Mining College Welcomes Delegation from the Saudi Geographical Society to Discuss Research Collaboration

His Excellency Prof. Badr bin Abdu Hakami, Dean of the Mining College at King Abdulaziz University, welcomed a delegation from the Saudi Geographical Society, headed by the Society’s President, Dr. Ali bin Awad Al-Dosari. The delegation included several male and female members of the Society, who visited the Educational Geological Museum and received an overview of its sections and the geological specimens on display.

 

At the beginning of the meeting, the Dean welcomed the Society’s members and emphasized the importance of exchanging expertise and strengthening communication between academic and scientific institutions.

The Society’s President introduced the Society’s establishment, objectives, and major scientific and research activities, as well as its partnerships with academic and research institutions. Both parties discussed opportunities to leverage interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing national and regional priority issues through multidisciplinary research with scientific, societal, and economic impact.

The meeting concluded with several key outcomes, including exploring the establishment of joint research groups involving the Society, the College, and relevant research institutions; identifying priority research topics that could be developed into applied projects; leveraging available expertise and research capabilities; and exploring funding and support opportunities for collaborative projects. These efforts align with the Mining College’s commitment to building effective research partnerships and strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration in fields related to Earth sciences and the environment.

On the sidelines of the meeting, the delegation from the Saudi Geographical Society visited the College’s Educational Geological Museum, where members explored its educational collections and exhibits. The delegation also took a guided tour of the College’s auditorium, including its facilities and technical equipment.