Problems of Scientific Research in the Arab World

Abstract

The Arab world is enlisted in the end of nations in the field of scientific research. The very low ratio in sharing the world's scientific research accompanied with low quality affected the Arab nation deeply in various aspects of life. Arab countries must start fundamental reform processes in the scientific research field. It is an investment in future. As a cornerstone of development, improving educational standards represent a fundamental step in the reform and change process, and thus must hold a priority position in states’ agendas. The Arab universities resemble the place of scientific research. In this study we are looking into the reasons of this shortage after identifying and explaining the current situation of the Arab universities and their outcome of scientific research by exposing to figures. The study is trying toanswer some questions. Do the Arab universities have the opportunity to achieve advancement in the future? How can the Arab universities maintain their development? According to the findings the researcher submits some of recommendations and proposals.