Proteins Research Chair

The Proteins Research Chair is one of the scientific chairs at King Saud University (KSU) in Riyadh, the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It focuses on establishing a specialized program with international standards in protein research to meet the requirements of applied biological studies at the university and to equip researchers in Saudi Arabia with modern technological tools to produce scientific outcomes in the field of proteomics.

The Protein Research Chair was established in 2010 at the Biochemistry Department on the university's campus. It is one of the initiatives of the Research Chairs Program, serving as a crucial pillar in developing scientific movement and advancing knowledge to tackle economic and social issues through specialized scientific research.

The Protein Research Chair aims to achieve several objectives, including establishing a comprehensive research unit for protein studies to produce scientific publications and advanced research. It also seeks to enable researchers to conduct chemical analyses, utilize various biochemical separation techniques, and apply quality control measures by equipping university researchers with modern technology and knowledge, and enabling them to study topics relevant to Saudi society, such as research on Arabian camel proteins. Additionally, the chair aims to elevate the university's position through collaboration with specialized research centers and leading experts worldwide, along with providing a local scientific reference in these specialized fields.

The Protein Research Chair has launched several initiatives, including publishing approximately 157 scientific papers by the end of 2022. It has also organized specialized lectures, training courses, and summer programs for university students, such as the Annual Training Program, which aims to provide an engaging scientific and practical environment for undergraduates and postgraduates. The chair also contributes to preparing students for academic and research development as well as enriching scientific knowledge through the guidance and execution of integrative research in protein-related fields and modern biotechnologies.