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• Regional: Middle East: Science and Environment  (8)

The American Center of Oriental Research - ACOR - - Conducts archaeological, social and scientific research. The site includes information on ACOR's projects, affiliated excavations, library and publications.

BirdLife Middle East - - An International BirdLife partner. The site features information on the Middle East office, and important bird areas in the region.

The Friends of Environment Society - FOE - - An independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization specialized in environmental education. The site features information about its projects and activities.

Higher Council for Science and Technology - - An independent institution entrusted with the planning, coordination and implementation of science and technology in collaboration with related institutions.

Islamic Academy of Sciences - IAS - - International NGO of scientists and scholars working for Third World development in science, technology, natural resources, environment, water and food issues. The site includes information on publications and activities.

IUCN World Conservation Congress - Amman 2000 - - Information about the congress, timetable, and participation. Also features information about the Earth Forum to be held in association with IUCN prior to the congress.

Jordanian Astronomical Society - JAS - - Includes information about the Society, membership, astronomical events, activities, articles and useful links.

Pella Museum - - Online exhibits of the paleontology and geology of the country.

Restoration and Site Development at Umm El-Jimal - - Includes information about Umm El-Jimal restoration project - 1972 to 1993. Presents other publications on the site including 'Umm El-Jimal: Gem of the Black Desert', and annual reports from the Jordanian Department of Antiquities.

Royal Scientific Society - - An independent, non-profit organization conducting scientific and technological research and developmental work related to the development process in Jordan.

Waternet - - Water, conflict and co-operation in the Middle East: politics and international law resources.