The Faculty of Computer Studies and IEEE AOU branch organized a one-day workshop titled "Mastering Mendeley: A Workshop for Research Efficiency." Dr. Mohammad Al Husaini led the workshop's primary sessions, with valuable support from Dr. Mohammad Abrar and the FCS team. This event drew a diverse group of over 60 participants, representing academic institutions, ministries, students, and professionals from approximately 30 organizations across Oman. Its central aim was to enhance research efficiency by delving into key aspects of Mendeley. The workshop encompassed a wide array of topics, including reference management, citation and bibliography generation, collaboration features, PDF annotation, advanced search techniques, and automated PDF import. The organized structure of the event and the expertise of the presenters received well-deserved acclaim from the participants. This was evident as they expressed a strong interest in future workshops, recognizing the workshop's pivotal role in advancing research and academia within Oman. As a testament to its success, the organizers are actively considering the possibility of hosting additional workshops to meet the burgeoning demand for knowledge and skill enhancement in the region. This reflects the significant impact of the workshop on the augmentation of research capabilities and academic excellence in Oman. At the closing ceremony, Prof. Mohammed Hamdan Al Badi thank the participants, organizer and Dr. Sherimon for successful organization of the workshop and assure that in future the Arab Open University will support such research activities.

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