The Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research is a pioneering, independent, national institute of scientific excellence. It was established in 1967 by Japan's Arabian Oil Company Limited, in partial fulfillment of its obligations under an oil concession agreement with the government of the State of Kuwait. KISR’s initial role was dedicated to developing three fields of national importance: petroleum, desert agriculture, and marine biology. Since then, KISR’s role and responsibilities have expanded greatly to include the advancement of national industry and the undertaking of studies to address key challenges, such as the preservation of the environment, sustainable management of Kuwait’s natural resources, responsible management of water and energy, and development of innovative methods of agriculture.
Contact details
- Website:
- http://www.kisr.edu.kw
- Address:
- P.O. Box 24885, Safat, 13109, Kuwait
- Country:
- Kuwait
- Sub-region:
- Western Asia
Areas of focus
Organisation details
Founder gender: Other entities
Leader gender: Male Leader(s) (2022): N/A
Leader gender: N/A Leader(s) (2021): Dr. Samira A. S. Omar (Director General)
Leader gender: Female
Organisational performance
Social
Data notes
Rating of data accuracy (find out more): Authenticated
Data sources consulted: NIRA Think Tank Directory, Organisation´s website