Research Proposal Discussion Session in the Department of Botany - Faculty of Science Gharyan

Within the framework of the postgraduate program in the Department of Botany at the Faculty of Science Gharyan, a discussion session was held for the research proposals submitted by a number of female students applying for this program. The proposals focused on various topics, including the effects of salt stress, chemical composition, physical properties of some types of soil, and a study of the causes of the disappearance of the saffron plant.

The session was held on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in Hall No. 3 of the College, where the proposals were presented by the researchers as follows:

1. Hanin Fathi Al-Shams - “The effect of soil type on some growth and productivity characteristics of saffron (Crocus sativus)”, Supervised by: Prof. Dr. Jamal Al-Daik.

2. Zainab Mustafa Saleh - “Evaluation of nitrate concentrations in some vegetables in the local market in Gharyan and their potential health risks to the population”, Supervised by: Prof. Dr. Mansour Awidat.

3. Rawida Al-Zaer - “Chemical composition and antibacterial effect of urinary tract infection-causing bacteria”, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Khaled Abdel Salam.

4. Nariman Faraj Al-Zawam - “Effect of salt stress on the growth and germination of oats”, Supervisor: Dr. Khalifa Suleiman.

The session was moderated by the Director of the Graduate Studies Department at the College, Dr. Shahoub Al-Ahmar, who supervised the discussion and scientific guidance. The discussion committee also consisted of a group of specialized academics, namely:

• Prof. Dr. Mohammed Al-Hadi Makhlouf

• Prof. Dr. Mansour Awidat

• Prof. Dr. Miftah Khalifa Al-Kilani

• Prof. Dr. Jamal Al-Daik

• Prof. Dr. Abdul-Ati Al-Ghadi

• Prof. Dr. Khairy Khair Allah

• Prof. Dr. Omar Saeed

• Dr. Khaled Abdel Salam

• Dr. Ahmed Al-Sharif

The session was also attended by a number of faculty members and researchers, who contributed to enriching the discussion and providing important comments. Among the attendees were:

• Dr. Kamal Al-Mabrouk Salman

• Dr. Inshirah Al-Dubai

• Dr. Amal Abdel Salam

• Ms. Zainab Ahmed

• Ms. Hamida Khabeesh

• Dr. Hala Mustafa Saleh

• Dr. Nasser Al-Burawi

• Mr. Mustafa Al-Issawi

On this occasion, we extend our sincere thanks and gratitude to the discussion committee for the accurate scientific observations and valuable guidance they provided, which will have a significant impact on improving the quality of research.

We also extend our sincere thanks to Ms. Najia Masoud Al-Sayed for her valuable efforts in organizing and preparing this session.

We also thank the Mukhtar of Al-Saqaf neighborhood for hosting the examination committees. 

We also thank all the attendees who contributed to enriching the discussion and providing constructive ideas. 

Finally, we congratulate the students on the high level they showed in presenting proposals and choosing research titles that contribute to raising the level of scientific research in the college, and we wish them success in their academic careers.