Mawarid Oman

Transforming Genetic Resources into Value Animals Research on collection, characterization, sustainable breeding and use of Oman's unique kinds of farm animals; conservation and proliferation of native wild animal species. Plants Research on adding value to crops and medicinal plants, preservation and proliferation of endangered native plants, eradication of introduced invasive species. Marine Research and recommendations on commercial usage of marine organisms, aquaculture, preservation of coral reefs, aid in studies on marine natural compounds. Microorganisms Cataloging and collecting the microorganisms specific to Oman, research on the extreme microbial environments, engineering and usage of local microbial strains.