Interdisciplinary Research Teams
Interdisciplinary Research · Al-Ahliyya Amman University
Interdisciplinary Research Teams
AAU's four interdisciplinary research teams are the operational core of the university's cross-disciplinary research agenda. Each team is formally constituted under the Interdisciplinary Research Committee, brings together researchers from different colleges and disciplines, and operates with defined leadership, thematic priorities, and accountability to the university's strategic research objectives.
These teams translate AAU's interdisciplinary research strategy from institutional commitment into active scientific practice, bridging the gap between disciplinary expertise and integrative knowledge production.
Framework for Interdisciplinary Research Teams
Each team operates as a structured collaborative platform with defined leadership, identified membership, clear thematic priorities, and measurable research outputs aligned with AAU's Interdisciplinary Research Strategy 2025–2030. Team performance is monitored through the Interdisciplinary Research Performance Dashboard using bibliometric indicators drawn from Scopus and SciVal, including FWCI, Topic Prominence, and cross-disciplinary subject coverage.
Teams are expected to develop working plans, pursue joint publications in Scopus-indexed interdisciplinary journals, seek external funding opportunities, and contribute to collaborative research partnerships within and beyond AAU. The performance of each team is reviewed periodically by the Interdisciplinary Research Committee against indicators related to research output, disciplinary integration, publication quality, and societal relevance.
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Team 1: Sciences, Technology & Innovation Research Team
ISR TEAM Led by Prof. Mohammad Al Qatawneh
ISR Disciplines
Physical Sciences + Life Sciences + Engineering + Computer Science
Team Scope
This team generates high-impact interdisciplinary research bridging Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering, and Computer Science with applied domains. The team leverages AAU's research centres and laboratory infrastructure to develop innovative solutions in renewable energy, nanotechnology, computational modelling, and biotechnology.
Research Areas
Computational modelling Nanotechnology applications Biotechnology Renewable energy systems Materials science Bioinformatics AI-driven scientific discovery
Team Members
Prof. Mohammad Al Qatawneh
★ Team Leader
Prof. Mohammad Al Qatawneh
Faculty of Information Technology
Information Technology
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Prof. Belal Alnajjar
Team Member
Prof. Belal Alnajjar
Faculty of Pharmacy
Pharmacy
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Dr. Rima Alomari
Team Member
Dr. Rima Alomari
Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences
Allied Medical Sciences
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Dr. Murad Almaaitah
Team Member
Dr. Murad Almaaitah
Faculty of Agricultural Technology
Agriculture Technology
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Dr. Esraa Ali
Team Member
Dr. Esraa Ali
Faculty of Engineering
Engineering
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Dr. Hamdi Al Nsairat
Team Member
Dr. Hamdi Al Nsairat
Faculty of Pharmacy
Pharmacy
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Team 2: Health, Pharmaceutical & Social Sciences Research Team
ISR TEAM Led by Prof. Khaldoun Hamdan
ISR Disciplines
Life Sciences + Physical Sciences + Social Sciences + Health Sciences
Team Scope
This team develops integrated research bridging health sciences, pharmacy, psychology, and social sciences, addressing community health challenges. The team links clinical practice with behavioural science, public health policy, and pharmaceutical innovation to produce research with direct societal impact.
Research Areas
Public health Pharmacological research Mental health and counselling Community medicine Social determinants of health Health education Patient-centred care
Team Members
Prof. Khaldoun Hamdan
★ Team Leader
Prof. Khaldoun Hamdan
Faculty of Nursing
Nursing
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Prof. Dr. Rabia Allari
Team Member
Prof. Dr. Rabia Allari
Faculty of Nursing
Nursing
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Dr. Abdallah Abu-alkhanam
Team Member
Dr. Abdallah Abu-alkhanam
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Arts and Sciences
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Dr. Ali Atoom
Team Member
Dr. Ali Atoom
Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences
Allied Medical Sciences
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Dr. Ali Al-samydai
Team Member
Dr. Ali Al-samydai
Faculty of Pharmacy
Pharmacy
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Dr. Anas Abed
Team Member
Dr. Anas Abed
Faculty of Pharmacy
Pharmacy
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Team 3: Digital Transformation, AI & Education Research Team
ISR TEAM Led by Prof. Linda Alkhawaja
ISR Disciplines
Computer Science + Engineering + Social Sciences + Education Studies
Team Scope
This team harnesses artificial intelligence, digital technologies, and educational research to transform learning, administrative systems, and public services. The team develops AI-assisted tools, smart education systems, and data analytics solutions relevant to Jordan's digital economy and regional development agenda.
Research Areas
AI in education Smart learning platforms Data science Digital governance Educational technology Natural language processing Human-computer interaction
Team Members
Prof. Linda Alkhawaja
★ Team Leader
Prof. Linda Alkhawaja
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Arts and Sciences
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Dr. Anan Abu Mariam
Team Member
Dr. Anan Abu Mariam
Faculty of Educational Sciences
Educational Sciences
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Dr. Khaled Halteh
Team Member
Dr. Khaled Halteh
Business School
Business School
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Dr. Ahmad Alshamayleh
AA TO BE
ANNOUNCED
Team Member
Dr. Ahmad Alshamayleh
Faculty of Information Technology
Information Technology
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Dr. Ahmad Abu Shareha
Team Member
Dr. Ahmad Abu Shareha
Faculty of Information Technology
Information Technology
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Lecturer Muneera Altayeb
Team Member
Lecturer Muneera Altayeb
Faculty of Engineering
Engineering
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Team 4: Law, Business, Economics & Sustainable Development Research Team
ISR TEAM Led by Dr. Anas Abdelrahman
ISR Disciplines
Physical Sciences + Engineering + Social Sciences + Business & Economics
Team Scope
This team embeds legal, economic, and business sciences within interdisciplinary research frameworks addressing sustainable development, governance, entrepreneurship, and social innovation in Jordan and the wider region. The team bridges regulatory science, financial systems, and applied social research to generate evidence-based policy insights.
Research Areas
Legal technology Economic modelling Entrepreneurship Sustainability and ESG research Financial systems Governance frameworks Community development
Team Members
AA TO BE
ANNOUNCED
★ Team Leader
Dr. Anas Abdelrahman
Faculty of Law
Law
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HA TO BE
ANNOUNCED
Team Member
Dr. Huthaifa Alqaralle
Business School
Business
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Dr. Farah Awad
Team Member
Dr. Farah Awad
Faculty of Engineering
Sustainability — Engineering
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MO TO BE
ANNOUNCED
Team Member
Dr. Mohammad Odeibat
Faculty of Law
Law
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Dr. Omar Horani
OH TO BE
ANNOUNCED
Team Member
Dr. Omar Horani
Business School
Business
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Lecturer Aya Khalaf
Team Member
Lecturer Aya Khalaf
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Arts and Sciences
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Operational Commitment
Each interdisciplinary research team operates under a formal working plan, pursues joint publication in Scopus-indexed interdisciplinary journals, and seeks external funding opportunities. Team performance is reviewed periodically by the Interdisciplinary Research Committee and tracked through AAU's Interdisciplinary Research Performance Dashboard.