Challenges of Scientific Research in Molecular Biotechnology in Yemen

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https://doi.org/10.24925/turjaf.v11i2.338-342.5757

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Challenges, Biotechnology, Research, Researcher, Yemen.

Abstract

Research is achieved for the sake of contribution towards science and getting information systematically, starting from the collection of data, passing through interpretation and final evaluation of these data and all that, in an organized manner which is called scientific research. Biotechnology includes the application both of older biological knowledge, which is based on structures, functioning, and development of animals and plants in their ecological setting, and of newer approaches, which are based on an understanding of genetics and on the cellular and subcellular processes. The development of biotechnology has given society an awesome new power and an equally awesome responsibility to use it wisely. Biotechnology is being applied in different areas of science such as agriculture, health, the environment, and many other aspects of science and industry. Most of these applications and developments are centered in the developed countries and the research is established by these notions. Currently, it has been obvious that biotechnology is crucial for notion’s economic growth and sustainable development. Yemen, as one of the most developing countries, is suffering to emerge molecular biotechnology research in universities and research units. This is because of many aspects that affect the soceity, goverment, and ultimatly the entire country, including society, human resources, facilities, infrastructure and environment resources, and stability. To conclude, the researchers in Yemen are surrounding by many challenges, which are starting in society and ending up in the laboratory. The research has very low priority on a long list of priorities such as food, stability, security, and healthcare. All the challenges can be solved, but it will need a more educated society and serious government policy toward research as a tool to build a strong society.

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28.02.2023

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Al-hajj, M., & Kekillioğlu, A. (2023). Challenges of Scientific Research in Molecular Biotechnology in Yemen. Turkish Journal of Agriculture - Food Science and Technology, 11(2), 338–342. https://doi.org/10.24925/turjaf.v11i2.338-342.5757

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