{"id":74,"date":"2026-03-18T08:46:32","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T08:46:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/nafhum-initiative\/"},"modified":"2026-03-18T08:46:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T08:46:33","slug":"nafhum-initiative","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/nafhum-initiative\/","title":{"rendered":"Nafhum Initiative"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\n
\n
\n <\/i>
\n Coming Soon<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

\n We Understand Science to Create Knowledge
\n <\/h1>\n

\n A groundbreaking initiative to build an Arab knowledge network that unites scientists, researchers, and innovators worldwide to promote science education in Arabic and strengthen the Arab scientific identity.\n <\/p>\n

\n
\n <\/i>
\n Back to Projects<\/span>
\n <\/a>
\n
\n <\/i>
\n Get Notified<\/span>
\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n
\n <\/i>\n <\/div>\n
\n <\/i>\n

\n Uniting Arab scientists worldwide.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

\n
\n
\n

About the Initiative<\/h2>\n

\n ASTF launches the \u201cNafhum\u201d<\/strong> initiative as part of its strategic \u201cNetworks and Initiatives\u201d track, aiming to build specialized networks that bring together scientists, researchers, and stakeholders around common scientific issues and topics. The initiative centers on building an Arab knowledge network that unites Arab scientists, researchers, and creators from around the world.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n <\/i>\n

Arabic in Science<\/h3>\n

\n Promote Arabic as a primary language for scientific learning, proving that native-language education is essential for knowledge creation and innovation.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n <\/i>\n

Knowledge Network<\/h3>\n

\n Build a specialized Arab knowledge community through programs and activities, uniting scientists and researchers to support Arabic scientific knowledge.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n <\/i>\n

Policy Influence<\/h3>\n

\n Influence decision-makers in Arab countries on the importance of adopting science education in Arabic to build a strong knowledge environment.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\n
\n

Founding Team<\/h2>\n

\n Distinguished Arab scientists and experts from around the world, selected for their expertise in science, languages, and commitment to advancing Arabic scientific knowledge.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>
\n Initiative President<\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n
\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Adel Sharif Al-Husseini<\/h3>\n

Initiative President<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n British-Iraqi\n <\/p>\n

\n Leading water engineering scientist, Professor at University of Surrey, UK. Royal Society \u201cBrian Mercer\u201d Award recipient for scientific innovation. Co-founder of Modern Water (London Stock Exchange listed). 200+ publications, 30+ patents.\n <\/p>\n<\/article><\/div>\n

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\n
\n <\/i>
\n Team Members<\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Mohammed Ahchad<\/h4>\n

ASTF Board Member<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Morocco \u2013 Energy Expert\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Mohamed Al-Rubeai<\/h4>\n

Bioengineering Professor<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n British-Iraqi \u2013 Dublin\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Abdul Sattar Al-Taie<\/h4>\n

Founding Director QNRF<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Iraq \u2013 Imperial College\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Firas Miro<\/h4>\n

Medical Consultant<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n British-Syrian \u2013 NHS UK\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Abdul Azim Al-Sabti<\/h4>\n

Space Physics Scientist<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Iraq \u2013 TV Presenter\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Rafaat Abdul Wahab<\/h4>\n

Water Engineering Expert<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Egypt \u2013 State Award Winner\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Hicham Hamoudi<\/h4>\n

Nanoelectronics Researcher<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Algeria \u2013 Qatar Foundation\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Mohamed Al-Ayari<\/h4>\n

NASA Senior Advisor<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n American-Tunisian\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Salim Al-Hasniyya<\/h4>\n

Administrative Sciences<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Syria \u2013 Damascus Univ.\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n <\/i>\n <\/div>\n

Photo not displayed at advisor\u2019s request.<\/p>\n

Dr. Mariya Al-Shouayakh<\/h4>\n

Terminology Expert<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Morocco \u2013 Mohammed V Univ.\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Ahmed A\u2019arab<\/h4>\n

Zoology & Terminology<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Morocco \u2013 Journal Editor\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Rafif Al-Sayed<\/h4>\n

AI & Knowledge Engineering<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Syria \u2013 International Advisor\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Samira Ben Abdul Wahab<\/h4>\n

Arabic Language Education<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Belgium \u2013 European Schools\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Bushra Moumen<\/h4>\n

Education Specialist<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n Morocco \u2013 Inclusive Education\n <\/p>\n<\/article>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Fouad Murad<\/h4>\n

R&D & Innovation Expert<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>
\n American-Lebanese \u2013 ESCWA\n <\/p>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

\n
\n
\n

Planned Activities<\/h2>\n

\n The initiative will launch a comprehensive set of activities, programs, and scientific events to achieve its goals.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n
\n <\/i>\n

Workshops & Seminars<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n

Specialized workshops and dialogue seminars bringing together experts to discuss Arabic in science education.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n <\/i>\n

Knowledge Dissemination<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n

Social and scientific communication initiatives for spreading scientific knowledge in Arabic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n <\/i>\n

Capacity Building<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n

Programs to enhance research and educational skills for targeted groups in Arabic scientific writing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n <\/i>\n

Tech Innovation<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n

Interactive activities leveraging digital technologies and AI to enhance Arabic presence in science.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

\n
\n
\n

Stay Informed<\/h3>\n

\n Be the first to know when the Nafhum initiative officially launches. Join our network to receive updates and announcements.\n <\/p>\n


\n <\/i>
\n Get Notified<\/span>
\n <\/a>\n <\/p><\/div>\n

\n

Explore Other Projects<\/h3>\n

\n Discover ASTF\u2019s active programs supporting innovation, entrepreneurship, and scientific excellence across the Arab world.\n <\/p>\n


\n <\/i>
\n View All Projects<\/span>
\n <\/a>\n <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Coming Soon We Understand Science to Create Knowledge A groundbreaking initiative to build an Arab knowledge network that unites scientists, researchers, and innovators worldwide to promote science education in Arabic and strengthen the Arab scientific identity. Back to Projects Get Notified Uniting Arab scientists worldwide. About the Initiative ASTF launches the \u201cNafhum\u201d initiative as part […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"pagelayer_contact_templates":[],"_pagelayer_content":"[pl_section el_id=\"astf-main\"][pl_col pagelayer-id=\"col1\" stretch=\"auto\" col_style=\"default\"][pl_raw_html]\n

\n
\n
\n
\n <\/i>\n Coming Soon<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

\n We Understand Science to Create Knowledge\n <\/h1>\n

\n A groundbreaking initiative to build an Arab knowledge network that unites scientists, researchers, and innovators worldwide to promote science education in Arabic and strengthen the Arab scientific identity.\n <\/p>\n

\n \n <\/i>\n Back to Projects<\/span>\n <\/a>\n \n <\/i>\n Get Notified<\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n
\n <\/i>\n <\/div>\n
\n <\/i>\n

\n Uniting Arab scientists worldwide.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n

\n
\n
\n

About the Initiative<\/h2>\n

\n ASTF launches the \"Nafhum\"<\/strong> initiative as part of its strategic \"Networks and Initiatives\" track, aiming to build specialized networks that bring together scientists, researchers, and stakeholders around common scientific issues and topics. The initiative centers on building an Arab knowledge network that unites Arab scientists, researchers, and creators from around the world.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

\n
\n <\/i>\n

Arabic in Science<\/h3>\n

\n Promote Arabic as a primary language for scientific learning, proving that native-language education is essential for knowledge creation and innovation.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

\n <\/i>\n

Knowledge Network<\/h3>\n

\n Build a specialized Arab knowledge community through programs and activities, uniting scientists and researchers to support Arabic scientific knowledge.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

\n <\/i>\n

Policy Influence<\/h3>\n

\n Influence decision-makers in Arab countries on the importance of adopting science education in Arabic to build a strong knowledge environment.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n

\n
\n
\n

Founding Team<\/h2>\n

\n Distinguished Arab scientists and experts from around the world, selected for their expertise in science, languages, and commitment to advancing Arabic scientific knowledge.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n

\n
\n <\/i>\n Initiative President<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n
\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Adel Sharif Al-Husseini<\/h3>\n

Initiative President<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n British-Iraqi\n <\/p>\n

\n Leading water engineering scientist, Professor at University of Surrey, UK. Royal Society \"Brian Mercer\" Award recipient for scientific innovation. Co-founder of Modern Water (London Stock Exchange listed). 200+ publications, 30+ patents.\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n <\/div>\n\n \n

\n
\n <\/i>\n Team Members<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n\n \n
\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Mohammed Ahchad<\/h4>\n

ASTF Board Member<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Morocco - Energy Expert\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Mohamed Al-Rubeai<\/h4>\n

Bioengineering Professor<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n British-Iraqi - Dublin\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Abdul Sattar Al-Taie<\/h4>\n

Founding Director QNRF<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Iraq - Imperial College\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Firas Miro<\/h4>\n

Medical Consultant<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n British-Syrian - NHS UK\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Abdul Azim Al-Sabti<\/h4>\n

Space Physics Scientist<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Iraq - TV Presenter\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Rafaat Abdul Wahab<\/h4>\n

Water Engineering Expert<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Egypt - State Award Winner\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Hicham Hamoudi<\/h4>\n

Nanoelectronics Researcher<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Algeria - Qatar Foundation\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Mohamed Al-Ayari<\/h4>\n

NASA Senior Advisor<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n American-Tunisian\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Salim Al-Hasniyya<\/h4>\n

Administrative Sciences<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Syria - Damascus Univ.\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n <\/i>\n <\/div>\n

Photo not displayed at advisor's request.<\/p>\n

Dr. Mariya Al-Shouayakh<\/h4>\n

Terminology Expert<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Morocco - Mohammed V Univ.\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Ahmed A'arab<\/h4>\n

Zoology & Terminology<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Morocco - Journal Editor\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Rafif Al-Sayed<\/h4>\n

AI & Knowledge Engineering<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Syria - International Advisor\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Samira Ben Abdul Wahab<\/h4>\n

Arabic Language Education<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Belgium - European Schools\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Dr.\n <\/div>\n

Dr. Bushra Moumen<\/h4>\n

Education Specialist<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n Morocco - Inclusive Education\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n \n

\n
\n \"Prof.\n <\/div>\n

Prof. Fouad Murad<\/h4>\n

R&D & Innovation Expert<\/p>\n

\n <\/i>\n American-Lebanese - ESCWA\n <\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n

\n
\n
\n

Planned Activities<\/h2>\n

\n The initiative will launch a comprehensive set of activities, programs, and scientific events to achieve its goals.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

\n
\n
\n <\/i>\n

Workshops & Seminars<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n

Specialized workshops and dialogue seminars bringing together experts to discuss Arabic in science education.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

\n
\n <\/i>\n

Knowledge Dissemination<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n

Social and scientific communication initiatives for spreading scientific knowledge in Arabic.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

\n
\n <\/i>\n

Capacity Building<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n

Programs to enhance research and educational skills for targeted groups in Arabic scientific writing.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

\n
\n <\/i>\n

Tech Innovation<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n

Interactive activities leveraging digital technologies and AI to enhance Arabic presence in science.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n

\n
\n
\n

Stay Informed<\/h3>\n

\n Be the first to know when the Nafhum initiative officially launches. Join our network to receive updates and announcements.\n <\/p>\n \n <\/i>\n Get Notified<\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n

\n

Explore Other Projects<\/h3>\n

\n Discover ASTF's active programs supporting innovation, entrepreneurship, and scientific excellence across the Arab world.\n <\/p>\n \n <\/i>\n View All Projects<\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n[\/pl_raw_html][\/pl_col][\/pl_section]","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-74","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/74","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=74"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/74\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":75,"href":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/74\/revisions\/75"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=74"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}