Moroccan Researcher Follows Impact of Climate Change
Two years after joining NASA’s Atmospheric Sciences Lab, Kholoud Kahime continues her research on climate change and its impact on Morocco’s economy and society.
An Arabian Tree to Fight Cancer
Omani researchers are testing the reputed healing effects of frankincense.
An Online Movement Translates Academic Articles Into Arabic
To meet a need for Arabic versions of publications in science and humanities, volunteers are publishing new translations online.
UAE Researchers Tackle Diabetes from the Feet Up
Analysis of patients’ footprints is providing important clues about the progression of diabetes, and opening the door to earlier intervention.
Researchers’ Recycled Water Meets Farmers’ Suspicion
Evidence supports repurposing household wastewater for agricultural use, but not everyone likes the idea.
Egyptian Researchers Seek to Reduce Aircraft Pollution
Egyptian scientists are trying to produce biofuel for aircrafts that would reduce the carbon dioxide they produce and lower the country’s pollution burden.
World Cup Inspires Innovation Research in Qatar
Practical ideas for life in a hot climate could be useful beyond soccer.
Can MOOCs Be Women’s Entryway into STEM?
MOOCS could be a second (or first) chance for many women to enter STEM careers. But can the courses be designed to encourage that?
Small Wheat Grains Swell Into Big Controversy
Some experiments in Egypt that suggest farmers might get two growing seasons of wheat in a year are drawing heavy criticism.
New Research Path Offers Hope For Gulf’s Coral Reefs
Genetics research could help the region’s struggling coral reefs to fight back.
