The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) has been shortlisted for the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Arab World 2026 in the category of:
Research Project of the Year – Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
This prestigious recognition celebrates a groundbreaking research project led by Prof. Nashwa Elyamany, Professor of Computational Linguistics and Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research at the College of Language and Communication, AASTMT. The project was made possible through the dedication, expertise, and collaborative efforts of an outstanding multidisciplinary research team.
Being shortlisted among leading higher education institutions across the Arab world is a significant achievement that reflects AASTMT's growing reputation for research excellence and innovation. It underscores the Academy's commitment to producing impactful, interdisciplinary research that addresses contemporary challenges and contributes meaningfully to the advancement of knowledge and society.
The Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Arab World are among the region's most prestigious higher education awards, recognizing outstanding achievements in research, teaching, innovation, and institutional excellence across universities in the Arab world.
This shortlisting represents an important milestone for AASTMT and highlights the Academy's continued success in fostering a vibrant research culture and strengthening its international academic standing.
AASTMT extends its sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to this achievement and looks forward to the announcement of the winners later this year.
