Dr. Mohammad Al-Mardini, Director of the Astronomy and Space Sciences Research Center at Zarqa University, visited American universities to present the role of Zarqa University in developing astronomy and space sciences in Jordan.  

During his tour, which included the most prominent American universities, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Al Mardini gave a series of lectures that highlighted the advanced scientific infrastructure in Jordan.

Al Mardini reviewed the initiatives of the Astronomy and Space Technology Research Center at Zarqa University in supporting emerging scientists to build a national center concerned with innovation and scientific cooperation.

On the sidelines of the visit, Al Mardini toured various American universities, during which he gave extensive lectures on the comprehensive research led by Zarqa University, focusing on the cultural and scientific impact of astronomy in Jordan and its contribution to increasing the interest of Jordanian youth in science. He explained how the university aims to enhance cooperation with prestigious institutions to support researchers and enable them to engage in the global scientific arena.

The visit was an important step to explore ways of scientific cooperation between Zarqa University and American universities, as Al Mardini presented an integrated vision for the university's role in advancing space sciences and established new cooperative opportunities to support scientific research and develop Jordanian scientists. The visit contributed to Al Mardini's communication with researchers and professors, which established the possibility of future partnerships that include student exchange, joint research and technological development.

The attendees expressed their appreciation for Al Mardini's efforts in the strategic vision of the Astronomy Research Center and Zarqa University in providing advanced tools and resources and providing mentoring opportunities for the next generation of scientists.

Prof. Dr. Nidal Al Ramahi, President of Zarqa University, said that this visit enhances technical expertise, cooperation, and research exchange between Zarqa University and the American University through discussions on research methodologies and exchange of ideas in the field of astronomy and space sciences.

He added that this experience creates an opportunity to work side by side with highly experienced professionals in astronomical research and at the same time raises the passion among faculty members and students for scientific research.

For her part, Dr. Alia Burgan, Dean of the Faculty of Sciences, expressed her happiness with this visit, which has a positive impact on the Faculty of Sciences in particular and Zarqa University in general, contributing to increasing cooperation with international universities, which benefits faculty members and develops their skills.