies

Applied scientific research in the pharmaceutical industry plays a crucial role in achieving Egypt’s Vision 2030 by enhancing healthcare, developing innovative drugs, improving treatment protocols, and ensuring the safety and efficacy of medications. Therefore, pharmaceutical companies invest significantly in scientific research and development (R&D) to discover new therapeutic compounds, enhance drug formulations, and optimize manufacturing processes. Advances in scientific research help address health challenges and bridge both local and international therapeutic gaps.

Helwan University strives to be a leading institution among fourth-generation universities, playing a vital role in advancing scientific research and innovation in the pharmaceutical industry, distinguishing itself from traditional academic institutions. To achieve this, the university’s research sector encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, industrial partnerships, and entrepreneurship. It integrates digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and smart technologies into research and active learning, equipping graduates with the skills needed to meet the evolving demands of the pharmaceutical sector.

The Faculty of Pharmacy at Helwan University is committed to offering a diverse range of postgraduate programs, including diploma programs in specialized and emerging fields, Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), master’s, and Ph.D. programs in pharmaceutical sciences across various applied disciplines. This commitment ensures the activation of applied research in pharmacy, focusing on transforming fundamental scientific discoveries into practical solutions that benefit patients and healthcare systems. Collaboration between academia, industry, and healthcare institutions strengthens this field and fosters innovation that directly impacts public health and the pharmaceutical market.

The postgraduate programs at the Faculty of Pharmacy are distinguished by their focus on training and qualifying both Egyptian and international researchers. These programs provide access to cutting-edge research facilities and enable the acquisition of essential skills and competencies in applied pharmaceutical research, particularly in drug research and development.