KUWAIT: The Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing students’ scientific knowledge through various programs, training courses, and field visits to specialized scientific centers.”
Journey through Time” program is an initiative aiming to spread scientific culture and strengthen the capabilities of Kuwaiti youth, Dr. Sarah Al-Dosari, a researcher at KISR, told KUNA on Thursday.As part of art of the 46th summer training course, a field visit was organized for students to the Al-Ajari Scientific Center – one of the most significant scientific centers in the country, Dr. Al-Dosari noted.During the visit, students received a detailed explanation of the biography of the late astronomer Dr. Saleh Al-Ajari and learned about the tools he used in his work, thereby expanding their knowledge.
Yousef Al-Ajari, Director-General of the Center, also spoke to KUNA, emphasizing that such visits enhance students’ understanding of astronomy and space sciences, which are vital for those studying astronomy, aviation, and related fields.He highlighted that the students learned about the history of astronomy in Kuwait, its unique aspects, and the advancements achieved through Dr. Saleh Al-Ajari’s contributions, as well as local and international collaborations to support scientific progress.During the visit, students were informed about the center’s historical and astronomical legacy, including data related to calendars, stars, astronomical phenomena, and bird migration patterns.
Summer course students from the Research Institute visit the Ajari Scientific Center
Summer course students from the Research Institute visit the Ajari Scientific Center
Summer course students from the Research Institute visit the Ajari Scientific Center
Summer course students from the Research Institute visit the Ajari Scientific Center
Summer course students from the Research Institute visit the Ajari Scientific Center
On July 27, the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research proudly inaugurated its 46th summer training course, welcoming a vibrant cohort of 221 students comprising both young men and women. This diverse group includes 162 enthusiastic high school students eager to explore scientific concepts alongside 59 university students looking to deepen their knowledge and skills. The institute highlighted its ongoing commitment to fostering a robust scientific culture and equipping Kuwaiti youth with essential skills that will empower them to contribute meaningfully to the future of their nation.
It serves as a unique platform for discovering talent, fostering scientific thought, and linking theoretical knowledge with practical application in an inspiring research environment.It is important to note that the esteemed astronomer Dr. Saleh Al-Ajairi passed away on February 10, 2022, at the age of 101, after a long career filled with significant contributions to science and astronomy.
He is regarded as a key figure in astronomy in Kuwait and the Arab world. One of his most notable achievements was the establishment of the Al-Ajairi Calendar in 1952, which is recognized for its accuracy and is still printed annually today. The State of Kuwait has adopted this calendar for its official transactions, and it is published in several Arab and foreign countries.Additionally, Dr. Al-Ajari built an astronomical observatory in Kuwait at his own expense in the early 1970s and opened the renowned Al-Ajari Library in 1973 in the Hawalli area.
Throughout his career, he received numerous awards for his remarkable contributions to the fields of science and astronomy, including an honorary doctorate in science from Kuwait University in 1981, the GCC Medal for Science in 1988, the State Appreciation Award in 2005, and honorary membership in the Arab Union for Space Sciences and Astronomy in 2000, among many other local and regional honors. — KUNA
