Jordan

UNESCO-EOLSS Chair in Wadi Hydrology (416), established in 1999 at the University of Jordan (Jordan)

 

Fields / Disciplines Hydrology. Objectives To develop a regional training programme on Wadi hydrology, in close co-operation with the Regional Network on Wadi Hydrology co-ordinated by the Arab Center for Arid Zones and Dry Lands studies. To elaborate and develop the quality of the training package initiated by the Centre for a regional short course on Wadi hydrology to be conducted annually. To provide renowned experts to lecture for the course . To provide technical advice for popular and scientific publications devoted to Wadis. To promote the activity of the regional network of scholars and institutions involved in research and training related to Wadi hydrology in the Arab Region and to create links with similar advanced institutes/organizations in the developed world. Host Institution University of Jordan. Website UNESCO Chair Website UNESCO Sector/Office responsible for the Chair/Network Natural Sciences

Progress Report 2000 (short version) - - More

Progress Report 2002-2003 (short version) Activities of the UNESCO-EOLSS Chair in Wadi Hydrology - More