MSA Faculty of Biotechnology Celebrates the Excellence of Spring 2026 Graduates
The Faculty of Biotechnology at October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA) proudly celebrated the achievements of its Spring 2026 graduates during the Graduation Projects Achievement Ceremony and Project Discussion Day, held under the patronage of Professor Dr. Nader El-Bokle, President of MSA University. The event was attended by Professor Dr. Ayman Diab, Dean of the Faculty, Professor Dr. Gehan Safwat, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs, Professor Dr. Amr Ageez, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research, alongside faculty members, teaching assistants, students’ families, and distinguished guests. The ceremony marked the culmination of an exceptional academic year distinguished by innovation, academic excellence, and outstanding student accomplishments.
Throughout the academic year, 303 students successfully completed their graduation projects across more than 35 collaborating organizations, including five new partner institutions. The Faculty also hosted more than 75 external supervisors and examiners, comprising leading experts and specialists who praised the outstanding scientific quality and innovation demonstrated in the students’ projects.
The students’ projects also secured competitive funding totaling nearly EGP 1 million to support scientific research, innovation, and entrepreneurship through grants and programs funded by the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (ASRT), UNESCO, and GENZ TV.
On the research front, students published seven scientific papers, including publications in prestigious Q1 international journals such as Frontiers in Microbiology and Scientific Reports. In addition, 10 research manuscripts, involving 22 students, are currently under peer review for publication in internationally recognized scientific journals with impact factors ranging from 1.2 to 9.
The graduating students also showcased 88 innovative products and functional prototypes spanning a wide range of biotechnology applications, including nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, food industries, agriculture, environmental sustainability, drug discovery, healthcare, and industrial biotechnology. Their innovations featured antioxidant formulations, AI-powered cancer drug discovery platforms, waste-to-feed technologies, nanogels, sustainable construction materials, nano-fertilizers, water purification technologies, cosmetic products, and natural therapeutic formulations.
Students of the Faculty also achieved remarkable success by winning 38 awards across 18 national and international competitions and conferences in scientific research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. During the same academic year, students established a startup specializing in AI-powered healthcare solutions and clinical diagnostics. Additionally, several graduates were awarded scholarships to pursue postgraduate studies at internationally renowned universities, including the University of Westminster (United Kingdom) and the International University of Catalonia (Spain).
The ceremony concluded with the recognition of outstanding students, internal and external supervisors, teaching assistants, laboratory technicians, and representatives of the University’s supporting units in appreciation of their dedication and contribution to student success. These achievements reflect the Faculty of Biotechnology’s unwavering commitment to academic and research excellence, fostering innovation, creating meaningful societal impact, and preparing the next generation of researchers, innovators, and biotechnology leaders.
