A clear pathway toward high-performance AI systems that are sustainable, compact, and ready to meet future demands was outlined by Prof Baker Mohammad, Chair, Computer and Information Engineering Department, Khalifa University, at the IntegrateX Summit 2025, an event that brought together global technology leaders, innovators, and policymakers to shape the future of digital infrastructure.

Khalifa University was the ‘Knowledge Partner’ of IntegrateX Summit 2025, which served as a premier platform for collaboration across critical sectors such as semiconductors, data centers, and system integration. The summit was supported by the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, Mubadala, and G42.

Prof. Mohammad delivered a focused and forward-looking session titled ‘AI Acceleration Without the Heat: Memory-Centric and Neuromorphic Approaches’. He offered his insights into innovative strategies to address the energy and thermal limitations of conventional AI systems, emphasizing the potential of memory-centric architectures and neuromorphic computing to enable faster, more efficient, and scalable AI acceleration. He delved into topics including the design principles behind low-power VLSI systems, development of hardware accelerators, and the potential of emerging memory technologies.

IntegrateX Summit 2025 featured more than 60 exhibitors and attracted over 1,000 professionals, including C-level executives, engineers, and IT specialists. With more than 30 sessions and 10 panel discussions, participants explored cutting-edge topics like AI-powered processors, sustainable data centers, cloud computing, and industrial IoT.

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Emirates Polar Program and Polar Research Center engage in Global Dialogue on Science, Sustainability, and Arctic Cooperation

The UAE’s expanding role in polar research and climate-related initiatives were highlighted at ‘Where Science Meets Business: Global Collaboration,’ a key session hosted by the , during the world’s largest Arctic Circle gathering, by Khalifa University’s Dr. Aisha Al Suwaidi, the only academic from the UAE invited to speak at the Arctic Circle Assembly 2025 in Reykjavík, Iceland.

As a member of the Polar Research Center at Khalifa University, Dr. Aisha Al Suwaidi, Associate Professor, Earth Sciences, joined global experts, policymakers, and industry leaders in a panel discussion at the Assembly’s Business Forum where she shared the importance of linking scientific research with sustainable business and investment in the polar regions. 

During the Assembly, Dr. Al Suwaidi also briefed H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, former President of Iceland and Chairman of the Arctic Circle, on the extent of Khalifa University’s growing recognition among global polar research communities.

The session featured a pre-recorded address by H.E. Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Chair of the Emirates Polar Program Steering Committee and Head of the International Affairs Office at the Presidential Court, who called for stronger integration between science, innovation, and finance to support global sustainability. 

H.E. Dr. Abdulla Al Mandous, President of the World Meteorological Organization, and Director General, the National Center of Meteorology, also joined a high-level plenary on ‘The Future of Science,’ alongside Professor Dame Angela McLean, UK Government Chief Scientific Adviser, and Dr. John Holdren, former White House Science Advisor, reflecting the UAE’s active role in advancing global climate dialogue.

Engagements explored future collaboration in climate monitoring, scientific data sharing, and education. This included meetings with delegations from the Government of Greenland, Gwich’in Council, EU Special Envoy on Arctic Matters, University of the Arctic, Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Program and the Sami Council amongst others. 

Khalifa University, through the Emirates Polar Program, continues to support UAE-led scientific missions in both the Arctic and Antarctic. Recent fieldwork in Svalbard and Livingston Island, Antarctica, has focused on understanding ancient climate patterns and modern environmental change, strengthening the UAE’s long-term investment in climate science and sustainability.

Dr. Aisha Al Suwaidi said: “Khalifa University’s participation underlines the UAE’s expanding role in global polar diplomacy, bridging Arctic and Antarctic science to address shared challenges such as climate change, melting ice systems, and environmental security. Through the Emirates Polar Program and the Polar Research Center, the University is actively building scientific partnerships that connect the UAE’s sustainability vision with international climate action. By contributing to the Arctic Circle Assembly, Khalifa University reinforces the UAE’s role as a bridge between the Arctic and the Global South, shaping a new model of international cooperation where science informs policy and diplomacy.”

Alisha Roy
Science Writer 

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Khalifa University Biomedical Engineering undergraduate student Amal Musa Ali Alrebh has been named for the prestigious 2025 UAE Rhodes Scholarship, placing her among an elite group selected students for their outstanding intellect, leadership potential, strong character, and commitment to service.

Alrebh would like to pursue her Master’s in Healthcare Improvement and Evaluation at Oxford University, followed by a Master’s in Medical Physics. She views biomedical engineering as a vehicle for human benevolence and intends to merge advanced medical technologies with culturally tailored health policies to strengthen healthcare delivery across the UAE. Reflecting the values upheld by the UAE National Youth Agenda 2031, her selection underscores Khalifa University’s commitment to nurturing future leaders in science and technology.

Alrebh’s selection as a Rhodes Scholar ��ݮ��Ƶ her role not just as a student, but as a future leader committed to sustainable healthcare solutions. By advancing education and research, she will contribute to expanding the UAE’s growing presence in global innovation networks. Her journey exemplifies Khalifa University’s mission to empower students in making meaningful contributions to society and driving progress in critical sectors. 

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Physics PhD graduate Yusuf Olatubnji won gold medal and first-place prize for his work on ‘Novel Nanoparticles for Targeting and Imaging of Cancer Cells’, at the fourth Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition organized during the 2025 AIChE Annual Meeting.

Yusuf is a recipient of several awards including the 2024 Outstanding Graduate Student, Khalifa University, the 2023 Best Presentation Award, 8th Annual Radiology Meeting (ARM), World Trade Center Dubai, UAE, the 2023 Best Abstract Submission Award, second Middle East Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology (MESTRO), Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and the 2023 Best Poster Paper Presentation (Physics), UAE Graduate Student Research Conference, Abu Dhabi.

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Physics PhD student Khulood Alshehhi received the Second-Best Oral Presentation Award at the i2DM international Summit, organized by the Research and Innovation Center for Graphene and 2D Materials (RIC2D) in collaboration with the Phantoms Foundation, and supported by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and the Khalifa University Enterprises Company (KUEC).

The award recognizes Khulood’s excellence in scientific work and the clarity of her presentation. Her presentation showcased her research on electroconductive composite scaffolds designed as drug-delivery platforms for wound patch applications, highlighting a promising direction in advanced biomaterials and regenerative medicine.

Beyond the merit of her delivery, the award carries exceptional significance, as it is signed by two world-renowned scientists, 2010 Physics Nobel Laureate Sir Prof. Konstantin Novoselov and Prof. Yury Gogotsi, a distinguished materials scientist at Drexel University, renowned as the ‘creator’ of MXenes.

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Khalifa University’s 6G Research Center (6GRC) showcased telco AI innovations including three flagship demos that connect research to real operator needs such as the TelecomGPT-Arabic, Deterministic optimization for radio access network (RAN) intelligence, and Arabic voice-to-network-actions at MWC25 Doha.

On the opening day of MWC25 Doha held from 25–26 November, GSMA Foundry and Khalifa University announced a strategic cooperation to advance telco AI, led by Prof. Merouane Debbah, focusing on developing specialized AI data assets, models and benchmarking frameworks for telecom applications. It also focused on the release of key Open Telco assets such as TelecomGPT, a telco-first large language model, and an Open Telco Knowledge Graph built on 3GPP documentation.

Throughout the two-day event, Prof. Debbah and Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Lina Bariah represented 6GRC and Khalifa University in several high-level sessions, including ‘From Science Fiction to Strategy: Agentic AI Transforming MENA’s Connected Ecosystem’, ‘The Cognitive Network: Rethinking Network Architecture in the Age of AI’, ‘Accelerating Telco AI Adoption: Open Telco LLMs, Benchmarks & the Global Telco AI Challenge’, and ‘MENA’s AI Revolution: From National Vision to Societal Value’.

At the GSMA Foundry Pavilion, the 6GRC team showcased TelecomGPT-Arabic – led by Post Doctoral Fellow Dr. Brahim Mefgouda in collaboration with du, Nokia (Nokia Bell Labs), Microsoft and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The first Arabic-native telecom AI assistant, designed to help operators and support teams troubleshoot real network and device issues in Arabic using a multi-agent RAG pipeline.

The Deterministic optimization for RAN intelligence – led by Postdoctoral Fellow Eng. Salma Chèour with BubbleRAN and GSMA was also showcased. This end-to-end optimization pipeline classifies mathematical problems such as Linear Programming (LP) and Quadratic Programming (QP), runs reliable solvers, and automatically translates the results into RAN configuration decisions.

The third was the Arabic voice-to-network-actions, led by Eng. Anis BARA with BubbleRAN and GSMA. A live demo showcased how Arabic voice intents from engineers can be converted into validated, O-RAN / AI-RAN compliant network actions, enabling explainable, zero-touch automation.

Prof. Debbah said: “By representing Khalifa University at MWC25 Doha, the 6G Research Center reinforced its commitment to the UAE’s vision for a knowledge-based, innovation-driven and AI-enabled digital economy, and to building open, trustworthy and energy-efficient AI-native networks for the 6G era and beyond.”

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Students Can Take Part in Petersburg Energy Hub’s Business Programs, Hackathons, and Case Study Championships; Partnership Covers AI, Data Analytics, Geology and ‘Green’ Technologies

Khalifa University of Science and Technology (UAE) has joined the educational ecosystem of the League of Universities of Gazprom Neft, which includes leading universities from Russia, India and China. The collaboration will facilitate exchange of experience in industrial innovation, educational programs, and scientific projects in the energy sector.

The partnership envisions opportunities for launching joint research projects as well as involving the company’s experts in developing academic courses and delivering lectures. Key areas of joint work will include artificial intelligence, data analytics, geology and ‘green’ technologies.

Students of Khalifa University will have the opportunity to take part in business programs, hackathons, and case study championships within the Energytechnohub  Petersburg (Energy Hub) — an ecosystem for supporting technological entrepreneurship developed with the participation of Gazprom Neft. As part of the partnership, they will gain hands-on experience working on projects aimed at addressing advanced technological challenges. University faculty will also participate in the development of an international educational program focused on the preparation and launch of high-tech startups in the Middle East.

In the future, Russian corporate Master’s students of Gazprom Neft will have the opportunity to participate in short-term exchange programs with Khalifa University students. Additionally, the possibility of establishing a joint dual-degree program between universities in Russia and the UAE will be explored.

Ilya Dementyev, Rector of the Gazprom Neft Corporate University, said: “We are creating a format in which students from Russia and the UAE will be able to work together on technological challenges, participate in hackathons and exchange ideas. In doing so, we are shaping an international talent community ready to meet the most complex challenges in energy. This approach will enable future engineers to gain practical experience at the international level and apply best practice. I am confident that our partnership will become the foundation for strengthening the human-capital potential of high-tech industry and will foster new joint educational and research initiatives.”

H.E. Prof. Ebrahim Al Hajri, President, Khalifa University, said: “Partnership with Gazprom Neft, one of the technology leaders in the global oil and gas industry, opens up unique opportunities for our faculty, researchers and students. Our Petroleum Engineering Department is ranked 7^th globally, while several of our research centers are focused on energy, sustainability, carbon capture, and hydrogen. Khalifa University also has a vibrant ecosystem for incubation and commercialization and we see great potential in combining our expertise. This collaboration will contribute to the advancement of innovation and the development of talent capable of shaping future technologies in the global energy sector.”

Gazprom Neft, under the initiative of the President of the Russian Federation, is also contributing to the development of an international remote-employment platform for BRICS countries, which will be open to specialists from the UAE. The online service aims to create a balanced global talent market by enabling cross-border collaboration. By 2027, the platform is expected to give Russian companies access to qualified professionals from partner countries, helping to address the domestic shortage of highly specialised experts and promote Russian technologies on the international stage.

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Research Paper Focuses on Advancing Molten Salt Fast Reactor Dynamics

A team of researchers from Khalifa University’s Emirates Nuclear Technology Center (ENTC) , in collaboration with others, has won the Best Research Contribution Award for a research paper at the Second Saudi International Conference on Nuclear Power Engineering (SCOPE-2), hosted by King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM).

The research paper, ‘Dynamics of the Molten Salt Fast Reactor Through Parametric Dynamic Mode Decomposition’ is authored by Khalifa University’s Prof. Antonio Cammi, Prof. Francois Foulon, Prof. Mohammad Alrwashdeh, post-doctoral fellow Khurrum Saleem Chaudri, and Dr. Saeed Al Ameri, as well as Politecnico di Milano’s Dr. Carolina Introini, Claudio Stecchetti, and Stefano Riva.

The paper focuses on next-generation nuclear technology known for its safety, fuel flexibility, and sustainability. Using a different technique, the team has developed a framework that provides deeper insights into reactor dynamics, supporting the design of safer and more efficient nuclear systems.

Dr. Saeed Alameri said: “We are glad to have won the Best Research Contribution Award at SCOPE-2 which provided a platform to share groundbreaking research in nuclear engineering. This recognition underscores ENTC’s commitment to advancing nuclear science and engineering through innovative, data-driven approaches. Our research not only advances the understanding of the Molten Salt Fast Reactor (MSFR) dynamics but also contributes to the global pursuit of clean, reliable, and sustainable energy.”

Clarence Michael
English Editor – Specialist 

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11 Keynotes and High-Level Panel Session Mark QSTSD 2025, as Global Leaders Explore Quantum Computing, Quantum Communication, and Quantum Sensing

The GCC region’s first International Conference on Quantum Science and Technology for Sustainable Development (), organized by Khalifa University, spanned the full spectrum of quantum science and technology, offering insights into quantum computing, advanced hardware architectures, quantum communications, and emerging scientific and industrial applications.

The two-day QSTSD 2025, organized in partnership with UNESCO and the American Physical Society (APS), and in collaboration with New York University Abu Dhabi, gathered leading global scientists, technologists, policymakers, and industry innovators to explore how quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing can contribute to sustainable development.  The event  brought together a dynamic program of 11 keynote presentations and a dedicated panel session, offering expert perspectives on the rapidly evolving quantum landscape and its transformative potential.

Speakers at the QSTSD 2025 program represented leading institutions and companies including  D-Wave, IBM Quantum, Kipu Quantum, Algorithmiq, Rigetti, the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), ADIA Lab – an independent, Abu Dhabi-based laboratory dedicated to basic and applied research in data and computational sciences, the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN), and top global universities such as the University of Southampton, the University of Manchester, the University of Naples, and University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC), China. Experts highlighted how quantum systems are progressing from theoretical constructs to practical tools capable of addressing complex challenges across sustainability, materials, chemistry, secure communications, and national technology development.

Several talks focused on advancing quantum computing and hardware innovation, including energy-efficient approaches to solving computationally hard problems, scalable superconducting chiplet-based processor designs, fault-tolerance roadmaps, and national strategies for building sovereign quantum capability. Complementing these were sessions on applied quantum technologies, such as quantum chemistry, quantum advantage in industrial and academic settings, and the transition of laboratory breakthroughs into real-world impact. Collectively, these contributions showcased the rapid maturation of quantum systems and their emerging role in global innovation ecosystems.

The program also included a high-level panel session, ‘UAE Perspective: Quantum Technology Impact and Opportunities’, featuring experts discussing the country’s strategic direction for quantum research and development, talent development, and innovation capacity. Together, the keynotes and panel provided a comprehensive view of the global quantum landscape, blending scientific depth, technological opportunity, and national-level strategy, while reinforcing the conference’s purpose of accelerating collaboration and responsible innovation for sustainable development.

In addition to the main conference, the event – was preceded by the Quantum Winter School 2025 (QWS 2025), a preparatory program designed to build foundational knowledge among students, researchers, and early-career professionals. Through advanced tutorials and lectures in quantum communication, quantum sensing and simulation, and quantum computing, QWS 2025 fostered  cross-disciplinary learning and equipped  participants with the skills needed to engage deeply with the themes of QSTSD 2025.

QSTSD 2025  highlighted  how quantum technologies can drive innovation across ICT infrastructure, fintech, healthcare, energy, and environmental monitoring.. For researchers, students, government officials, technology executives, NGOs, and international organizations, QSTSD 2025 serveed  as a platform to exchange knowledge and explore the role of quantum science, engineering, and sustainability.

Clarence Michael
English Editor – Specialist 

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Patented Technology Shortlisted by Prototypes for Humanity Ventures Program, Showcases UAE’s Growing Leadership in Advanced Space Technologies

Khalifa University’s pioneering Intelligent Distributed Satellite Systems (iDSS) project is selected as one of the top 100 innovations at 11th edition of Prototypes for Humanity 2025, the renowned innovation showcase, reaffirming the UAE’s role in fostering scientific innovation and its growing leadership in advancing global space research and technology development with transformative solutions.

The iDSS project, already a patented technology prototype, won against more than 1,200 submissions from 120 countries, demonstrating the research excellence of the FALCON Program and the Khalifa University Department of Aerospace Engineering. The 2025 exhibition that gathered visionary researchers, designers, and technologists, was exceptionally competitive, spanning fields including robotics, sustainability, health sciences, artificial intelligence, climate resilience, and space exploration.

The iDSS project has also been shortlisted by the Prototypes for Humanity Ventures Program, highlighting the project’s strong commercialization potential. This nomination places the iDSS initiative among a select group of innovations being considered for strategic industry partnerships, pilot funding, and support for market entry, further underscoring its viability as a transformative solution in the global space technology landscape.

Developed by Dr. K. Faisal Hussain and Professor Roberto Sabatini, Director, FALCON Program, the iDSS project introduces a next-generation approach to Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Space Traffic Management (STM). It also aligns with a broader vision of FALCON Program, advancing intelligent aerospace systems at a time when Earth’s orbit is becoming increasingly congested.

With the increasing number of Resident Space Objects (RSO) including active satellites, defunct spacecraft, and orbital debris from past missions the space environment is becoming more congested, creating an urgent need for resilient, autonomous, and intelligent surveillance systems capable of ensuring safe and sustainable access to Earth’s orbital domain.

To address these issues, the iDSS project proposes a transformative system designed to address critical challenges in autonomous RSO tracking and collision avoidance. By harnessing distributed and autonomous satellite networks, the team’s innovative approach integrates multi-sensor data fusion and advanced maneuvering algorithms. These advances enable more effective SDA and STM vital for ensuring the safe and sustainable use of Earth’s orbital domain. 

Prof. Sabatini said: “As Khalifa University continues to strengthen its role as a regional and global leader in aerospace technology, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems, the iDSS project exemplifies the institution’s mission to deliver research with global relevance and long-term societal benefit. The recognition at Prototypes for Humanity 2025 not only celebrates the scientific excellence of the FALCON Program but also reinforces the UAE’s vision of becoming a global hub for innovation in sustainable, intelligent, and autonomous aerospace systems.

Prof. Sabatini, who previously founded the Aerospace Systems Research Group (ASRG) and the Guidance, Navigation and Control Laboratory (GNCLab), now leads Khalifa University’s FALCON Program, a transdisciplinary research and training initiative dedicated to sustainable aviation and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM).

Clarence Michael
English Editor – Specialist 

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Professor TieJun Zhang Continues His Active Involvement with Various Projects in the UAE as Part of Abu Dhabi’s Innovative Ecosystem

Khalifa University faculty Professor TieJun Zhang , Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering, is elected as Fellow of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), in recognition of his exceptional engineering achievements and contributions to the engineering profession as well as to ASME, one of the largest and oldest engineering societies.

Ranked among Stanford University’s listing of World’s Top 2% Scientists, Professor TieJun Zhang has over 100 peer-reviewed journal publications and 10 international patents/inventions. He is also a Member of the Mohammed bin Rashid Academy of Scientists (UAE’s National Academy) and the Theme Leader of Abu Dhabi Virtual Research Institute for Sustainability (Energy). Prof. Zhang was earlier recognized as an Outstanding Associate Editor by the ASME.

As Director of International Relations at Khalifa University, Professor Zhang remains instrumental in driving international relations, collaborations and partnerships with various leading global institutions. Additionally, he has received several awards and recognitions for his active involvement in various projects in the UAE, being part of the innovative ecosystem fostered by Khalifa University and Abu Dhabi.

Earlier this year, Professor Zhang’s team won 1st Place in the renowned Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award for their Innovative Research and Development. He has been the Steering Committee Member of several R&D programs and also the Principal Investigator of many research projects on energy, water and micro/nanotechnologies in the UAE.

Prof. Zhang is also the recipient of the UAE National Research Foundation University-Industry Research Collaboration Award, the Abu Dhabi Award for Research Excellence, and the US National Academy Arab-American Frontiers Fellowship Award.

Earlier, Prof. Zhang was a Visiting Assistant Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in the US. He is also the Executive Board Member of Asian Union of Thermal Science and Engineering (AUTSE). He was the co-chair (Arab-side) of the Fourth Arab-American Frontiers of Science, Engineering and Medicine Symposium between the US and 22 Arab countries (organized by the US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine). He has been an invited reviewer for many international research proposals, doctoral dissertations and over 60 scientific journals.

H.E. Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President, Khalifa University, complimented Prof. Zhang for the remarkable and well-deserved achievement and added that it is a testament to his dedication, hard work, and significant contributions to the field of Mechanical Engineering.

Professor TieJun Zhang said: “This international recognition is indeed special to me as I have had my whole faculty career at Khalifa University that has empowered my professional development. This also reaffirms the extent of tremendous support from the Khalifa University peers as well as Abu Dhabi’s innovation ecosystem that encourages and inspires everyone in the UAE. I am fortunate to be part of several initiatives in the UAE which have been enriching and rewarding.”

Clarence Michael
English Editor – Specialist 

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Khalifa University’s Advanced Power and Energy Center to be Technology R&D Hub for Chinese Partner, as MoU Covers Summer Internships and Paid Co-Op Placements

Khalifa University of Science and Technology today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with China’s Guangzhou Baiyun Electric Equipment Co., Ltd. (BYE) to establish a joint innovation laboratory and collaborate in research and development for sustainable energy and electrification technologies.

The MoU was signed by H.E. Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President, Khalifa University and Dezhao Hu, Chairman of BYE. The collaboration covers developing industrial-academic projects tailored to the needs of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region’s power grid, and cooperating in renewable energy integration and storage systems, advanced power electronics, hybrid AC/DC transmission networks, transportation electrification, green hydrogen applications, seamless data center integration, and AI-driven power systems. The collaboration also includes internships for Khalifa University students, technical exchanges, and joint seminars to engage local industry stakeholders.

Khalifa University’s Advanced Power and Energy Center (APEC) will be considered the technology R&D hub for BYE, which will have access to APEC’s laboratories. BYE will also engage researchers to develop joint industrial-academic research projects, while APEC will have access to BYE labs for full integration between both teams.

H.E. Professor Al Hajri said: “This partnership with Guangzhou Baiyun reflects our commitment to driving innovation in clean energy and supporting the UAE’s vision for a sustainable future, especially through energy transition and integration. By leveraging BYE’s product portfolio alongside APEC’s technical expertise and resources, this partnership will accelerate the strategic transformation of energy systems and unlock market potential in the GCC region and globally. Our research centers continue to contribute to the UAE’s power sector requirements, providing advanced solutions to meet challenges in adopting new technologies. By combining our academic expertise with knowledge from the industry, we aim to accelerate impactful research that benefits the regional sector and the global community.”

Dezhao Hu, Chairman, BYE, said: “With a legacy spanning over four decades of driving industrial electrification, BYE has established a comprehensive ecosystem that spans the entire spectrum from low to ultra-high voltage. This partnership with Khalifa University marks a significant strategic milestone. We are fully committed to translating this vision into reality, leveraging our combined industrial and academic strengths to forge synergies that will drive our shared expansion across the GCC region and the global market.”

Khalifa University students will benefit from summer internships and paid co-op placements at BYE’s industrial and R&D facilities, ensuring knowledge exchange and talent development that supports the Middle East’s evolving energy landscape. The MoU includes an annual training program to develop at least five specialized power equipment technology professionals each year, joint technical lectures, and seminars for UAE industry stakeholders.

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