Syrian Academics and Researchers Network - UK

(Pre-launching Stage)

About us

The network aims to foster collaboration between Syrian academics and researchers in the UK who research topics related to Syria or who have an interest in the Syrian context.


The network meets regularly and organises an annual conference.


The network is in the pre-launching stage, preparing to launch formally in September 2023.


Upcoming events

'Show and Tell' Workshop 

24 May 2024

University of Cambridge, Selwyn College

A workshop that aims to provide an opportunity for Syrian academics and artists in the UK to learn about each other’s work and explore collaborative potential. It aims to showcase participants' research, share academic journeys impacted by the Syrian conflict, and foster collaborative projects.

Conference Organising Committee 2023

Dr. Mohammad Ateek

University of Leicester

Dr. Zeina Al-Azmeh

University of Cambridge

Dr. Azzam Al Kassir

University of London

Roua Al Taweel

Ulster University

Dr Rahaf Aldoughly

Lancaster University 

Dr Haian Dukhan

Teesside University

Oudai Tozan

University of Cambridge

Dr Feras Alkabani

University of Sussex

We would love to publicise academic work on Syria. If you have published a peer reviewed article, book, chapter, or other publications on Syria, then please fill in this form.