This prestigious recognition holds exceptional value, as it ranks directly above the gold medal category. Dr. Al-Hanbali was presented with the award by His Excellency Mr. Mehmet Fatih Kacir, the Turkish Minister of Industry and Technology, during the event’s closing ceremony. The award honors a U.S.-registered patent developed by Dr. Al-Hanbali.

Expressing his pride in this achievement, Dr. Al-Hanbali described it as a tribute to Palestinian scientific innovation, noting that representing An-Najah National University at this prominent international event was a valuable opportunity to showcase the creativity and leadership of its researchers in the fields of invention and innovation, further strengthening the university’s academic standing regionally and globally.

On this occasion, Prof. Abdel Nasser Zeid, President of An-Najah National University, expressed his deep appreciation for this outstanding accomplishment, reaffirming the university’s commitment to supporting its researchers and encouraging them to pursue international patents that contribute to societal advancement and scientific progress.