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Al-Mustaqbal University has strengthened its international academic presence by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and research collaboration agreement with the University of Nottingham during an official visit to the United Kingdom by the University President, Professor Hassan Shakir Majdi. The delegation also included Professor Ahmed Al-Dalimi, Dean of the College of Pharmacy, and was joined by Professor Qusay Al-Ahmadi, Iraqi Cultural Attaché in the United Kingdom The visit featured a series of extensive meetings with academic leaders and officials from the University of Nottingham and its School of Pharmacy. Discussions focused on developing a strategic partnership between the two institutions and enhancing cooperation in scientific research, academic twinning programs, dual-degree initiatives, and joint research projects aimed at advancing the quality of higher education and scientific innovation This step aligns with Al-Mustaqbal University’s vision of expanding its international network through partnerships with leading global universities. The School of Pharmacy at the University of Nottingham enjoys a distinguished international reputation and maintains strong collaborations with major pharmaceutical industry partners, providing an advanced educational and research environment At the conclusion of the visit, both parties signed an official Memorandum of Understanding between Al-Mustaqbal University and the School of Pharmacy at the University of Nottingham to promote academic and research collaboration, facilitate the exchange of expertise among faculty members and researchers, and create new opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students in pharmaceutical sciences and biotechnology The University emphasized that this agreement represents an important milestone in strengthening its international standing and expanding opportunities for scientific cooperation with world-class academic institutions, in line with its vision of advancing education and research according to international standards
Al-Mustaqbal University, under the supervision and guidance of the University President, Hassan Shakir Majdy, participated in the national workshop on activating and operating Science and Technology Parks in Iraqi universities, hosted by University of Technology under the patronage of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research The university delegation was headed by Muzaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi and included Tariq Jawad Kadhim, along with a number of officials from the university’s academic and administrative departments The workshop discussed mechanisms for activating Science and Technology Parks and their role in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship, as well as transforming research outputs into sustainable developmental and economic projects. During the event, the university delegation presented several institutional initiatives and experiences supporting innovation and digital transformation This participation reflects Al-Mustaqbal University’s commitment to strengthening the innovation ecosystem and advancing applied scientific research in a manner that contributes to achieving sustainable development goals
Al-Mustaqbal University has continued to achieve remarkable progress in its scientific publishing indicators, with 27 new research papers indexed during the last week of May 2026. This achievement reflects the growing research productivity of the university’s researchers and further strengthens its presence in prestigious international scientific journals The university has recently witnessed a notable increase in publications in Open Access journals, contributing to the wider dissemination of scientific knowledge and making research outcomes accessible to researchers as well as scientific and industrial institutions worldwide. This trend also enhances citation opportunities and increases the university’s research impact The published studies focused on several strategic fields of global importance, including artificial intelligence applications and digital transformation, renewable energy and energy efficiency, materials engineering and advanced technologies, modern industrial technologies and environmental sustainability, as well as engineering and medical applications that serve society In this context, the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Professor Hassan Shaker Majdy, emphasized the importance of directing research efforts toward publishing in reputable international journals and focusing on applied research that can be utilized and invested in industry, technology, and the knowledge economy, thereby strengthening the university’s role in supporting development and innovation This progress is aligned with the university’s vision of adopting the concepts of the Productive University and Fourth-Generation Universities through integrating education and scientific research with innovation, entrepreneurship, and labor market needs, while fostering an environment that supports creativity and technological advancement Furthermore, the launch of the Al-Mustaqbal University Artificial Intelligence Council represents a strategic step in supporting this direction by promoting the integration of artificial intelligence technologies into education, scientific research, and university administration, while strengthening the university’s innovation ecosystem through science parks, business incubators, innovation accelerators, and technology transfer projects Al-Mustaqbal University continues to consolidate its position among Iraq’s leading universities in scientific research and sustainability, supported by an advanced research environment and an extensive network of international academic partnerships. These efforts contribute to promoting innovation, facilitating technology transfer, achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, and serving society These ongoing achievements reaffirm that Al-Mustaqbal University is moving steadily toward building an integrated university model that combines academic excellence, scientific research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and community service, in line with its vision of becoming a leading regional hub for knowledge, technology, and sustainable development
The Scientific Affairs Department at Al-Mustaqbal University participated in the interactive seminar on the Arab University Ranking – Fourth Edition 2026, which was held today with broad participation from representatives of Arab universities and academic institutions concerned with monitoring university ranking indicators and enhancing institutional performance Representing Al-Mustaqbal University at the seminar were Professor Dr. Tariq Jawad Kadhim, Director of the Scientific Affairs Department, and Mr. Ali Abbas Abdul Hussein, Director of the International Rankings Unit within the Scientific Affairs Department. Their participation reflects the university’s commitment to keeping pace with developments in academic rankings and strengthening its presence in regional and scientific forums Participants emphasized the importance of benefiting from the seminar’s outcomes in developing university ranking strategies, contributing to improved institutional performance and enhanced academic and research indicators, in line with Al-Mustaqbal University’s efforts to strengthen its position in local, regional, and international rankings This participation comes as part of Al-Mustaqbal University’s ongoing efforts to keep up with global developments in academic rankings and to advance its quality assurance and institutional accreditation systems, supporting its vision of excellence and leadership in higher education and scientific research
Al-Mustaqbal University continues to achieve remarkable progress in global research excellence indicators, reinforcing its position among leading Iraqi and regional universities through sustained growth in scientific publications and academic impact, according to the latest Scopus database statistics updated on May 30, 2026 The data revealed that the university’s researchers have published 6,518 Scopus-indexed scientific papers, while its H-index increased to 90, one of the most widely recognized global indicators for measuring scientific impact and research citations The university also recorded the publication of 357 new scientific papers during 2026 to date, reflecting the growing research momentum across its colleges and research centers, as well as its continued commitment to supporting high-quality scientific output In line with its dedication to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the indicators showed that Al-Mustaqbal University has produced 4,346 scientific publications related to the SDGs, demonstrating its commitment to utilizing scientific research to address priority social, environmental, and economic challenges at the global level The university’s most prominent research contributions are distributed across key areas, including Good Health and Well-Being, Affordable and Clean Energy, Clean Water and Sanitation, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, and Climate Action, further strengthening its role in promoting sustainable development and providing scientific solutions to contemporary challenges These indicators confirm Al-Mustaqbal University’s success in fostering a research environment that encourages creativity and innovation, enhancing international scientific collaboration, and supporting researchers and students. Such efforts continue to strengthen the university’s academic presence and consolidate its position among leading higher education institutions
Launched by Al-Mustaqbal University, the “Future Council for University Artificial Intelligence” serves as a strategic platform aimed at leading digital and knowledge transformation within the university, while linking education, scientific research, and entrepreneurship with future demands. The initiative reflects the university’s vision of building a smart and innovative academic model that supports the knowledge economy and sustainable development The council was officially announced during a ceremony attended by the University President, Hassan Shaker Majdy, alongside a number of academic and administrative leaders, faculty members, and researchers interested in the fields of artificial intelligence and digital transformation The University President emphasized that the establishment of the council represents a new phase in institutional and academic development through the integration of artificial intelligence technologies into education, administration, scientific research, and university services, thereby enhancing the university’s competitiveness locally and internationally The ceremony also featured a working paper presented by Muzaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi, highlighting the council’s vision, objectives, and future pathways in supporting innovation, scientific research, and digital transformation
Al-Mustaqbal University continued to strengthen its international academic presence after Engineer Ali Zwain, Director of the International Rankings Unit at the Department of Scientific Affairs, was selected as a member of the judging committee for the QS Reimagine Education Awards & Conference 2026, scheduled to be held in London, United Kingdom, on December 7–8, 2026 This selection reflects the expertise possessed by Al-Mustaqbal University in the fields of international rankings and higher education quality development, as well as its growing role in supporting academic innovation and expanding engagement with global academic forums The QS Awards are considered among the most prominent international events specialized in advancing higher education and highlighting innovative initiatives that contribute to creating transformative change within academic institutions worldwide
Al-Mustaqbal University advanced its path of Arab academic cooperation by receiving a high-level academic delegation from Mansoura University headed by Sherif Youssef Khater, as part of an official visit aimed at following up on joint postgraduate programs and reviewing the reality of the educational experience hosted at the university The visit included an academic meeting with students enrolled in the postgraduate programs hosted at Al-Mustaqbal University, which include the Master’s programs in Public International Law and Administrative Law, in the presence of the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Hassan Shaker Majdy, Mohamed Attia El Bayoumi, and Ammar Al-Husseini, amid distinguished academic interaction from the participating students During the meeting, the President of Mansoura University affirmed that the scientific cooperation between the two universities represents an advanced model of Arab academic integration, praising the efforts exerted by Al-Mustaqbal University in providing a solid educational environment for postgraduate students and supporting joint academic programs in a way that contributes to enhancing the quality of higher education For his part, the President of Al-Mustaqbal University expressed his pride in the strategic partnership with Mansoura University, stressing that this cooperation reflects the university’s orientation toward expanding the horizons of quality higher education within Iraq and strengthening joint Arab academic presence, in addition to providing all scientific and administrative requirements that ensure the success and sustainability of the joint postgraduate programs The visit also witnessed the announcement of a qualitative expansion in the hosted postgraduate programs after obtaining the approval of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to host the Master of Business Administration program from the Faculty of Commerce at Mansoura University within the College of Administrative Sciences at Al-Mustaqbal University. In addition, the admission plan for the programs of Public International Law, Administrative Law, and Business Administration was increased to twenty students for each program Accordingly, the number of postgraduate programs hosted at Al-Mustaqbal University in cooperation with Universiti Sains Malaysia and Mansoura University has risen to five qualitative programs, in a step that reflects the growing regional confidence in the academic experience offered by the university At the conclusion of his visit, the President of Mansoura University sent a message of appreciation to the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, expressing his gratitude for the warm reception and generous hospitality, affirming that the visit contributed to strengthening academic relations between the two universities and opened new horizons for joint scientific cooperation Professor Sherif Youssef Khater also called on students to continue academic excellence and achieve advanced academic results, as they represent the first cohort of one of the most prominent academic partnership projects between Iraqi and Egyptian universities at the postgraduate level