Tanta University has achieved a distinguished position in the 2026 Stanford ranking of the world’s top 2% of scientists, with 64 scientists and researchers from the University included in the list, including 16 from the Faculty of Engineering. This recognition reflects the outstanding academic and research standing of the faculty, as well as its significant contributions to scientific research and international scholarly publications.
The 16 scientists are Prof. Abdel Nabi Qabeel, Prof. Ammar El-Sheikh, Prof. Saleh Shalaby, Prof. Diaa Mansour, Prof. Mustafa Fahmy, Prof. Ehab Al-Badawy, Prof. Mohammed Abdul Gayyed, Prof. Ahmed Nassef, Prof. Al-Sayyed Al-Agouz, Prof. Mustafa Al-Sawwaf, Prof. Waseem Azzam, Prof. Medhat Al-Kilawy, Prof. Ro’yat Ismail, Prof. Abdullah Galal, Prof. Ahmed Azmy, and Prof. Essam Rashad.
For his part, Prof. Ahmed Nasr, Dean of Faculty of Engineering at Tanta University, extended his sincere congratulations to the scientists and researchers recognized in Stanford’s list of the world’s top 2% of scientists. He emphasized that this achievement is a source of pride for both the faculty and the university as well, reflecting the outstanding efforts of academic staff and researchers to advance scientific research and strengthen the international presence of the university.
He further emphasized that supporting scientific research and encouraging researchers to pursue excellence and produce high-quality scholarly work are among the top priorities of the faculty. He highlighted the commitment of the faculty to providing a stimulating academic and research environment and supporting projects and studies with significant scientific and societal impact, thereby strengthening the standing of the faculty in international rankings and research performance indicators.
He added that this achievement serves as an incentive to pursue further research accomplishments and encourage emerging generations of researchers to innovate and actively contribute to the global scientific research community.
10/13/2026