Al-Dustour Newspaper Highlights Natural History Center's Significance
The Natural History Research Center and Museum at the University of Baghdad received positive recognition in Al-Dustour newspaper's February 18th issue. This collaboration between the University's Department of Media and Government Communication and Al-Dustour highlights the Center's growing role as a leading scientific and national reference.
The article, featured on page three, delves into the...
Exploring the multifaceted Candida fungus
A recent workshop at our center delved into the fascinating world of Candida, a ubiquitous fungus with both beneficial and detrimental effects. Assit. prof. Dr. Hana Hani Al-Saffar and lecturer. Muhammad Anad Ghazaun, the session explored the basics of fungi, contrasting them with plants and animals.
The workshop was moderated by Assistant Lecturer Ali Kamel Wanas, who presented it with...
Reimagining the Future: Empowering Iraqi Women through Human Rights Education
This workshop, held at our center, aimed to illuminate the crucial role Iraqi women play in upholding and preserving human rights within their communities. Led by Assist. lecturer Noor Hussein Yousif, Assist. lecturer Heba Muhammad Jihad, and Ms. Batoul Abdul Redha Karim Al-Wazzan, the session focused on empowering women through knowledge and understanding of their legal rights.
Key Areas of...
Nature's Bug Buster: Understanding Bacillus thuriengiensis (Bt)
This workshop, part of our center's ongoing scientific activities, explored the powerful natural weapon against insect pests - Bacillus thuriengiensis, or Bt. Led by Assit. lecturer. Fatima Hussein Brij, the session shed light on these unique bacteria and their remarkable ability to target specific insects.
Bacillus thuriengiensis: This naturally occurring soil bacterium comes in many varieties,...
Mangrove Magic: From Biodiversity Boosters to Climate Warriors
Mangroves are nature's superheroes, teeming with life and protecting our planet. Their dense roots and surrounding plants act as water purifiers, trapping sediment and pollutants before they harm sensitive habitats like coral reefs and seagrass beds.
But there's more to these marvels than meets the eye! They're champions of biodiversity, providing homes for fish, shellfish, birds, and even sea...
Canned Food and Public Health: Understanding the Potential Risks
Our center recently hosted a workshop titled "Canned Faood and its Impact on Public Health." This event, organized by the Continuing Education Unit and supported by Assistant Professor Dr. Hana Hani Al-Saffar, aimed to raise awareness about the potential health risks associated with canned foods.
The workshop, led by teaching assistants Suhad Hamza Muhammad Ali and Maab Riad Sajat, explored the...
Towards Global Horizons: Advancing Baghdad's Natural History Museum System
The Natural History Museum and Research Center in Baghdad celebrated a significant milestone on November 19, 2023, receiving official accreditation as a national scientific reference by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. With renewed recognition, the Center embarked on a vital initiative to update its own governing system.
On March 22, 2024, a dedicated committee assembled...
A heavy burden: Understanding poverty and its impact
Poverty, defined as the inability to meet basic needs for food, shelter, clothing, and healthcare, casts a long shadow over individuals and societies alike. It is a complex issue with far-reaching consequences, impacting everything from education and health to crime and social unrest.
The ripple effects of poverty
Education disrupted: When families struggle to make ends meet, education...