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The Faculty of Pharmacy at Tishk International University (TIU) and the Faculty of Pharmacy at Damascus University held an online meeting on Wednesday, 5 August 2026, to discuss strengthening academic and scientific cooperation and developing a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two institution. The meeting was led by Dr. Abdul Samad, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy at TIU, and Dr. Hind Al-Zein, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy at Damascus University. Dr. Mohammad Javed Naeem, Head of Department at TIU, and Dr. Ahmad Hamdy Ibrahim, Head of the International Office at TIU, also attended the meeting, along [...]

On August 26, 2026, the Faculty of Pharmacy at Tishk International University, Erbil, held a farewell ceremony for three Yemeni students-Ahmed, Nabeel, and Hilmi- who joined us for the 4-week summer training program under the auspices of the Arab student exchange program in August 2026. The event was opened by a short introductory speech by Dr. Shajwan Salar. Asst. Prof. Dr. Mohammed Javed, Head of the Pharmacy Department, welcomed the guests, Prof. Dr. Hiwa, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, Dr. Dara, Head of the Nursing Department, and attendees, and expressed gratitude for the students' involvement in the exchange program. [...]

To strengthen cooperation between academic institutions and the healthcare sector, a high-level delegation from the Faculty of Pharmacy at Tishk International University visited AllianceMed Hospital in Erbil. The visit culminated in the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between both parties. The visiting delegation included officials headed by Dr. Abdul Samad, Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, accompanied by Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim, representing the university's International Relations Office, Dr. Mohammed Javed Naim, Head of pharmacy department and Dr. Shajwan, Scientific coordinator at Faculty of Pharmacy. The visit witnessed the official conclusion and signing of the Memorandum of Understanding by Dr. [...]

The Faculty of Pharmacy at Tishk International University was pleased to participate in MEDICO-2026 alongside other fellow medical faculties. Throughout the event, the faculty’s staff engaged with local and international pharmaceutical companies, manufacturers, pharmacy chains, and other healthcare organizations. These discussions opened gates for future partnerships in research, student internships, trainings , and joint conferences—reinforcing the essential link between university education and industry needs. Faculty representatives also had the opportunity to offer insights to the academic program and carrier opportunities within the field to prospective students. A key highlight was reconnecting with TIU alumni who are now advancing in diverse [...]

Faculty of Pharmacy proudly congratulates the recognition of Asst. Prof. Dr. Idrees Hadi, Head of the Board of Trustees, along with two distinguished academic staff members from pharmacy faculty—Asst. Prof. Dr. Abdulsamad Salahuddin and Dr. Esra Tariq—by the Kurdistan Regional Government's Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for their outstanding scientific patent achievements. The recognition was presented during a special ceremony held on June 22, 2026, where the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Aram Mohammad Qadir, honored a number of distinguished researchers with certificates of appreciation in recognition of their innovative research and valuable scientific contributions. [...]

On July 2, 2026, the Faculty of Pharmacy at Tishk International University organized a heartfelt farewell ceremony in honor of Dr. Louna Altrjman, Assistant Lecturer, and Dr. Shagul Sameea, Research Assistant, as they concluded their service with the faculty. The ceremony brought together faculty members and research assistants to express their sincere appreciation for Dr. Louna and Dr. Shagul's dedication, professionalism, and valuable contributions to the Faculty of Pharmacy. Colleagues shared warm wishes and reflected on the positive impact both staff members had on the academic community throughout their time at the university. The faculty extends its deepest gratitude to [...]

The Faculty of Pharmacy at Tishk International University successfully completed its Internal Seminar Series for the 2025–2026 academic year, which was conducted from November 2025 to June 2026. The seminar series reflected the faculty’s continuous commitment to fostering research, academic excellence, and professional development among its academic staff. The seminar series featured a wide range of scientific presentations delivered by faculty members on topics including advanced drug delivery systems, medicinal chemistry, diabetes management, ovarian cancer biomarkers, pharmaceutical formulation, natural products, molecular biology, public health, medicinal plants, respiratory diseases, and sustainable pharmaceutical research. The seminars were held every Thursday at 3:45 [...]