The development of the gem trade requires the use of new techniques in identifying, producing, processing, refining, and trading gemstones. To this end, the Gemological Center has devoted an important part of its work to research, support, and conduct research projects related to precious minerals and rocks. The Center has set the following research priorities:

- Research in new methods of gem identification

- Research in synthetic gemstone producing in line with global developments

- Research in identifying new solutions to increase non-oil exports and expand precious stone exports and boost the jewelry and jewelry industry

- Introducing new methods in the exploration and extraction sector for the conservation of natural resources and specialized extraction of gemstones

- Evaluation of mineral potentials of the country and genetic studies for investigation and development of precious and semiprecious stone mines

- Study of improvement's methods for creating added value of gemstones in the country, including agate and turquoise 

- Design and production of devices related to gemology and related sciences

- Examine new methods of cutting and making jewelry