Research Areas

Heliopolis University is committed to fostering a vibrant research environment

Heliopolis University is committed to fostering a vibrant research environment that not only enhances academic knowledge but also contributes to societal development. The continuous support for research initiatives, coupled with the dedication of faculty and students, positions the university as a leader in innovation and discovery. Despite the challenges, the university remains focused on maximizing the impact of its funded projects, ensuring that the benefits of research extend beyond the confines of academia.

Research, innovation and development in the university remain ongoing, while on the other hand the status of funded projects is very strong.  Funded projects represent a significant portion of the university’s budget and is one of the main source for university research and education infrastructure and facilities.  However, challenges remain for bringing out tangible results from the projects.  The main benefits of the projects have been in the form of capacity building for staff, and even that has had limited effectiveness as, often, there are select staff members that work on projects, and it are these same members that always travel, take capacity building, etc.

Research Areas at Heliopolis University:-

Faculty of Pharmacy

The Faculty of Pharmacy at Heliopolis University is dedicated to advancing pharmaceutical sciences through innovative research. Key areas of focus include:

  • Drug Development and Delivery Systems: Exploring novel formulations and delivery methods to enhance therapeutic efficacy.
  • Clinical Pharmacy: Researching patient-centered care models to optimize medication use and improve health outcomes.
  • Pharmacognosy and Ethnopharmacology: Investigating natural products and traditional medicine for new therapeutic agents.

Faculty of Business

The Faculty of Business fosters research that addresses contemporary challenges in the global marketplace. Significant research areas include:

  • Social entrepreneurship and innovations in green business models  

Role of technology to boost social entrepreneurs 

Sustainable developments & green governance 

  • Green business models impact on the society 
  • Corporate social responsibility (CSR) & green washing 
  • Ethical finance & investment 
  • Sustainable Development in emerging economies 
  • Sustainable Development in higher education 
  • Decent jobs & employability 
  • Sharing economy 

Services & sustainable development

Green consumer traits 

  • Climate change and education 

Refugees and education for sustainable development

Sustainability justice 

Faculty of Physical Therapy

The Faculty of Physical Therapy emphasizes evidence-based practice and rehabilitation research. Key research areas include:

  • Rehabilitation: Investigating therapies for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and other neurological disorders.
  • Sports Medicine: Researching injury prevention, performance enhancement, and rehabilitation strategies for athletes.
  • Pain Management: Exploring innovative techniques for managing acute and chronic pain conditions.

Faculty of Organic Agriculture

The Faculty of Organic Agriculture focuses on sustainable farming practices and environmental stewardship. Major research areas include:

Organic Crop Production: focusing in the sustainable farming techniques to enhance yield and soil health and maintain the environment and natural resources.

Agroecology: Researching ecological interactions in agricultural systems to promote biodiversity.

Food Security and Safety: employing organic practices on food quality and safety and state-of-the-art methods in food processing technology and following international standards for food safety, food handling.

Biotechnology: covers both basic and applied science in different aspects of knowledge including agriculture, industrial processing, and environmental management from novel and unique perspectives, achieving sustainable development goals and Egypt’s vision for 2030.

Faculty of Engineering

The Faculty of Engineering is at the forefront of technological advancements and innovation. Key research areas include:

  • Renewable Energy Technologies: Developing sustainable and low-cost energy solutions, including solar, wind, and bioenergy.
  • Green Architecture and Smart Cities and Infrastructure: Researching green urban planning, smart technologies, and sustainable infrastructure development.
  • Sustainable Water Management and Materials Science: Investigating new efficient technologies and materials for smart irrigation for realizing more crop per water drop, sustainable construction, manufacturing, low-cost and nature-based water treatment, water desalination and sustainable engineering applications.

Robotic engineering: developing specialized experience and equip the students with the knowledge and skills required to design, build, program, and operate robots. This interdisciplinary field prepares students for careers in industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, defense, space exploration, and entertainment.

The Faculty of Engineering is working to bridge the gap between research and community work by conducting applied research in different fields related to sustainable development and developing interventions to solve the daily community challenges, such as climate change, energy deficiency, water scarcity, low agriculture productivity, environmentally-friendly machines and more. With Education, Research and Community Development, the FoE can contribute to development efforts in Egypt and the region toward achieving the SDGs. These could be achieved while focusing on the broad goal of empowering women, youth, persons with disabilities, and talented yet economically disadvantaged students.