As the world embraces more sustainable and efficient construction technologies, the College of Engineering’s Dr.Mohammed Bilal Waris, Dr. Mubarak Al-Alawi, and Prof. Khalifa Al-Jabri are leading an ambitious project to develop 3D-printed concrete using materials that are locally available in the Sultanate of Oman. Their research focuses on enhancing structural performance while ensuring environmental sustainability.

Across Oman’s mountains, particularly in Al Jabal Al Akhdar and the Western Hajar Mountains, olive trees flourish in a revitalised agricultural landscape that reflects an ambitious vision to enhance food security and diversify sources of income. It was in the 1990s when 10,000 saplings from various olive cultivars were introduced, some of which quickly demonstrated an ability to adapt to the local climate, paving the way for olive farming as a promising sector. 

Sports play a crucial role in spurring economic growth in developed countries – not only through entertainment and competition, but also via investment, job creation, tourism promotion, and the development of the sports industry. Global events, such as the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, demonstrate that sports can serve as a powerful economic engine. At that time, the Russian economy experienced a significant boost, reflected in an increase in GDP, a rise in per capita income, and a decline in ...

As the freshwater scarcity crisis deepens worldwide, efforts are being made to find innovative solutions to meet growing needs without depleting limited resources. On one Omani farm, the story of a small tree irrigated with sewage water began, hoping that its seeds would provide a solution to the future of energy.

Over the past decades, plastic has become an essential component in various industries due to its abundant raw materials, low cost and ease of manufacturing. From food packaging to medical applications, plastic has played a crucial role in facilitating daily life by offering economical and practical solutions.

Geology researchers are concerned with studying the layers of ophiolites in order to understand the history of the geographical and natural space that includes them. The latter are part of the surrounding crust of the Earth, located on the rocks of the continental crust as a result of their displacement due to tectonic movements and integration with mountains.

Building external walls in hot, arid regions is critical to environmental control in architectural design, due to their role in heat transfer. Providing thermally comfortable conditions in building interiors is a primary goal in architectural design, as the external wall of a building acts as a protective skin, making its design critical to achieving thermal comfort and energy efficiency.

Residential buildings in the Sultanate of Oman are among the largest consumers of energy due to their architectural layouts, which may not be suitable for the local environment. However, for thousands of years, traditional architecture has helped ensure that the temperature indoors is lower than outside. This poses a challenge to contemporary architects as they lack the knowledge to develop buildings that resemble traditional houses. However, traditional structures, such as the Khandaq House or ...

In light of global economic changes and financial crises, entrepreneurship has become increasingly important, as entrepreneurial projects have the potential to absorb the repercussions of such crises, accommodate job seekers and thus contribute to the development of Omani society in all aspects. Entrepreneurship can transform graduates - especially of higher education - from job seekers to job creators, while contributing to increasing competitiveness in major projects which, in turn, feed into ...

Sultan Qaboos University plays a crucial role through enhancing mental health research, offering postgraduate programmes, cooperating with various health-care authorities, publishing scientific output, raising community consciousness and spurring innovation in psychotherapy. These efforts help in providing a deeper understanding, developing robust strategies to enhance the quality of life of Omanis and increasing global awareness.