Egypt Prescribes Changes for Doctors in Training
The new system, designed to meet international accreditation standards, will give medical students more hands-on experience in hospitals.
Behind the Numbers: Arab Women in Research
Arab participation in research is high compared to the rest of the world, but that rate masks difficulties women face in some countries and in male-dominated disciplines.
Arab Magazines: A Neglected History Resurfaces
An exhibition in Rabat showcases publications whose mission was to gather and share the best thinking of its time, despite enormous challenges
A Tribute to Barbara Harrell-Bond, A Fierce Advocate for Refugees
A former colleague recalls the work and forceful personality of a founder of academic refugee studies and a tireless champion for refugees themselves, who died on July 11.
How Arab Artists Imagine the Future
A forum highlighted the visions of contemporary Arab writers and other artists, as well as the views of earlier generations.
A Law Regulating Medical Experiments Creates Controversy
New legislation in Egypt that is intended to protect human subjects of medical research has drawn criticism from doctors and others.
A Blind Architect Who Sees Buildings Philosophically
An Egyptian architect overcame his loss of vision and has succeeded by taking a distinctive approach to his profession.
Arab Youth See Region Adrift, Survey Finds
An annual poll of young Arab men and women provides private data for policy makers and a public report that reads the pulse of youth opinion in the region.
A Century of Arab Art, Compressed Into a Book
A new volume in an acclaimed series delves into the movements and debates that shaped modern art in the Arab world.
An Arab Researcher Seeks Solutions to Urban Pollution
Even simple strategies, like getting older cars off the streets, could save lives, says a scientist who looks for “realistic” solutions.
