Location: Faculty of Sciences and Technology/Third Floor (ST210) - Faculty of Science & Technology / Department of Life Sciences (Biology)
Introduction:
Scientific activities on biodiversity began in mid 90s of the past century with climax of biodiversity center being established in 2000. Experts, scientists, staff and students were involved actively to conduct essential procedures and projects to combat the effect of degradation of Palestinian biodiversity due to many threats and dangers and to contribute for conservation of nature at global level. In general the status of biodiversity in Palestine is evaluated as critical and needs urgent measures for conservation.
Equipment:
- Seed Bank: it was established to support the botanical efforts for conservation of biodiversity with focus on genetic resources. There are more than 100 plant specimens preserved in dried plastic containers.
- Nursery and greenhouse: located near the olive field and waste water treatment station to serve the biodiversity activities especially to provide plants for the gardens.
Director: Dr Khaled Salem Sawalha - Assistant Professor of Botany/ Al-Quds University
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