Deanship of Academic Research
Promoting excellent academic research, scientific publication, research funding, training and knowledge dissemination at the University of Bahri.

Prof. Hassan Bashir Hassan Hamid
Literature and Criticism
A Message from the Dean
About the Deanship
Establishment, vision, mission, objectives, organizational structure and departments.
Establishment
The establishment of Deanships of Academic Research in Sudanese universities was based on the National Council for Higher Education and Scientific Research Resolution No. (55) of 2009, Article (2), with the purpose of supporting technology transfer and providing scientific and research guidance.
The University of Bahri established its Deanship of Academic Research under the Vice-Chancellor’s Resolution No. (16/A16) 2011/16.
The University of Bahri was established to accommodate Northern Sudanese affiliates from Juba, Upper Nile and Baher Elghazal following the separation of South Sudan on 9 July 2011.
The University continues to build upon the academic heritage of the University of Juba and operates in both Arabic and English.
The Deanship of Academic Research aims to establish itself as a pioneer research body nationally, regionally and internationally, with research priorities based on the needs of the community and humanity.
Vision
A pioneer university based on the production of excellent academic research and the service of humanity in general and the Sudanese community in particular.
Mission
Production and promotion of excellent academic research and linking it to the communities’ reality and needs for the achievement of sustainable development.
Objectives
- 1 Activation of the spirit of academic research and promotion of scientific standards and measures.
- 2 Providing a conducive research environment and building the capacity of staff and students.
- 3 Establishing scientific and research relationships with concerned institutions and organizations internally and externally.
- 4 Strengthening the relationship between the university as a producer of research and public/private sectors as users and marketers of research outputs.
- 5 Keeping pace with international scientific and epistemological developments and contributing to human civilization.
- Research facilities including books, periodicals, bibliography, Internet and databases.
- Research funding opportunities within the university and through national and international institutions.
- Electronic publishing and the university website.
- Conferences, workshops and training.
- Consultation and coordination with higher education and research institutions.
- Collaboration and memoranda of understanding with research institutions.
- Encouraging research methods and implementing projects and solutions related to university, national and humanitarian needs.
- Coordination of research projects among university units.
- Supporting academic staff publication and monitoring journals and newsletters.
- Encouraging participation in national and international conferences.
- Supporting academic staff sabbatical leave.
- Inviting national experts and visiting scholars.
- Developing programmes for excellent research and inventions.
- Establishing research ethics rules and principles.
- Documentation and dissemination of university academic activities.
- Determining research priorities based on scientific measures and development needs.
Organizational Structure
Academic Research Council
Endorses overall research policies and programmes, promotes research proposals and meets twice annually.
Research and Grants Council
Supports research planning, funding opportunities and implementation of research projects.
Scientific Publication Council
Oversees scientific publication, journals, books and dissemination of research outputs.
Scientific Ethics Committee
Supports ethical standards and responsible conduct in scientific research.
Departments & Units
- Deanship of Academic Research / Dean’s Office
- Department of Training
- Department of Research and Grants
- Department of Scientific Publication and Translation
- University of Bahri Journal of Arts and Human Sciences
- Department of Administrative and Financial Affairs
Deans of the Deanship of Academic Research
Prof. Hassan Bashir Hassan Hamid
Dean
Prof. Wali Al-Din Al-Nour Muhammad Al-Faki
Prof. Abdel Rafea Mohamed Mokhawi Ibrahim
Dr. Hamad Omar Hawi
Research and Grants
Supporting research projects, funding, collaboration and scientific development.
Department of Research and Grants
The Department seeks to attract funding for individual and group research projects approved by the Department Council, in collaboration with colleges, university centres and internal and external stakeholders.
It seeks to stimulate scientific research, improve research standards, establish continuous relationships with research institutions, keep pace with scientific and global knowledge, contribute to civilization, provide scientific outputs and solutions, link research to development needs and enhance the University’s contribution to development.
Coordinator of Research and Grants
Ustaz. Shazli Abdalla Omer Abaker
Recent Head
Dr. MOHAMED ZAKI NAGMELDIN MOHAMED
Previous Heads of Research and Grants
Austaz. Ehab Ahmed Mohemed Ahmed
Dr. Wasel Hassan Elaagib
Austaz. Shehab Ali Yousif Abdalla
Dr. Reem Mohamed Musa Habib
Research Groups
Select a research group to view its projects.
Research projects related to sugar production, development, technology and related scientific issues.
Research projects addressing Gum Arabic, production, utilization, processing and development.
Research projects related to energy, renewable energy and energy development.
Research projects related to early warning systems, risks, monitoring and preparedness.
Research projects concerning forest products, utilization and industrial applications.
Research related to nutrition, food, nutritional status and public health.
Research focusing on plant-based and green approaches related to cancer research.
Research projects concerning water, water resources, quality and management.
Research related to marine resources, environments and development.
Research addressing alternative development, conflict and related social issues.
Research projects addressing COVID-19 and related scientific and social issues.
Research projects related to Egyptian faba bean production and development.
Research concerning mining, mineral resources and related development opportunities.
Research related to medicinal and aromatic plants and their applications.
Research related to cotton production, improvement and development.
Research related to migration, population mobility and demographic issues.
Research related to disability and higher education.
Research addressing employment, unemployment and labour market issues.
Research concerning investment and development opportunities.
Research related to small, micro and medium industries.
Research concerning teacher education, training and development.
Research related to Sudanese sheep production, genetics and development.
Research related to medical arthropod vectors and vector-borne diseases.
Research using remote sensing and geospatial technologies.
Research projects related to cervical cancer and associated scientific issues.
Research related to Sudanese goat production and development.
Research concerning organic production of medicinal and aromatic plants.
Applied research addressing dry, arid and desertified lands.
Scientific Publication and Translation
Production, publication, translation and dissemination of scientific knowledge.
About the Department
This is the section entrusted with the production and dissemination of knowledge. This production may include scientific research papers, articles, books, summarized books and translations from English to Arabic or vice versa.
The Department values knowledge that contributes to human development and serves the university and the wider Sudanese community.
The University of Bahri Journal for Arts and Sciences (UBJAS) bears the responsibility for publishing and disseminating scientific research papers, while the newsletter disseminates news about new activities inside and outside the university.
Publishing & Translation
Publishing scientific papers, books, articles and translations.
Journal Management
Coordinating scientific publication and supervising university journals.
Scientific Bulletin
Disseminating information about the Deanship’s scientific activities.
- Dissemination of university staff research inside and outside Sudan.
- Publication of books, translations, scientific articles and authenticated manuscripts.
- Preparation of the University of Bahri Journal of Arts and Sciences twice a year in Arabic and English.
- Publication of a monthly newsletter.
- Translation of university regulations and basic codes.
- Connecting the university with the community through publication of research addressing community issues.
- Strengthening scientific and intellectual relations with other universities and publishers.
- Expanding electronic dissemination of scientific and cultural production.
- Establishing publishing policies and regulations.
- Publishing research produced by university professors.
The Scientific Publication Council is the permanent body responsible for planning, directing and developing publication policies and supervising scientific publication activities.
It was formed by Administrative Decision No. (658-A 658) by the Rector on January 25, 2014.
The Council meets at the invitation of its President at least once every two months. Emergency meetings may also be called when necessary.
Meetings are legally constituted when two-thirds of members are present. Decisions are taken by a simple majority of those present.
Heads of Scientific Publication and Translation Department
Dr. Somia Gotby
Dr. Muhammad Abu Bakr Omar
Dr. Mahjoub Hassan Abdel Jalil
Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Mohammed Alfadul
Editors-in-Chief of UBJAS
Pro. Youssef Rizkallah
Dr. Hassan Bashir Hassan
Dr. Saad Abdul Qader Al-Aqib
Dr. Ismail Siddig Osman Ismail
University Journals
University of Bahri Journal of Arts & Human Sciences (UBJAHS)
Journal of Applied and Industrial Sciences (JAIS)
Journal of Forest Products and Industries (JFPI)
Journal of Natural Resources and Environmental Studies (JONARES)
Journal of Peace and Development
Journal of Educational Sciences (JES)
Journal of Medical Sciences
University of Bahri Journal of Veterinary Sciences
University of Bahri Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and Technology Services (UBJSAT)
Scientific Publications Archive
Research papers published in the University’s scientific journals.
Department of Training
Training, research skills development, workshops and scientific capacity building.
About Us
The Department of Training was established in 2011 as one of the departments within the Deanship of Academic Research.
It is responsible for promoting the research skills of University of Bahri staff and other researchers through training courses, seminars, lectures and workshops.
The Department also administers the University’s research prize.
Head of Department of Training
Dr. Tawfig Khalil Mohamed
Associate Professor, College of Languages
March 2021 – Present
Heads of Department
Dr. Abdelrafie Makhawi
Assistant Professor, College of Applied Sciences
Dr. Suhair Sayed Mohamed
Assistant Professor, College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Nidal Mohammed Bakheit
Lecturer, College of Economics & Social Studies
Dr. Asia Abdallah Al-Saeed
Assistant Professor, College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Tawfig Khalil Mohamed
Associate Professor, College of Languages
Goals
Promotion of scientific research and development of research-related skills that enable University staff to keep abreast of international scientific standards.
Training Approach
Practical training, workshops, lectures, research skills development and cooperation with experts and specialized institutions.
Tools and Activities
- Organization of training courses and workshops concerned with scientific research.
- Encouragement of University staff participation in national conferences.
- Collaboration with training professionals, experts and representatives of different institutions.
Featured Training Courses
Research Plan Development
Training on research plan development.
The Use of Modern Technologies in Scientific Research
Modern technologies and tools for academic research.
Writing of Scientific Paper for Publication
Scientific paper writing and publication.
EndNote Program
Reference management and academic documentation.
English for Communication Course
English communication skills for academic and professional contexts.
News & Announcements
Applications are invited for available training programmes until the Department announces the closure of applications.
- Research Plan Development
- The Use of Modern Technologies in Scientific Research and Teaching
- Writing and Presentation of a Publishable Scientific Paper
- Training Course in Writing a University Book
- EndNote Program
- English Language Communication Skills
Training Courses for Faculty Members
Internal Training Courses
Research Proposal Development
13 Courses • 244 Participants Ability to write good scientific research proposals and compete for higher degrees and research funding.
Scientific Paper Writing and Publication
13 Courses • 299 Participants Writing publishable scientific papers, proper documentation, plagiarism awareness and participation in scientific meetings.
Use of Modern Technologies in Research and Teaching
7 Courses • 140 Participants Modern technology, Internet tools, statistical software and electronic communication for research and teaching.
EndNote Course
1 Course • 18 Participants Awareness of plagiarism and academic misconduct risks through reference management.
University Textbook Writing
4 Courses • 95 Participants Textbook writing, curriculum development, authorship and intellectual property.
Instrumental Analysis for Technicians
1 Course • 29 Participants Theoretical and practical fundamentals of AAS, HPLC, GC and laboratory safety.
English Language Club
3 Courses • 165 Participants Development of English communication skills.
Scientific Journal Management
1 Course • 22 Participants Peer review, journal editing, publication ethics and editorial skills.
Policy Analysis Matrix
1 Course • 23 Participants Analysis of agricultural products, competitiveness and research proposal development.
Capture Fisheries Management
1 Course • 14 Participants Fisheries management, conservation, fish handling and processing.
Digital Training Course on Using Zoom for Teaching
3 Groups • 90 Participants Zoom accounts, virtual classrooms, lectures, attendance and teaching materials.
External Training Courses
Research Methodologies – OSSREA
2 Courses • 15 Participants Understanding research methodologies.
Scientific Research Methodology – University of Khartoum
1 Course • 10 Participants Understanding scientific research methodologies.
Training of Trainers Program in Entrepreneurship
1 Course • 25 Participants Entrepreneurship development and implementation of entrepreneurship programmes.
Entrepreneurship Curricula in Universities
2 Courses • 8 Participants Development of entrepreneurship curricula in universities.
University Incubators in Sudanese Universities
1 Course • 3 Participants Understanding university incubators.
Research Project Writing, Preparation and Funding Mobilization in Applied Sciences
1 Course • 3 Participants Applied science research projects and funding.
Research Project Writing, Preparation and Funding Mobilization in Humanities
2 Courses • 8 Participants Humanities research projects and funding.
Scientific Research Programs Course
1 Course • 6 Participants Scientific research activities and programmes at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
Scientific Research Ethics Course
1 Course • 5 Participants Research ethics and ethical review of research involving human subjects.
Scientific Research Ethics Committees Secretariat Course
2 Courses • 4 Participants Medical and health research ethics, application review and preparation of research protocols.
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