DOHA: Qatar University Biomedical Research Center (QUBRC) held scientific research workshops for students and teachers of Hamza Bin Abdel-Muttalib Independent School in Doha, in demonstration of its commitment to promote a culture of scientific research and discovery among youth.
Entitled ‘Steps of Scientific Research Workshop Programme,’ the workshops engaged about 20 students and as many teachers. They were developed in line with QU’s strategic plan to encourage integration of its programmes with the needs and aspirations of the community to support social, economic and cultural development.
The teachers were given techniques and guidelines on the importance of biomedical research in a lecture delivered by Dr Hadi Yassin, Assistant Professor of Infectious Diseases, QUBRC.
They learned about basic and applied research and differences between each. Dr Yassin also highlighted tools for scientific research and how to prepare a research proposal. The students were taught practical aspects of biomedical research in a workshop conducted by Dr Mohamed Ezzat, Post-doctoral Researcher at the centre.
Khaled Issa Almuhaize, Director of the school, highlighted the interest and awareness they will generate among teachers and students about the importance of developing scientific research skills.
He said, “Since scientific research is an essential pillar of knowledge, events and activities that will enhance knowledge and abilities among our students are real investments for the future of Qatar.”
Dr Asma Al Thani, Director of the centre, said, “The workshops are an opportunity for us at QU to demonstrate our commitment to the community to strengthen effective cooperation with schools in building up our national human capacity in the field of scientific research to produce a creative generation that aspires towards knowledge and success.”
The Peninsula
