The 3rd IMFM conference aims to position the Dhofar region as a leading hub for research on medicinal plants and their applications in health and wellness.

• Enhance Understanding of Biodiversity

  To increase awareness and knowledge of the unique plant biodiversity of the Dhofar region, particularly its medicinal plants and their historical uses in traditional medicine.

• Facilitate Research Collaboration

  To promote collaboration among researchers, industry professionals, and local growers, encouraging partnerships that will drive innovative research and development in the fields of pharmacology and natural product chemistry.

• Explore Therapeutic Applications

  To investigate the pharmacological potential of bioactive compounds found in Omani plants, aiming to identify new therapeutic agents for various health conditions.

• Innovate Product Development

  To foster discussions on the development and formulation of food supplements and cosmetics derived from local plant species, highlighting their safety, efficacy, and market potential.

• Advance Medicinal Chemistry

  To focus on the synthesis and characterization of active compounds from Dhofar’s flora, facilitating knowledge exchange on medicinal chemistry techniques and methodologies.

• Embrace Transformative Technologies

  To explore and showcase transformative technologies that can enhance drug development processes, emphasizing the integration of natural products into modern pharmaceutical practices.

• Strengthen Cultural Heritage

  To elevate the status of frankincense and other medicinal plants as vital components of the world’s cultural heritage, promoting their significance in both traditional and contemporary medicine.

• Encourage Knowledge Transfer

  To provide a platform for knowledge transfer between academia and industry, ensuring that research findings are effectively translated into practical applications that benefit local communities and global health.