WEFRAH's executive team led successful discussions with Qatar University's higher administration and a joint webinar occurred (January 27, 2021) between researchers from AUB/FAFS and Qatar University. The purpose was to present key initiatives and research projects in both universities and discuss steps for future collaboration on joint research proposals targeting the agrifood sector. Qatari presentations were made by the Director of Agricultural Research Station, faculty from the Environmental Sciences Center, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the office of research support. AUB/FAFS presentations were made on research topics in the Agriculture Department; LDEM's ecosystem management graduate program and research, the food security program, AREC center, ESDU, and WEFRAH. Both sides agreed on the synergies that exist between the two institutions' programs and research projects and decided to pursue this endeavor by forming joint clusters of researchers who will develop concept notes for potential joint research projects to pursue Qatari funding programs. For more info, contact Dr. Mirella Aoun
