The meeting of the incubator director with the members of the technical committee to assess the various challenges faced by project owners and how to find solutions to them

In the framework of supporting entrepreneurship and enhancing institutional partnerships, the director of the business incubator, Pr. Kawther ElKOURD, welcomed the general director of ISGP and its administrative team. They were given a brief tour of the incubator’s headquarters.

During the visit, Mrs. YOUYOU Zineb delivered a motivational speech to the entrepreneurs, encouraging them to work hard and persevere to achieve their entrepreneurial goals. She emphasized the importance of support and guidance on their journey.

The meeting concluded in a friendly atmosphere, with refreshments being served and photos taken to commemorate this special occasion

Training sessions for the students of the third group from the third batch of the Business Incubator were launched today, February 15th, 2025, at the University of Algiers 1

Good luck to our dear students!

After the establishment of the Technical Committee of the University of Algiers 1 on January 29, 2025, in implementation of Ministerial Decision 146, the committee conducted workshops on February 4-6, 2025, with project owners to assist them and address the challenges they face.

Under the patronage of the Director of the University of Algiers 1 and under the supervision of the Director of the University’s Business Incubator, in collaboration with the House of Artificial Intelligence, we present the event ‘Artificial Intelligence in the Service of Journalism,’ which will take place on February 26, 2025, at the National House of Artificial Intelligence.

list of accepted students, project owners of batch 3, for the Business Incubator at the University of Algiers 1, in accordance wih Decision 1275 for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Congratulations to the winners!

Participation of Business Incubator’s entrepreneurs of the University of Algiers 1 in the National Formative Symposium on Contracting, Green Entrepreneurship and Circular Economy, organized by the National Institute for Environmental Formations under the auspices of the Ministry of Environment and Quality of Life

In the presence of the Minister of Environment and Quality of Life, Adviser to the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Adviser to the Minister of Emerging Institutions and Knowledge Economy

Farewell to 2024, a year filled with challenges and opportunities—a year where we left a significant mark and ignited the spark of creativity. The Business Incubator of Algiers 1 University played a pivotal role in transforming ideas into vibrant projects and served as a mirror reflecting the ambitions of youth as they shape the future.
2024 was a year brimming with accomplishments. We embraced inspiring minds and creative hands, contributing to the creation of an entrepreneurial academic community that actively connects with the socio-economic environment.
We take pride in every step we took together and in every challenge we turned into an exceptional opportunity.
As the clock ticks toward 2025, we look forward to a year filled with renewed visions and boundless horizons. We believe that creativity is the essence of change and that youth are the driving force that will reshape the present and the future.
Heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us on this journey and to everyone who believed in our mission and contributed to its success. In 2025, we are more determined than ever to achieve new milestones and make a difference.
The future begins now—together, toward greater innovation and leadership.

list of accepted students, project owners of batch 3, for the Business Incubator at the University of Algiers 1, in accordance wih Decision 1275 for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Congratulations to the winners!

The lists of students of group 2 and 3 initially accepted for Batch 3:

The interview with the committee will take place on Wednesday, december 18th at 9:00 a.m. ath the Business Incubator of the University of Algiers 1.

The first edition of the National University Mobile Journalism Competition at the University of Algiers 3:

The competition witnessed significant participation, with 19 University institutions (academic and service- oriented) registering a total of 29 projects.

First place: University of Algiers 1- Benyoucef Benkhedda, Business Incubator

Student: Abou Youcef Youcef

Project: Geographic Information Systems and the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Regional and Environmental Planning.

The names of the students initially accepted, from numbers 4 to 91, will proceed to the final stage and have an interview with the jury directly on 16/12/2024

The Business Incubator of the University of Algiers 1 participated in the third edition of the African Conference of Startups, held under the high patronage of the President of the Republic.

The Algerian Press Service published an article about startups from the University of Algiers 1 and the event titled “Application of Artificial Intelligence in various professions”, held on December 1.

https://www.aps.dz/ar/sante-science-technologie/171892-1-50-2022

Today, December 1, 2024, the National AI House hosted an event titled “Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Various Professions.” The event began with a welcome speech by Pr. Mokhtari Fares, Rector of the University of Algiers 1, followed by remarks from Pr. Kawthar Kourd, head of the incubator managing the National AI House. Representatives from supporting economic companies also spoke, highlighting academic-industry collaboration.
The morning session featured a lecture by Dr. Riad Baghdadi on AI advancements and tools like ChatGPT, followed by Dr. Yassine Abdeljebbar’s insights into using AI for treating cardiovascular diseases. Pr. Bitam Idder, Assistant Director of Scientific Research in Djelfa, discussed research prospects in Algeria. The session concluded with a Q&A and the speakers’ recognition in a ceremony accompanied by artistic presentations.
During the break, attendees enjoyed an interactive robotics exhibition showcasing cutting-edge innovations.
The afternoon session included lectures on AI applications in agriculture by Pr. Najia Zermane, data sciences by Dr. Fouzia Ghanem, and GIS-based AI applications by Dr. Kamel Ghannem. A closing Q&A session followed, and the speakers were honored for their contributions.
The event concluded with a group photo, symbolizing its success in fostering engagement and highlighting AI’s potential to advance various professions in Algeria.

Under the patronage of the Rector of the University of Algiers 1, Benyoucef Benkhedda, the Business Incubator, in collaboration with the National AI House for Artificial Intelligence, is organizing an event on
“Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Various Professions”
on December 1, 2024.

The guest of honor will be the young doctor, Yassine ABDELDJEBAR.

Welcome to the National AI House !

The University of Algiers 1 hosted several activities during global Entrepreneurship Week to raise awareness and emphasize the importance of entrepreneurship. The University’s director Pr. Fares Mokhtari, delivered an opening speech, followed by remarks from the director of the Business Incubator Pr. kawther El Kourd, as well as Mr. Si Mohand Mounir, director of the Entrepreneurship Development Center, Mr. Boukhalfa Yaici, general manager of the Green Energy Group, and the director of Nesda, Mrs. Hanane Bouhafs. A representative from the Youth of Algeria Foundation also gave a speech.

nesda then honored small projects’ owners by awarding them certificates after they completed 20 days of training. The event included a half-hour break during which the incubator’s jury conducted a competition among projects owners to select the top three projects. This was followed by two lectures; one by Dr. Mohamed Haddou on the economic dimensions of entrepreneurship and another by Dr. Meryam Akrour on the legal perspective of the entrepreneurship.

The event concluded with distribution of awards to the winning students and the honoring of the two lecturers. November 18, 2024.

The discussions for the second cohort of the Business Incubator at the University of Algiers 1 have started, in accordance with decision 1275. Best of luck to our students.

Professor Dr. Kawthar El-Kord, Director of the Algiers 1 Incubator, and Dr. Mounir Belali, a member of the National Coordination Committee for the Central Region for Innovation and Business Incubators, were featured on the television program “University Compass” on the Knowledge Channel. The episode was titled “The Role of University Incubators in Promoting Entrepreneurial Spirit.” Watch the episode here.

In commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the launch of the glorious Algerian Liberation Revolution, which began on November 1, 1954 , the Director of the Business Incubator at the University of Algiers 1, Ben Youcef Ben Khedda, along with all members of the incubator and the administrative staff, extend their warmest congratulations and best wishes. They pray to the Almighty to preserve peace and stability in our beloved Algeria.

On October 30, 2024, at the Artificial Intelligence Center, a business café event was held with the participation of the CEO of Alpha Smart. The Rector of the University of Algiers 1, Pr.  Mokhtari Fares, delivered a welcoming speech emphasizing the importance of integrating the University into the path of economic development. This was followed by a speech from the CEO of Alpha Smart, who outlined the company’s mission and its commitment to supporting entrepreneurial projects.

Afterward, students who had obtained trademarks were honored as a form of encouragement and motivation to continue their innovative ventures. A group photo was taken, followed by a brief break. The event then continued with a closed session that lasted for two hours, during which expert Dr. Jerada Amer listened to project owners and provided guidance on transforming their ideas into viable economic projects. The meeting concluded at 7:00 p.m., with a future follow-up meeting scheduled.

The  Business Incubator Director met with some project owners today, October 21, to assess the progress of their projects and discuss the challenges they are facing in registering for the label. The meeting also covered updates regarding the incubator, including new equipment and materials related to the projects.

On behalf of the Director of the University of Algiers 1, the director of the Business Incubator welcomed Dr. Monir, the representative of the CDE (Entrepreneurship Development Center), along with representatives from the National Entrepreneurship Support and Development Agency (NESDA) and the trainees. In the name of the university’s director, she officially announced the commencement of the training session.

Afterwards, the CDE representative delivered a welcoming speech, followed by remarks from NESDA representatives. The training program, which will last 20 days, began immediately. Wishing them all the best of luck!

The Awareness days for the Business Incubator at the University of Algiers 1, under the sponsorship of the university’s president, have been ongoing since October 6. According to Ministerial Decision No. 87, which initiated the awareness days at all university incubators, the business incubator of the Faculty of Sciences will continue its activities on the first day, 14/10/2024, featuring several events. These include online publications introducing the incubator’s work and inviting project owners to encourage their fellow students to register. Meanwhile, a group of project owners will carry out awareness-raising activities around the university. Finally, incubator members will visit classrooms of some Master’s 2 programs at the faculty to provide guidance, listen to the students, and invite them to register on the incubator’s platform via Facebook and Instagram.

The final stop of the University of Algiers 1 Business Incubator’s caravan was at the Faculty of Law today, October 9th, 2024. The caravan reached out to the students of the faculty to raise awareness about how to turn their ideas into startups or patents that contribute to building a distinguished national economy.

” The Awareness Caravan of Algiers 1 visited the Faculty of Islamic Sciences today, October 8th, 2024, to educate students on the importance of their field in addressing economic and social problems. It helps them develop ideas, guiding them through the process with the incubator’s support, ultimately transforming their ideas into startups or patents”

The Business Incubator caravan of the University of Algiers 1, Benyoucef Benkhedda, visited the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, accompanied by professors who are members of the incubator and project owners from the faculty. The visit aimed to introduce students to how to register with the incubator and highlight its role in supporting them from the idea stage until entering the market and establishing their companies.Today, 2024/10/07.

An extract from the report of the Algerian National Public Television, accompanied by the original video from the broadcast.

Study Day AI at The Service of Special Planning Program octobre 1st,2024.

Under the patronage of the Director of the University of Algiers 1, Professor Dr. Fares Makhtari, the National House of Artificial Intelligence organized a scientific event titled “The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Regional Planning” on October 1st, 2024. The event was opened by Professor Dr. Kawther Al-Kurd, who is responsible for managing the National House of Artificial Intelligence, on behalf of the university director. She welcomed the attendees, including professors and students from various universities, as well as members of the incubator, the judging committee, and representatives of participating institutions.

The institutions represented at this event included:

– A representative from the Center for Technology and Innovation Support (CATI)
– Head of the Biological Resources Management Department at the National Center for Biological Resources Development
– A representative from the National Employment Agency
– Head of a department at the Algiers Metro Company

After the welcome, Dr. Shenqi Karim, an expert in regional planning and supervisor of the event, gave a presentation on the importance of geography in mitigating risks before they occur and the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing these efforts.
The representatives of the invited institutions also delivered welcome speeches, introduced their institutions, and confirmed their support for emerging entrepreneurs.

The event included a video presentation prepared by the animation committee at the National House of Artificial Intelligence, explaining the theme of the event. Dr. Shenqi Karim and Dr. Ghannam Kamal presented lectures on the topic, followed by a training session on the QGIS program, which specializes in organizing geographic information, while the judging committee evaluated the top three emerging projects in the incubator.

Two competitions were organized for the attending students, where they answered a series of questions via a QR code displayed on the seats. The top three students in each competition were awarded prizes.

The scientific event concluded with the honoring of the lecturers and representatives from the participating institutions, followed by a group photo with all attendees.

Watting Us For Study Day AI At The Service Of Special Planning 01st,october 2024 at 09:00 am

You can find the registration Link in the descrption box

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An event was held on May 19, 2024, to celebrate Algeria’s Student Day, marking the 1956 student strike in support of the independence movement.

  On the occasion of Science Day, which falls on April 16, 2024, each year at the University of Algiers 1 – Benyoucef Benkhedda, and under the patronage of the President of the University of Algiers 1, Professor Fares Mokhtari, the commemoration of Science Day was held under the theme “Selecting the Top Three Startup Projects for the University of Algiers 1 Business Incubator.” The event was attended by Cosider Group, members of the business incubator’s judging committee, professors, students, and television channels Salam, Economique, and UFC Continuous Education Radio.

The university president delivered his opening speech, emphasizing that Science Day is an opportunity to assess achievements and work on developing skills. The head of the university’s business incubator, Professor Kawthar El Kourd, gave a welcoming speech and an overview of the event, followed by a speech from Dr. Bouchari, the head of the CATI, who explained the importance of supporting innovative projects from the start and protecting them. Next, Mr. Belhirat Mohamed, a representative of Cosider Group, delivered a speech highlighting the need to connect the university with economic institutions and collaborate to boost the national economy.

The Science Day celebration also featured a scientific lecture by Dr. Chami Wahid on “Simulation Engineering through Artificial Intelligence,” using “ChatGPT as a model.” Dr. Wahid is a professor at the National School of Artificial Intelligence, and the lecture was delivered for the benefit of the students. This was followed by a competition for the top three innovative projects from the first batch of students and four projects from the second batch, with the projects being evaluated by the judging committee after presentations that highlighted their excellence and distinction. The event concluded with the distribution of awards to the winners and a commemorative photo.