SABIC funds program to develop KAU research capabilities

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MD RASOOLDEEN | ARAB NEWS
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Thu, 2010-07-22 02:03

The company provided the funding at a function held recently in the presence of Dr. Abdullah bin Said Al-Amri, manager of external networks and projects of SABIC Technology and Innovation. Also present were Abdulaziz Al-Ahmadi, general manager of SABIC in Jeddah, and Dr. Abdullah bin Ahmed Al-Ghamdi, dean of the Research Institute and Consultancy at King Abdulaziz University.
“Strengthening cooperation with universities and research centers in the Kingdom is a key element of SABIC’s social commitment and dedication to building a knowledge-based society,” the official said.
The cutting-edge program entails numerous initiatives such as establishing a catalysis chair, delivering grants and research projects, and facilitating faculty members’ participation in conferences and scientific seminars.
In a statement issued for the occasion, SABIC said the ongoing support is part of a wider program to enrich Saudi Arabia’s research and technology capabilities, which will ultimately enable the country to realize its ambitious goals for industrial and economic development.
SABIC’s programs to support research at universities have evolved significantly over time and cover a wide range of areas, such as chemicals, petrochemicals, metals, fertilizers, polymers and industrial catalyst applications. These programs have now expanded even further to also support research on safety, environment, health, pollution and the recycling of industrial waste through scientific methods.
It is a key part of SABIC’s strategy to strengthen cooperation with Saudi universities and research centers. The company is currently exploring various channels through which it can support research by providing grants, funding, encouraging faculty members to participate in scientific forums and by undertaking research projects that are directly related to its line of operations.
SABIC also assists faculty members of universities in registering patents and backs other initiatives that contribute toward building a technology- and knowledge-based society or that help develop the research.

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