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Basil

Ocimum forsskaolii, native UAE aromatic basil with glossy leaves and whorled flower spikes, an annual herb blooming Feb–Apr on rocky slopes.

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Sage

شجرة الغزالCOMMON NAME: SageARABIC: شجرة الغزالBOTANICAL NAME: Salvia spinosa L.SYNONYMS: Sclarea spinosa (L.) Raf.FAMILY: LAMIACEAEKIND: NativeEMIRATE: Ras-Al-Khaimah, FujairahGROWTH FORMS: HerbsHABITATS: Wadi, GulleyTY

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Ludwig's Marshmallow

Ludwig's Marshmallow, native UAE herb with spreading hairy stems, whitish-pink flowers, and segmented round fruits, blooms Feb–May on rocky slopes.

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Swampmallows

Swampmallows, rare UAE perennial herb with erect hairy stems, pink/white flowers, and triangular mericarps, blooms Jan–Apr in gulleys.

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Limeum

ثمينهCOMMON NAME: LimeumARABIC: ثمينهBOTANICAL NAME: Limeum humile ForsskalSYNONYMS: L. obovatum Vicary, L. indicum StocksFAMILY: MOLLUGINACEAEKIND: NativeEMIRATE: Abu-Dhabi, SharjahGROWTH FORMS: HerbsHABITATS: SandyTYPE

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Long-headed poppy, Blind eyes

Long-headed poppy (Papaver dubium), native UAE herb with scarlet flowers, hairy stems, and black seeds, blooms Feb–Apr in rocky wadi slopes.

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Violet Horned Poppy

Profile of the Violet Horned Poppy, a native annual herb of rocky slopes in Ras Al Khaimah region UA

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Wild pistachio

البطم، البطم البري، الفستق البريCOMMON NAME:Wild pistachioARABIC:البطم، البطم البري، الفستق البريBOTANICAL NAME:Pistacia Khinjuk Stocks.FAMILY:ANACARDIACEAEKIND:NativeEMIRATE:Ras-Al-KhaimahGROWTH FORMS:TreeHABITATS:WadiT

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Why our locally built Weather Stations Matter More Than Ever

Climate change is no longer a distant scenario. It is already reshaping weather patterns across the UAE — from unprecedented rainfall events to rising temperatures, shifting wind patterns, and new coastal risks. As these

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NGOs Are the Backbone of Environmental Conservation

and the UAE Just Made Their Role Even StrongerIn every stonger.Across the world, real environmental change is not driven by headlines or conferences.It is driven by NGOs and the people who stand behind them — scientists,

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Tito Is Upset — And Honestly, I Understand Him

Today Tito found out how much it costs for him to travel on a plane.And let me tell you… he did not take the news gracefully.This is a cat who fears nothing — not vacuum cleaners, not strangers, not even the vet on a bad

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From Dives to National Impact

A Journey With Engr. Ahmed NabilCollaboration is rarely a straight line. It grows, evolves, and tests your endurance. My journey with Engr. Ahmed Nabil, an IUCN expert and one of the most respected marine specialists in

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Halcon Performance: Where UAE Heritage Meets Bold Innovation

In the UAE, performance is not just a metric—it’s a mindset. And few symbols capture this better than the falcon, the Halcon, an icon of precision, vision, and relentless drive. It represents a country that refuses to st

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The Power of Being Human

Why Soft Skills Matter More Than We ThinkIn today’s fast-paced, hyper-technical world, we often glorify hard skills — coding, engineering, lab techniques, publications, certifications, KPIs. These matter. But they are no

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Strengthening UK–UAE Research Ties

UK–UAE R&D Diplomacy: Innovation as a Bridge Between NationsAn invitation to the British Consulate to celebrate His Majesty King Charles III’s birthday is more than a ceremonial gesture. It is a signal of recognition, tr

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Learning from the Best: Dr. Ali El Keblaoui

In advanced environmental and biological research, true excellence comes from the ability to connect ecosystems, physiology, and applied science into one coherent vision. Dr. Ali El Keblaoui—Professor at the University o

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Industry–Academic Partnerships: Why They Matter More Than Ever

I am honoured to be part of the Advisory Board Committee for the Biotechnology Program at Amity Dubai University, and I truly appreciate the trust placed in me. This invitation is more than a recognition—it is a responsi

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Building a Future-Ready Environmental Regulatory System

Blueprint for Modern GovernanceOverviewEnvironmental regulation is entering a new era. Traditional frameworks—once effective—are now strained by rapid development, emerging pollutants, declining ecosystems, and escalatin

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