The First Academic Forum for Yemeni Researchers in Malaysia - 2024

The First Academic Forum for Yemeni Researchers in Malaysia

Introduction

The International Sustainable Research and Education Network (ISREN) pays great attention to strengthening ties between Yemeni researchers and academics abroad and at home, and the necessity of exchanging different experiences and expertise, and sharing ideas on ways to advance the educational and research process in Yemen. Therefore, the initiative of the first academic forum for Yemeni researchers in Malaysia came to contribute to all of this by bringing together these minds with educational and research cadres in a number of Yemeni universities, at home, under the umbrella of the forum. The first launch of this initiative comes under the generous sponsorship of our country's embassy and its cultural attaché in Malaysia, represented by Ambassador Dr. Adel Bahumid and Cultural Advisor Dr. Ahmed Al-Khadami, and in organizational partnership with the Yemeni Center for Studies and the Yemeni Students Union in Malaysia, and with the grateful support of Al-Hamra Restaurant, Al-Muheet Tourism Company, and Al-Nubalaa Education and Training Company.

The First Academic Forum for Yemeni Researchers in Malaysia

Objectives

  • Highlight the role of migrating minds in enriching the educational process and developing scientific research in Yemen and Malaysia.
  • Enhance communication between Yemeni academics abroad and inside Yemen to find creative solutions to educational challenges in Yemen.
  • Establish research and educational partnerships with Yemeni universities by investing in the expertise of Yemenis abroad, in collaboration with the International Network for Sustainable Research and Education.
  • Contribute to the development of education and scientific research quality through joint projects between Yemeni and Malaysian universities.

Guest Speakers

Forum Guests: The forum hosts three prominent scholars who have significantly contributed to research and science with remarkable achievements and have devoted themselves sincerely to sharing their experiences, knowledge, and expertise. Their scientific backgrounds vary and include education sciences, medical sciences, and engineering sciences.

Event Time & Place

Date

November 18, 2024

Time

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Venue

IRC Hall, UNITIN University, Putrajaya, Malaysia.

Online

Via video platforms in coordination with Yemeni universities.

Topics Covered

Quality of education and ways to enable it in Yemeni universities

The role of Yemeni researchers abroad in promoting innovation and transferring expertise to Yemeni universities

The Malaysian Experience in Sustaining Research and Education: Innovative Solutions for a Changing World

Guest Speakers

Forum Guests: The forum hosts three prominent scholars who have significantly contributed to research and science with remarkable achievements and have devoted themselves sincerely to sharing their experiences, knowledge, and expertise. Their scientific backgrounds vary and include education sciences, medical sciences, and engineering sciences.

  • Prof. Dr. Dawood Abdulmalek Yahya Al-Hidabi

    Prof. Dr. Dawood Abdulmalek Yahya Al-Hidabi

    Professor of Education at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)

    • Graduated from the Faculty of Education, Sana'a University, in 1977, and obtained a high diploma in teaching physics. He earned his master’s and doctorate degrees in education from Britain (1980–1986).
    • Worked as a professor at Sana'a University from 1987 to 2015 and founded and chaired the University of Science and Technology in Yemen (1994–2007). He was later appointed Vice-Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the University of Science and Technology.
    • Currently serves as a professor of education at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) since 2016. He also worked as Assistant Vice-Chancellor for International Relations at IIUM and was the Director of the International Institute for Muslim Unity.
    • Chaired the Quality Assurance and Accreditation Authority of the Federation of Islamic World Universities (ISESCO). He has provided numerous training sessions and institutional, educational, administrative, and social consultations to various local and international organizations.
    • Published over 140 research papers and supervised more than 150 master's and doctoral theses. He is the editor-in-chief of three peer-reviewed scientific journals and serves as an advisory member of other journals.
    • Interested in curricula and teaching methods, university leadership, evaluating and developing university performance, strategic planning, quality assurance, accreditation, governance, and knowledge integration.
  • Prof. Dr. Nasser Hussein Zawia

    Prof. Dr. Nasser Hussein Zawia

    Professor, Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences - University of Rhode Island, USA

    • Served as Dean of Graduate Studies at the University of Rhode Island for ten years.
    • Founded the Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program and played a pivotal role in establishing the George & Anne Ryan Institute for Neurosciences.
    • Held the position of Associate Director of the Rhode Island Biomedical Research Network, connecting eight universities across the state.
    • Earned a PhD from the University of California, received additional training at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and held academic positions in Yemen and Qatar as a visiting professor.
    • Focuses his research on Alzheimer’s disease and neurological disorders, repurposed a drug to treat Alzheimer’s, and obtained orphan drug status from the US FDA and EMA. Clinical trials are currently under final review by the FDA.
    • Secured significant research funding from the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF).
    • Chaired grant review panels at the NIH and served on editorial boards for leading neuroscience journals.
    • Received numerous awards, including those from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), NIH, and various international organizations.
  • Prof. Ir. Dr. Yousri Sri Bin Yosof

    Prof. Ir. Dr. Yousri Sri Bin Yosof

    Professor of Education at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)

    • Prof. Ir. Dr. Yousri Sri Bin Yosof is a prominent figure in the Faculty of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM).
    • He serves as a member of the University Board and has made significant contributions to the Academic Accreditation Council for over a decade.
    • He holds a PhD in Manufacturing Engineering from Loughborough University, UK, with a distinguished research background in manufacturing engineering.
    • He was appointed as a visiting professor at the Islamic University in Medina, Saudi Arabia.
    • He is a Professional Engineer (PE) certified as an ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineer (ACPE).
    • With over 22 years of teaching experience, he has been selected as a keynote speaker at numerous conferences.
    • His research interests focus on smart manufacturing and CNC machines, and he has published approximately 100 Scopus-indexed scientific papers.
    • He secured funding for 20 research projects worth a total of nearly RM2 million from prestigious grants such as the Science Fund (MOSTI) and Prototype Research Grant Scheme (PRGS).
    • He actively participates in various international engineering organizations, including the Science and Engineering Institute (SCIEI), World Academy of Science, Engineering, and Technology (WASET), and the International Association for Engineering Technology (IAET).
    • His contributions have significantly advanced engineering education and scientific research at both national and international levels.

The event Sponsores

Embassy of the Republic of Yemen in Malaysia

Embassy of the Republic of Yemen in Malaysia

Embassy of the Republic of Yemen in Malaysia

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In collaboration with

Yemenyoon Center for Studies

Yemenyoon Center for Studies Visit Website

Yemeni Students' Union - Malaysia

Yemeni Students' Union - Malaysia Visit Website

Event Supporters

Almohit Travel and Tours

Almohit Travel and Tours Visit Website

AL HAMRAR RESTAURANTS

AL HAMRAR RESTAURANTS Visit Website

Greates Study - Promising future

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Partners

University of Saba Region

University of Saba Region

Seiyun University

Seiyun University

Holey Quran and Islamic Sciences University

Holey Quran and Islamic Sciences University

University of Science and Technology

University of Science and Technology

Sarh Marib College for Health Science and Technology

Sarh Marib College for Health Science and Technology

Albaydha University

Albaydha University

Alsaeed University

Alsaeed University

Organizing Committee

Chair

Dr. Abdullah Faisal Al-Shalif

د. عبدالله فيصل الشليف

Dr. Abdullah Faisal Al-Shalif

Secretary

Dr. Abdulrahman Amer

د. عبدالرحمن عامر

Dr. Abdulrahman Amer

Treasurer

Abdullah Aysh Qasem Dahawi

عبدالله عايش قاسم ضحوي

Abdullah Aysh Qasem Dahawi

Reception & Registration Committee

Tarek Mohamed Mahmoud Said Mohamed

طارق محمد محمود سعيد محمد

Tarek Mohamed Mahmoud Said Mohamed

Logistic Committee

Abdulrahman Faisal Alnoor

عبدالرحمن فيصل النور

Abdulrahman Faisal Alnoor

Yaser Almatari

ياسر المطري

Yaser Almatari

Technical Committee

Mohammed Abdulrahman Abdullah Obadi

محمد عبدالرحمن عبد الله عبادي

Mohammed Abdulrahman Abdullah Obadi

Mohammed A Mansour

محمد علي منصور

Mohammed A Mansour

Design and Editing

Salman Alabd

سلمان العبد

Salman Alabd

Anas

انس

Anas

The Program

Explore the schedule for our upcoming event

Registration

10:00 am – 10:30 am

Introductory Session & Panel Discussion

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Break (Lunch & Prayer)

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Session 1: Opening Ceremony

  • 2:00 pm – 2:10 pm Quran & Doa’a Recitation
  • 2:10 pm – 2:20 pm Yemeni & Malaysian Anthem
  • 2:20 pm – 2:30 pm Welcoming Speech by Dr. Abdullah Faisal Al-Shalif, ISREN CEO
  • 2:30 pm – 2:40 pm Welcoming Speech by Dr. Ahmed Ali Mohammed Al-Khadhmi, Cultural Counselor
  • 2:40 pm – 2:55 pm Welcoming Speech by Dr. Adel BaHamid, Ambassador of Yemen in Malaysia
  • 2:55 pm – 3:00 pm Appreciation

Session 2: Keynote Speeches

  • 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm Keynote Speech I
  • 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm Discussions
  • 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm Keynote Speech II
  • 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm Break (Prayer, Hi Tea)
  • 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm Keynote Speech III
  • 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm Discussions

Closing Session

6:30 pm – 7:00 pm