Assistant Lecturer at New Giza University, Egypt
Summary:
Mr. Taher Abdel-Ghani is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in urban studies, visual culture, and spatial narratives. His work spans interdisciplinary areas, including the interplay of mobility infrastructure and liveable city design, as well as the dualist character of space in film and visual media. He has contributed significantly to journals such as Visual Studies, Short Film Studies, and the Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs, exploring themes like fractal narratives, everydayness, and the surrealistic representation of urban spaces. Mr. Abdel-Ghani’s research often focuses on the cultural and spatial dynamics of cities like Beirut and Cairo, bringing a unique perspective to urban and cinematic studies.
Professional Profile:
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2022Ā
Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Design
2015 ā 2017
Bauhaus University, Weimar, Germany & Tongji University, Shanghai, China
Master of Science in Advanced Urbanism
Thesis: The Cine-Spatial Representation of Informal Urbanism in Egyptian Films
2014 ā 2015
The American University in Cairo, Egypt
Project Management Diploma (PRMG)
2007 ā 2012
Modern Sciences & Arts University, Cairo, Egypt & Greenwich University, London, UK
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Graduation Project: Academic Think Tank in Old Cairo
Professional Experience:
Mr. Taher Abdel-Ghani is an accomplished architect and urban designer with extensive experience spanning academia, professional practice, and research. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Urban Design at Cairo University, his career reflects a deep commitment to innovative design and urban development. Mr. Abdel-Ghani has worked as an architect and urban designer on various high-profile projects in Egypt, Germany, and China, focusing on sustainable urbanism, cultural heritage preservation, and large-scale master planning. He has contributed to several international architectural firms, applying his expertise in advanced urbanism, gleaned from his dual master’s degree at Bauhaus University and Tongji University. Beyond professional practice, Mr. Abdel-Ghani has taught urban design and architecture courses, fostering the next generation of designers while presenting his research on informal urbanism and its representation in media at global conferences. His work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing sustainable, inclusive, and contextually sensitive urban solutions.
Research Interests:
Mr. Taher Abdel-Ghani’s research interests lie at the intersection of urban design, architecture, and cultural heritage, with a focus on sustainable urbanismĀ and informal urban development. He is particularly passionate about exploring the dynamics of informal settlements, their socio-spatial configurations, and the role of media in representing these environments. His research also delves into the preservation and revitalization of cultural heritage sites, integrating innovative urban design strategies that balance modern development with historical context. Additionally, he is interested in adaptive reuse, urban resilience, and participatory design approaches that foster inclusive and sustainable urban transformations.