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Research Achievements

Significant Milestones at Dhofar University

UNESCO Chair

Dhofar University proudly announces
the establishment of the UNESCO
Chair on Science and Innovation
for Environmental Sustainability,
marking a significant milestone in
Oman’s commitment to sustainable
development. As the first UNESCO
Chair of its kind in the Sultanate, this
initiative strengthens the University’s
role in advancing scientific innovation
and environmental stewardship.
Based at the College of Engineering
and led by Prof. Mazhar Ul Islam, the
UNESCO Chair serves as a platform
for interdisciplinary research,
capacity building, and international
collaboration addressing key
environmental challenges in Oman
and the region. Its focus areas include
waste recycling and value-added
bioproducts, renewable energy,
water treatment and harvesting, and
sustainable industrial development.

Aligned with UNESCO’s global priorities and Oman Vision 2040, the Chair
aims to foster innovative solutions, support education and research, and
promote sustainable practices with national and regional impact.
Recognition

In rankings, DU advanced significantly, achieving 1st among private
universities in Oman and 30th in the Arab World in the QS Arab World
Rankings 2025 for research publications, as well as 1st among private
universities in Oman for International Research Network and 2nd among
private universities in Oman and 38th in the Arab World for citations per
paper.

In the Times Higher Education Arab Universities Ranking 2024, DU was
ranked 1st private university in Oman, 1st overall in Oman for research
quality, and 2nd overall in Oman for research environment. Moreover, DU
achieved 1st place among all HEIs in Oman in the Times Higher Education
Impact Rankings 2025.

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