Dr. Ahmed Abu Shaban

Professor

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Biography

Ahmed Abu Shaban is currently a Visiting Professor at York University and serves as an Associate Professor and Dean at Al Azhar University in Gaza. He possesses a Post Doctorate in Environmental Sociology from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from the University of Hohenheim in Germany, and multiple qualifications in Agricultural Sciences. His research focuses on food systems and climate resilience, particularly in conflict-affected areas. He examines informal food networks and develops gender-inclusive policies aimed at enhancing food security and economic stability. His projects investigate the resilience of Gaza's food system and assess the role of indigenous farming knowledge in climate adaptation. He is involved in various initiatives aimed at improving food literacy and developing crisis-resilient food policies through collaborations with international institutions. Ahmed has contributed extensively to the academic field through numerous publications and ongoing research projects that evaluate the impacts of climate change on agricultural practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Visiting Professor

2024-07-01 — 2025-06-30

York University • Toronto, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in Environmental and Urban Change.

Associate Professor & Dean

2015-09-01 — Present

Al Azhar University • Gaza, Palestine

Overseeing academic programs in the Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine.

Requirements for York University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor degree in a related discipline
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Specialization Notes

Department of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies graduate programs generally follow the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) B+ minimum requirement.