The Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM) is a non-profit membership organisation supporting the advancement of Open Science policies and practices in research communities and institutions across the Arab region.
The Arab states have the resources and capability to play a pivotal role in the global transition towards more accessible, sustainable and inclusive research and education models. We want to support all our research communities and stakeholder groups in the journey towards a more ‘open’ world, by facilitating the exchange of actionable insights and the development of practical policies.
We are pleased to welcome the RCSI Medical University of Bahrain as the newest member of the Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM). This partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening access to knowledge, supporting responsible research practices, and encouraging collaboration across the region’s
We’re pleased to introduce Almayzab Digital Library as the newest member of the Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM). Based in Sudan, Almayzab joins our network with a shared goal of expanding access to knowledge and strengthening research connections across the region. The initiative
This year’s Annual Forum for Open Research in MENA, our 4th in the event series, was a huge success! It was held in was held in Sharjah (UAE), at the American University of Sharjah who generously agreed to be our host partners. We were also
We are delighted to welcome Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (SUAD) to the Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM). This collaboration reflects a shared interest in thoughtful, responsible approaches to research, and we look forward to working alongside colleagues at SUAD as part of our
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