Omani Innovator Manar Al-Jahuriy Impresses with Algae-Based 3D Printer Inks, Secures Funding
Manar Al-Jahuriy is an Omani innovator who produces inks for 3D printers from algae instead of plastic. She impressed the audience at the Development and Business Opportunities Forum, so that the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Oman Development Bank solved the financing challenges that she faced and gave her approval immediately, a great example of youth empowerment.
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Hassan Al Maqbali
Content Creator & Website Manager at Omanspire

Hassan Al Maqbali is a dedicated content creator and the website manager at Omanspire, where he writes passionately about Oman's culture, history, and the timeless stories that shape the nation’s identity. His work reflects a deep love for the Sultanate and a commitment to sharing its beauty with the world.

Driven by a desire to widen global understanding of Oman, Hassan creates narratives that present the country through diverse perspectives—capturing its people, heritage, landscapes, and evolving cultural heartbeat. Through Omanspire, he hopes to bring readers closer to the spirit of Oman, one story at a time.

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