The MAPPRC has the following objectives and interests:
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Scientific evaluation of the indigenous medicinal herbs and crude drugs (available in local markets) used in Arab Traditional Medicine by local population and folk healers.
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Development of new drugs from natural resources of the Kingdom.
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Detailed toxicological and safety evaluation studies on poisonous plants causing human and catties' health hazard.
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Scientific and analytical studies on essential oils obtained from locally available aromatic plants for their possible utilization in health, food, cosmetic and in perfumery.
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To bring out a comprehensive "Herbal Pharmacopoeia".
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Carry out investigation of marine organisms for their therapeutic and toxic potential.
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Combine the efforts of research on medicinal, aromatic and poisonous plants in related departments of the University in one unit.
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Initiation of small units in various locations of the Kingdom to enhance cultivation and conservation of some selected medicinal herbs.
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Creation of geographical locations map indicating poisonous plants prevalence.