Faculty of Pharmacy Celebrates First Patent Registered Under Amman Arab University's Name Nationally and Internationally
The Faculty of Pharmacy at Amman Arab University has expressed immense pride in announcing a groundbreaking scientific achievement - the first patent in the university's history to be registered both nationally and internationally. Dr. Sama Taha, faculty member at the college, has been honored as the official inventor of this pioneering patent, marking a significant milestone as the university celebrates its silver jubilee.
This exceptional achievement comes in the form of a patent titled "Pharmaceutical Composition for Gastric Retention of Doxorubicin, Method of Preparation and Uses in Malignant Tumor Treatment" (International Application No. PCT/JO2025/050002). The patent represents a qualitative scientific advancement in targeted cancer therapy, offering new horizons for precise and effective treatments while providing innovative solutions to enhance healthcare quality for cancer patients, aligning with global trends toward personalized medicine.
The accomplishment reflects extensive institutional and national support, along with fruitful collaboration among various local entities. Dr. Sama Taha extended her deepest gratitude to all contributors, particularly:
• The University's Board of Trustees, chaired by Dr. Omar Al-Jazi, for fostering an environment of innovation and excellence
• University President Prof. Dr. Mohammad Al-Widyan for his visionary support of scientific research
• The Intellectual Property Unit (iParkJo) and the Royal Scientific Society for their legal and technical support, with special thanks to Engineer Mohammad Diab
• Dean of Pharmacy Prof. Dr. Rana Abu Huwaij for her unwavering support of the research project
• Dr. Samer Ayasrah, Director of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center, for facilitating procedures and documentation
This achievement underscores the Faculty of Pharmacy's leading position as an incubator for scientific research and healthcare innovation, while demonstrating the university's steadfast commitment to supporting creative solutions with real societal impact. It reinforces Amman Arab University's role as an academic institution addressing contemporary challenges and contributing to building a more advanced and effective healthcare future.
