Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Scientific and Educational Cooperation with Oman

Muscat, November 11 (KUNA) – The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) reaffirmed on Wednesday its commitment to strengthening cooperation with scientific and educational institutions in the Sultanate of Oman, commending its participation in the fifth edition of the “Oman Science Festival 2026,” which concluded its activities in Muscat after ten days of scientific and interactive events.

In a statement to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), KFAS said its participation, alongside its affiliated centers, at the festival organized by the Omani Ministry of Education aimed to highlight its role in supporting science and technology, disseminating scientific culture, and fostering creativity and innovation among youth and young people. The foundation added that its participation embodies the deep fraternal relations between the two brotherly countries and reflects its dedication to engaging in Arab and international scientific forums, in line with its mission to spread knowledge, bring science closer to society, support scientific research, and nurture talent.

KFAS noted that its participation coincides with its celebration of the 50th anniversary of its establishment, underscoring its journey and status as one of the leading institutions supporting science, technology, and innovation in the Arab world.

Regarding the “Oman Science Festival,” KFAS explained that its pavilion included booths for the Science Center, the Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Talent and Creativity, and Al-Taqaddum Scientific Publishing and Distribution Company. These booths presented scientific activities, interactive workshops, awareness lectures, and Arabic-language scientific publications suitable for various age groups.

The activities targeted children, school and university students, researchers, teachers, parents, and those interested in science, technology, and innovation, while introducing the concept of “citizen science” and the role of community members in supporting scientific research.

KFAS expressed its gratitude and appreciation to the Omani Ministry of Education for the invitation, hospitality, and organization, reaffirming its eagerness to continue cooperation through joint initiatives that contribute to serving youth and enhancing the exchange of knowledge and expertise.

For her part, Ahd Al-Asousi, head of the “Al-Taqaddum Scientific” booth at the Strategic Partnerships Department, told KUNA that the foundation’s pavilions and centers received hundreds of visitors, including students, researchers, and parents, over the ten-day festival. She added that the participation allowed visitors to engage in scientific experiences, interact with workshops and activities, and discover scientific concepts through simplified, practical methods.

She noted that the foundation offered a workshop titled “Astrophotography: A Scientific Tool for Understanding the Universe,” presented by space science researcher and astrophotographer Abdullah Al-Harbi through the Kuwait National Space Research Center, alongside a lecture on the “Kuwait Prize,” delivered by Ali Al-Yousefi from the Foundation’s Awards Department.

For her part, Fawz Al-Sarraf, a representative at the KFAS booth, told KUNA in a similar statement that the Science Center’s pavilion hosted two workshops, “Animal Classification” and “Sharks,” to introduce visitors to the diversity of living organisms, their characteristics, shark senses, and species.

She added that the Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Talent and Creativity presented two workshops, “Smart Robotic Blocks” and “The Little Racer,” providing participants with the opportunity to assemble robotic units, develop engineering thinking and creativity skills, and practically explore aerodynamic principles using a wind tunnel.

The fifth edition of the “Oman Science Festival” launched on November 2 of this year, with local and international participation, aiming to enhance scientific culture, raise awareness of science, technology, and innovation, and provide an interactive environment that encourages exploration and experimentation. (End) M.J.B./H.M.F.