Nadia Zakhary

"Egyptian people are much more successful than Israelis with doing scientific research and using their intelligences, however, we are not as lucky as Israelis in terms of financial circumstances."

"The budget will be reduced next year, after the majority of this year’s was returned unspent."

"To take advantage of scientific research in order to safeguard health and the environment in the slums, in addition to using sociological research to promote principles and ethics."

"The projects falling under the scope of the initiative will include collecting used cooking oil and converting it to diesel fuel, as well as helping to select technologies that produce products that can be easily marketed locally or exported. This can be achieved while preserving the environment and water resources, and entrenching new concepts about rationalizing the consumption of water and energy in its various forms."

"The initiative took advantage of social funds to provide financial support and services to support the development and growth in these areas, as well as helping to complete the required paperwork to carry out these activities."

"The first topic of focus for the initiative is women’s issues, namely working to educate women and spread awareness on health issues such as prevention and early detection of cancerous tumors — including breast cancer — in addition to treatment methods."

"That the initiative will address garbage, including the management of solid waste and how to protect humans, animals and the surrounding environment. It will also provide job opportunities for youths, and will coordinate with the Ministry of Scientific Research to develop ideas."