The University of Jordan (UJ) President, Prof. Nathir Obeidat, met with a delegation from Walter Reed Army Research Institute – Europe and Middle East branch, based in Tbilisi, Georgia, and Henry Jackson Foundation for Global Medical Research to discuss avenues for enhancing joint collaboration in areas of mutual interest.
The delegation highlighted the missions and areas of focus of both institutions, emphasizing their ongoing research activities and medical applications in development. They expressed their interest in establishing research partnerships that would foster knowledge exchange and strengthen research capacities among UJ's researchers.
Obeidat welcomed the cooperation initiative, stressing the importance of international partnerships in achieving the university’s vision of becoming a distinguished regional hub in research, education, and scientific facilities. He also expressed UJ's eagerness to benefit from these partnerships to advance biomedical research and enhance academic and research capabilities.
The meeting concluded with both sides, including the university’s vice presidents, Dean of Acadimic Research, Professor of Pharmaceutical Technology Rana Obeidat, and Professor of Infectious Diseases Fares Al-Bakri, agreeing on the importance of building collaborative relations aimed at supporting medical research and sharing expertise for the benefit of the scientific and medical community not only in Jordan, but also in the region.