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Dr. Mohamed Ebrahim Al-Aseeri is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Space Science Agency (NSSA). He holds a PhD and a Master’s degree in Reactors Design from the University of Florida, USA. Additionally, he has a Master’s degree in Bioreactors from the University of Manchester, an equivalent certificate to a Master’s degree in Academic Practice from York St. John University (UK), and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Bahrain.

Dr. Al-Aseeri played a pivotal role in establishing the National Space Science Agency for the Kingdom of Bahrain, significantly contributing to the nation’s advancements in space science and technology. He was instrumental in founding the Arab Space Collaboration Group, fostering regional cooperation in space exploration and research. He has also been dedicated to strengthening international collaboration in the space field, enhancing Bahrain’s presence and partnerships on the global stage.

Professionally, Dr. Al-Aseeri has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Bahrain Polytechnic, Director of the Accreditation and Licensing Directorate under the Higher Education Council, Director of the Educational Resources and Techniques Directorate at the Ministry of Education, Project Director of the King Hamad Library, and Director of the Technical and Vocational Education Directorate at the Ministry of Education. He has also been an Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Bahrain, published articles in several scientific journals, and holds over 73 professional degrees mainly from the United States and the United Kingdom.

Dr. Al-Aseeri is dedicated to building the capacity of young Bahrainis in the space field and advanced technologies, ensuring the next generation is well-equipped to contribute to the nation’s scientific and technological progress. He was a member of the founding Working Group on the National Qualifications Framework and represented Bahrain in the GCC team for the exploitation of atomic energy in electricity production and desalination. Currently, he is a member of the board of trustees for the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Derasat), a former member of the Global Future Council on Space (World Economic Forum), and represents the NSSA in various international and national committees, including the Arab Space Group and the National Committee for the Governance of Geospatial Information.