Praise be to Allah, who has granted us His immense blessings and inspired us with knowledge and understanding to contribute to the development of the earth and build a bright future. Peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, the best of mankind and the noblest of creation, whom Allah sent as a guidance and mercy to all worlds, and upon his family and companions.  

It is my honor, on behalf of myself and all members of the Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Border University, to welcome you to our department. This scientific institution strives for excellence in education, research, and community service. I take this opportunity to extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to His Excellency Professor Ahmad bin Ali bin Saleh Al-Rumaih, the President of the University, and to His Excellency Dr. Madallah bin Al-Rakwi, the Dean of the College of Sciences, for their invaluable trust in appointing me as the Head of the Department of Biological Sciences. I pray to Allah Almighty to help me live up to this trust and to work with utmost dedication to serve the students of the department as well as my colleagues among the faculty members, while building on the efforts of our predecessors who contributed to the advancement of the department.  

The Department of Biological Sciences is one of the core pillars of science, as it is one of the five departments within the college. It supports the educational process in the College of Sciences, health-related disciplines, and the Applied College. The department holds a prominent position due to its vital role in exploring the mysteries of living organisms and understanding the environmental and health challenges facing our communities. Biology is the science that bridges humanity and its environment, contributing to the understanding of complex biological processes that impact our daily lives.  

The department boasts an academic staff comprising a distinguished group of specialized faculty members who are committed to providing a modern educational environment and outstanding research opportunities. We aim to equip our students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the job market, particularly in applied fields that meet the evolving needs of the workforce. Additionally, the department strives to provide diverse opportunities for 
postgraduate studies across various biological science disciplines.  In line with Saudi Vision 2030, the Department of Biological Sciences assumes the responsibility of contributing to sustainable development through the development of innovative academic programs, support for research addressing environmental and health issues, and fostering partnerships with the community. Our aim is to be an active part of achieving the aspirations of our wise leadership.  

In conclusion, I pray to Allah to grant us all success in serving science and society, to continue working as a team to achieve greater accomplishments, and to move forward towards a promising and bright future.