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As part of its community role and commitment to promote the values ​​of inclusion and social solidarity, and highlighting the abilities and potential of people with disabilities, South Sinai Research Station, affiliated with Desert Research Center, welcomed a delegation from the British International Center for Sensory Integration and Skills Development for an interactive day filled..

Dr. Hossam Shawky, President of Desert Research Center, inaugurated the “Children’s University” program as part of the tenth phase activities. The program, organized within the framework of a cooperation protocol with the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology, was attended by 50 children and their parents, along with several researchers and staff members from the..

Desert Research Center organized a workshop entitled “The Importance of Succulent and Cactus Plants in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals,” in cooperation with the Arab Center for the Studies of Arid Zones and Dry Lands (ACSAD). The workshop was opened by Dr. Ghada Hegazy, Vice President of DRC for Research and Studies, on behalf of Dr…

Dr. Hossam Shawky, President of Desert Research Center, participated in the EDS EuroMed 2026 Conference on Desalination, Clean Water, and Energy, which commenced today in Marrakech, Morocco. The conference brought together leading experts, researchers, industry leaders, and decision-makers from around the world to showcase the latest developments and innovations in water desalination and water resource..

In support of the state’s efforts to protect biodiversity and promote environmental sustainability, Desert Research Center, through its South Sinai Research Station, participated in the International Scientific Forum hosted by Beijing, China. The forum saw wide participation from experts and researchers in the field of conserving endangered species. This participation was in accordance with the..

Alaa Farouk, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, witnessed the signing of two joint development projects between Desert Research Center and the Arab Center for the Studies of Arid Zones and Dry Lands (ACSAD). These projects aim to support the Arab food security system, ensure the sustainability of natural resources, and address climate change. The..

As part of the celebration of the 2026 World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, which this year is themed “Rangelands Need Care and Development”, Desert Research Center – Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation – organized event to celebrate the Egyptian-African Day for Combating Desertification and Drought. The celebration reflected Egypt’s growing role in..

Dr. Hossam Shawky, President of Desert Research Center, inaugurated the online professional diploma program, which qualifies participants for international accreditation, in carbon footprint calculation in the agricultural sector. He did so on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk. Dr. Shawky noted that the launch of the diploma program comes at..

Desert Research Center hosted the preparatory meeting for the African Group of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), as part of preparations for the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17). During the session, Dr. Ghada Hegazy, Vice President of Desert Research Center for Research and Studies, delivered a speech on..

In order to achieve sustainable development and provide citizens’ needs for drinking and agricultural water in desert regions, Desert Research Center(DRC) is continuing to construct reservoirs and cisterns in Al-Najila area in Matrouh, as part of an extensive plan to improve water infrastructure to support Bedouin communities. Engineer Mahmoud Al-Amir, Director of Sustainable Development Center..