This recognition is the culmination of an academic and professional career spanning over 20 years, during which Dr. Al-Shiqiraat has contributed to the implementation and participation in a number of international research and development projects and initiatives, in addition to his participation in scientific and academic experiments in several countries, including the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Turkey, and Italy.
This achievement adds to a series of international awards and honors received by Dr. Al-Shiqiraat, most notably the International Award for Excellence in Leadership in Health Sciences Education for 2024, for which he was honored in Dubai, in recognition of his contributions to the development of education, scientific research, and the promotion of innovation in academic and professional fields.
Dr. Al-Shiqiraat's career, through these participations and honors, highlights a path that combines academic education, scientific research, and innovation, alongside openness to international experiences and the exchange of knowledge and expertise, contributing to the development of educational and research practices and the promotion of academic cooperation across borders.
The awarding of the 'Thought Leader of the Year 2026' award to an academic from Mu'tah University reflects part of the university's presence in international academic and professional forums, and the role played by its scientific capabilities in the production of knowledge, support for research and innovation, and participation in initiatives and projects with an international dimension.
According to Mu'tah University, this achievement is an addition to the university's record of international academic participations and achievements, and confirms the importance of employing scientific expertise and capabilities to enhance research and development, and to expand the fields of cooperation and knowledge exchange, thereby strengthening the university's presence in the academic and research scene at the regional and international levels.
