جامعة القاهـرة

Dear colleagues,

We are pleased to introduce this new issue of the international publications of Cairo University . It is a further step of our university, and the distinct contribution, reflecting the scientific ability of staff members, which conforms to international quality standards.
This is the fifth issue of the international publications of Cairo University staff members during the year 2008.
The purpose of issuing these publications is mainly to introduce this work to the academic community, demonstrate the different research abilities of Cairo University researchers, and encourage them to increase the quality and quantity of their research.
As part of our future plan, we aspire to build on our current success; as more challenge is still to come. So in order to keep our rank in its high level we are compelled to continue on publishing high quality research.
We would like to assure you that the administration will spare no effort to support and reinforce these goals. We congratulate all colleagues who were granted the awards for their international publications of the year 2008 and wish them all the best for their future endeavors.
We are also pleased to inform you that this policy will continue to be in
effect for the years to come.