The German Jordanian University (GJU) recently organized an important workshop focused on enhancing scientific research and fostering innovation. The event was attended by a large number of academics and researchers from various fields. The workshop began with opening remarks from the University President, Prof. Alaa Al-Deen Al-Halhouli, who emphasized the critical role of scientific research as a fundamental pillar for driving innovation and advancing institutional excellence. He also highlighted GJU's commitment to fostering a supportive research environment that empowers academics to conduct high-quality research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and providing innovative solutions to societal challenges.
Dean of Scientific Research Prof. Rami Alazrai also presented an overview of the workshop's objectives, stressing the critical role of scientific research in elevating the university’s academic and research standing. He underscored the importance of building faculty capacities and supporting them to achieve optimal research outcomes in line with the university's vision to create an integrated research community that serves society and advances sustainable development.
The workshop featured a series of presentations on the latest research initiatives, most notably the "Technology and Research Innovation Program" (TRIP), which serves as a model for collaborative research projects and is considered a technological hub within the university. This program equips researchers with the necessary tools and resources to enhance research productivity and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration. TRIP facilitates communication among researchers and provides the essential infrastructure to drive innovation in research projects, fostering the development of technological and scientific solutions that address societal and industrial needs.
Additionally, the workshop included discussion sessions on the “Institutional Review Board (IRB),” focusing on adherence to research ethics standards, along with a detailed presentation on financial incentives provided by the university to support researchers, project funding mechanisms, and support for academic participation in international conferences to expand academic networks. Future plans for upcoming training workshops and university policies on research leave were also highlighted, alongside opportunities for academic exchange through summer research visits.
The workshop concluded with a presentation on ongoing and future research projects, where opportunities for collaboration and available funding mechanisms were detailed, with a focus on building research partnerships and expanding funding sources to support development and innovation.
Through this workshop, the German Jordanian University reaffirmed its commitment to advancing scientific research and creating an ideal environment for faculty members to excel and innovate, in line with the university’s and society’s broader goals.