The Faculty of Physical Therapy – Horus University, participated in the launch ceremony of Egypt joining the European Horizon Europe program, organized by the organizing committee consisting of the European Union delegation to Egypt, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology, at the Marriott Zamalek Hotel in Cairo. The faculty was represented at this event by Dr. Aya Khalil, Lecturer of Biomechanics and Director of the Research Laboratory at the faculty, in the presence of Professor Dr. Al-Saeed Abdel Hadi, President of Horus University. The ceremony witnessed a morning plenary session that included opening speeches and an official announcement by the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, in addition to presentations by senior representatives of the European Commission and the European Union delegation, to review new cooperation and funding opportunities available to Egyptian institutions, including universities, research centers, SMEs, and startups, within the framework of the transitional arrangements effective since April 10, 2025.
The program also included, in the evening session, the organization of two parallel practical workshops that addressed how to identify suitable opportunities and write research project proposals capable of competing within the Horizon Europe program. The workshops were managed by specialized experts with extensive experience in managing and implementing European program projects. The college’s participation comes within its keenness to enhance international cooperation and openness to European scientific research programs, contributing to the development of research capabilities and supporting innovation among faculty members and researchers.