Experts’ Register
Derasat is inviting national experts, with experience of working in an OECD country, to contribute to field research into mechanisms on best practices with the aim to inform future development decision making.
Cryptocurrencies: Between legitimacy and non-recognition
In an interview with Al-Watan newspaper, Dr. Fatima Alsebaie discussed her recent study on digital currencies, “The Impact of the COVID-19 Crisis on Central Bank Digital Currencies and Financial Technology”.
Are Current Artificial Intelligence Strategies Sufficient for Future Challenges?
Is it time to re-think strategies for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) going forward in light of its role in the current Covid-19 pandemic? Dr. Faima AlSebaie discusses the impact that artificial intelligence can have on economy, education, health and social care in emergency situations.
Opinion Poll: The Impact of Electronic Games on Adolescents (Ages 10-18)

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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic and Remote Work Implementation on Formulating Future Strategic Plans for the HR Sector

After the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and the implementation of remote work systems in all ministries, government institutions, and most private companies, it is essential to evaluate this experience from the perspective of human resources managers and assess the ability to achieve an acceptable level of productivity and efficiency during the period of implementing this system (from March to July 2020).
The Impact of the Coronavirus Pandemic and Implementing Remote Work on Future Strategic Planning for the Human Resources Sector

Derasat has recently conducted a survey study, that included important factors of the shift imposed by the Corona pandemic on performing functional tasks.
Biological warfare: An emerging global threat?
The far-reaching impacts of the Coronavirus pandemic raise important questions with regards to the potentials of biological warfare in the pandemic’s wake.
Virtual ThinkTalk: What are the future vocational trends to maintain a sustainable workforce?
The results of a survey regarding the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on the formulation of future human resources strategic plans were discussed in this webinar on Weds 29th July.
Experts’ Bulletin #7: Is ‘Cancel Culture’ Good for Society? An Economics Perspective
A webinar on how concepts from economics can help analyze the new phenomenon of “cancel culture”, questioning whether it can be seen as a manifestation of mob rule, or a means to hold people accountable.
Webinar: COVID-19 and Economic and Environmental Sustainable Developments Goals
Dr. Omar Al-Ubaydli took part in the Second Accounting and Economics Webinar held by Al-Ahlia University on, ‘COVID-19 and Economic and Environmental Sustainable Developments Goals’.