Projects, Grants, and Strategic Initiatives

Erasmus+ Strategic Partnership: Institutional Cooperation and Modernization

Framework: Erasmus+ Key Action 2 (Strategic Partnerships)

Role: Institutional Coordinator / Partnership Lead

Period: 2022–2025 (indicative)

Focus: Academic mobility, curriculum modernization, digital learning, quality assurance alignment

Partners: European universities and higher education institutions

Outcomes: Enhanced institutional capacity, improved student and staff mobility, modernized academic programs

Horizon Europe Research Consortium: Water Security and Climate Resilience

Framework: Horizon Europe Cluster 6 (Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture)

Role: Proposal Development Lead / Partnership Coordinator

Research Area: Water resources, climate adaptation, environmental sustainability

Geographic Scope: Mediterranean region, Middle East, arid environments

Focus: Interdisciplinary research on sustainable water management and climate resilience

PRIMA (Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean)

Framework: EU-Mediterranean Research and Innovation Programme

Role: Partnership Development and Coordination

Research Focus: Water security, sustainable agriculture, environmental management, climate change mitigation

Geographic Scope: Mediterranean basin and Middle East region

Strategic Goals: Strengthen research capacity, promote North-South cooperation, address regional challenges

Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) Programme

Framework: EU Capacity Building in Higher Education

Role: Institutional Development Lead

Focus: Institutional capacity building, academic governance, research infrastructure development

Target: Palestinian and Middle Eastern higher education institutions

Outcomes: Improved institutional management, enhanced research capacity, strengthened international partnerships

INTERREG NEXT MED: Mediterranean Cooperation Initiative

Framework: INTERREG NEXT Mediterranean (EU Territorial Cooperation)

Role: Regional Partner Coordinator

Focus: Regional development, academic cooperation, knowledge exchange, joint projects

Partners: Universities and institutions across Mediterranean countries

Impact: Strengthened regional networks, joint research initiatives, improved cross-border collaboration

Jean Monnet Module: European Integration and Mediterranean Studies

Framework: Erasmus+ Jean Monnet Actions

Role: Academic Coordinator / Curriculum Developer

Focus: Teaching and research on European integration, Mediterranean cooperation, international relations

Target Audience: University students and faculty

Outcomes: Enhanced understanding of EU frameworks, stronger academic networks, improved student knowledge

Bologna Process Alignment and Implementation Project

Focus: Alignment of Palestinian higher education with Bologna Process requirements and European standards

Role: Technical Advisor / Implementation Lead

Key Areas: Degree structures, credit systems, quality assurance, qualification frameworks

Partners: Palestinian universities, Ministry of Higher Education, European advisors

Outcomes: Policy reforms, curriculum alignment, improved institutional governance, enhanced international recognition

Micro-Credentials and Recognition Framework Development

Focus: Development and implementation of micro-credentials, digital badges, and competency-based recognition

Role: Framework Design and Coordination

Purpose: Enable lifelong learning, recognize shorter cycles of study, enhance workforce readiness

Implementation: Institutional pilots, digital platforms, stakeholder engagement

Impact: New learning pathways, improved student mobility, enhanced institutional competitiveness

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Framework

Focus: Development of frameworks for recognizing and validating prior learning experiences

Role: Framework Developer and Institutional Coordinator

Purpose: Facilitate access to higher education, recognize non-formal and informal learning, support career development

Scope: Institutional and national levels

Outcomes: Improved access, enhanced equity, stronger lifelong learning culture

CIMEA Middle East Recognition Initiative

Organization: CIMEA (Italian Academic Recognition Centre)

Role: Regional Coordinator for Middle East Region

Focus: Academic credential recognition, quality assurance, transparency in higher education systems

Activities: Information provision, policy advice, training, institutional development

Impact: Improved recognition of qualifications, enhanced student mobility, better policy alignment

Institutional Quality Assurance and Accreditation Development

Focus: Development and implementation of quality assurance systems aligned with European standards

Role: Dean of Planning, Development and Quality (Previous Position)

Period: 2020–2021 and ongoing consultation

Areas: Institutional governance, academic quality, accreditation frameworks, performance monitoring

Outcomes: Modern quality systems, improved institutional transparency, enhanced international competitiveness

Academic Staff Capacity Building and Internationalization

Focus: Training and development of academic staff in international standards, research methodologies, and teaching excellence

Role: Program Coordinator and Trainer

Topics: European quality standards, research ethics, international collaboration, digital teaching

Format: Workshops, training courses, mentoring, exchange programs

Impact: Enhanced staff expertise, improved teaching quality, strengthened research capacity

An-Najah Innovation Park and Applied Research Center

Role: Strategic Development and Partnership Coordination

Focus: Applied research, innovation incubation, prototype development, technology transfer

Purpose: Bridge research and industry, support startup development, commercialize academic research

Activities: Incubation programs, industry partnerships, funding facilitation, mentoring

Impact: Job creation, economic development, enhanced institutional relevance, research-to-market pathways

University-Industry Collaboration Initiatives

Role: Director of Technical and Applied Research Center (2014–2015)

Focus: Applied research projects, technology development, industry partnerships, commercialization

Scope: Water treatment, environmental technology, ICT solutions, vocational training

Outcomes: Industry partnerships, funded research projects, skilled graduate placements, technology innovation

Startup Support and Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Development

Focus: Creation of startup support infrastructure, business incubation, access to funding and mentoring

Role: Ecosystem Development Coordinator

Activities: Incubation support, entrepreneurship training, investor networks, regulatory guidance

Target: Student entrepreneurs, academic researchers, innovative professionals

Expected Impact: Job creation, technology-based companies, economic growth

Applied Research and Prototype Development

Focus: Applied research in water treatment, environmental monitoring, sustainable technologies

Role: Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator

Partnerships: Industry partners, research institutions, government agencies

Deliverables: Technical reports, prototypes, process improvements, policy recommendations

Application: Environmental management, water security, sustainable development

Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Development

Focus: Facilitation of technology transfer from research to industry applications

Activities: IP protection, licensing agreements, commercialization support, patent guidance

Purpose: Maximize research impact, support innovation commercialization, generate revenue

Outcomes: Licensed technologies, commercial partnerships, revenue generation for institutions

Research-Based Consulting and Advisory Services

Focus: Provision of expert consulting on water sciences, environmental management, higher education policy

Clients: Government agencies, international organizations, private sector, NGOs

Services: Technical assessments, policy recommendations, capacity building, training

Impact: Informed decision-making, improved policies, enhanced institutional visibility

Groundwater Quality Assessment and Aquifer Characterization

Research Focus: Hydrochemistry, isotope hydrology, aquifer systems, groundwater contamination

Geographic Scope: Palestinian territories, Eastern Mediterranean, arid regions

Methods: Field sampling, isotope analysis, geochemical modeling, data interpretation

Applications: Water supply planning, contamination remediation, sustainable resource management

Outcomes: Peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, policy recommendations, trained researchers

Water Security and Climate Change Adaptation

Focus: Impact of climate change on water resources, adaptation strategies, vulnerability assessment

Research Areas: Precipitation patterns, groundwater recharge, water availability scenarios

Methods: Hydrological modeling, scenario analysis, stakeholder engagement

Application: Climate adaptation policies, water resource planning, risk management

Impact: Enhanced resilience, informed policy-making, improved water security

Environmental Monitoring and Pollution Transport

Focus: Environmental contamination, pollution pathways, remediation effectiveness, monitoring systems

Methods: Field monitoring, laboratory analysis, transport modeling, risk assessment

Applications: Groundwater protection, wastewater management, environmental compliance

Stakeholders: Government agencies, environmental authorities, water utilities, industries

Outcomes: Protection recommendations, management strategies, compliance frameworks

Sustainable Water Management Systems

Focus: Integrated water resource management, demand management, conservation strategies

Scope: Municipal water systems, agricultural irrigation, industrial water use

Approaches: Efficiency improvements, alternative sources, reuse technologies, governance models

Partners: Water authorities, ministries, international development agencies

Outcomes: Policy guidance, improved water security, reduced losses, enhanced sustainability

Isotope Hydrology Research and Applications

Research Area: Stable and radioactive isotopes as tracers of water movement and origin

Applications: Aquifer age dating, water source identification, paleoclimate reconstruction, contamination tracking

Methods: Isotope sampling, laboratory analysis, interpretation, modeling

Partners: International research institutions, specialized laboratories

Outcomes: Improved understanding of aquifer systems, enhanced management strategies

Helmholtz Centre Collaborative Research

Institution: Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ), Halle, Germany

Role: Guest Researcher / Research Fellow

Period: 2003–2009, 2016 (visits)

Focus: Catchment hydrology, water quality, environmental assessment, research methodology development

Outcomes: Joint publications, methodological knowledge transfer, professional networks

An-Najah Virtual Global University

Vision: Establishment of virtual university platform providing global access to academic programs

Role: Strategic Development and Internationalization Lead

Focus: Online degree programs, hybrid learning, international accessibility, digital innovation

Target Audience: International students, working professionals, lifelong learners

Expected Impact: Enhanced international enrollment, improved institutional visibility, increased revenue, wider access

Joint and Dual Degree Programs

Focus: Development of joint master's and doctoral programs with European and international universities

Role: Partnership Coordinator and Academic Developer

Programs: MBA / DBA / Professional Master's in various disciplines

Format: Blended and online delivery, international cohorts, recognized dual degrees

Outcomes: Enhanced student experience, dual qualifications, strengthened international networks

Digital Learning Platform Development

Focus: Creation and implementation of modern digital learning infrastructure and platforms

Features: Learning management systems, virtual classrooms, student support tools, analytics

Standards: Accessibility, usability, international interoperability, security

Training: Faculty development, student orientation, ongoing technical support

Impact: Enhanced teaching effectiveness, improved student outcomes, increased accessibility

Micro-Credential and Digital Badge Pathways

Focus: Development of stackable micro-credentials and digital badges for competency recognition

Purpose: Enable learners to build credentials progressively, recognize diverse learning paths

Applications: Professional development, skills certification, lifelong learning

Technology: Digital blockchain-based badges, verified credentials, portable credentials

Outcomes: Enhanced employability, improved competency transparency, lifelong learning culture

Global MBA and Executive Education Programs

Focus: Development of international MBA and professional master's programs in business, leadership, management

Format: Online, blended, and modular delivery with international cohorts

Target: International professionals, executives, mid-career learners

Partners: International business schools, universities, corporate organizations

Outcomes: Enhanced institutional profile, revenue generation, expanded educational reach

International Student Mobility and Support Services

Focus: Support services for international students including recruitment, visa, housing, integration

Role: Vice President for International Academic Relations (2021–2022)

Services: International admissions, orientation, academic support, cultural integration, placement support

Outcomes: Enhanced student experience, improved retention, strengthened international community