23 Sep 2012
(MENAFN) King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology’s (KACST) chief of research, Prince Turki bin Saud bin Mohammad Al-Saud, stated that in the past 3 years, the country has spent USD93.20 million in research projects in the field of biotechnology, reported Arab News.
The Prince said that at the current time, KACST is engaged in a number of local and international bodies to develop biotechnology in the country.
He added that the amount spent on research represented 25 percent of the total strategic technology projects implemented by the national plan for research projects.
It is worth noting that Prince Turki’s remarks came during the inauguration of the Saudi International Biotechnology Conference at the KACST headquarters in Riyadh, which was attended by international speakers from the US and Japan and nealry 500 local delegates.
17 Nov 2024
BBK and Asia Jewellers announce exclusive offers to its customers at Jewellery Arabia 2024
12 Nov 2024
BBK partners with Durrat Al Bahrain to offer exclusive financing for Jawhart Al Marjan
05 Nov 2024
As part of its digital transformation journey, BBK adds Google Wallet to its range of digital wallets
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience and by clicking “I Accept” below, you consent to the use of cookies. Learn more