The IOST aims to create a scientific culture to improve the quality of life in close collaboration with national and international agencies through:
- creating facilities for research in science and technology in priority areas
- implementing and introducing new subjects of science and technology in different appropriate departments
- developing highly skilled manpowers and enhancing national human resources
- enhancing programmes of international linkage for training, research and development
IOST’s activities include organising seminars, workshops, conferences at all levels, as well as publishing the findings of research in Journal of Science and Technology (JIST) of IOST.