Participants Showcase Prototypes and Scientific Concepts across Various Think Science Competition Categories

A large number of school students from grades 9-12 as well as university students from undergraduate and diploma levels showcased their prototypes and scientific concepts at the 2019 Think Science Competition that was hosted at Khalifa University today. Winners in various categories were declared at the competition that aims to engage more talented youth from across the UAE for innovative ideas in different applied sciences and technology disciplines.

The winners from each Emirate now qualify to showcase their projects at the Think Science National Competition 2019 Awarding Ceremony, which will be held in April 2019.

Participants displayed their innovative skills in all the categories including robots and artificial intelligence, applied chemistry, applied physics, industrial and mechanical systems, smart systems, safety systems, transportation and road safety systems, systems for the benefit of the determined ones, energy, environmental sciences, health and biomedical systems, material sciences, as well as aviation, aerodynamics, and vehicles designs.

Dr Arif Sultan Al Hammadi, Executive Vice-President, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, said: “We are honored to host the 2019 Think Science Competition, enabling the youth to test their creative skills in science and technology. The range of projects showcased here by these students illustrate the impact of scientific knowledge and their enthusiasm to obtain practical solutions. We believe such challenges help nurture budding talents, paving the way for their appetite for innovations to multiply even more when they enter their professional lives.”

The 2019 Think Science Competition was part of Khalifa University’s calendar of events and activities organized as part of the 2019 UAE Innovation Month to inspire, educate, and engage the community on innovations in science, technology, arts, and engineering.

The globally top-ranked university earlier this month hosted the 2019 UAE Hackathon themed ‘Data for Happiness and Well-being’ that was organized by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA). As an academic partner to Mubtakir and Abu Dhabi Science Festival (ADSF)

2019, Khalifa University presented three innovative engineering students projects – Farming Robot, Search and Rescue (SAR) Drone Project and Pollination DRONE (PD-Drone) at the Mubtakir 2019.

The university also provided around 100 volunteers to work as science communicators during ADSF 2019. Moreover, Ankabut organized its 15th Annual Users Meeting, gathering nearly 300 stakeholders to discuss the role of technology in education.

With research and innovation remaining the core strategic areas, Khalifa University continues to excel in the development of human and intellectual capital while entering into advanced technology collaborations with industry leaders. The university has so far attracted over US$80 million in industry and government sponsored research contracts with more than 50 organizations based in the UAE and worldwide. At the same time, its 16 dedicated research centers have so far facilitated over 70 patents, more than 350 invention disclosures and published over 5,000 articles in top journals.

Clarence Michael
News Writer
24 February 2019

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ETIC 2019 Challenges Student Teams in Eight Categories; University Also Showcasing Relevant Research Innovations at Emirates Skills 2019

Khalifa University has announced it is organizing the Emirates Technology and Innovation Competition (ETIC) for the seventh successive year in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Education at the Emirates Skills National Competition 2019.

ETIC 2019 enables student teams to express their knowledge and abilities in their areas of expertise in a fun way in eight challenging categories. These categories include Computer Programming, Cyber Security, Mobile Application Programming, Game Development, Drones: Build and Fly, Renewable Energy, Electronics: Design and Build, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

The categories of ETIC 2019 are specifically designed to test and hone the skills of UAE national students in science and technology. They also demonstrate the expertise of our faculty,who will judge the student teams’ talents in each category according to the criteria set by the WorldSkills International.

Dr Arif Sultan Al Hammadi, Executive Vice-President, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, said: “For the seventh successive year, Khalifa University is proudly partnering with the Ministry of Education to host ETIC, which has grown into a multi-category challenge offering a perfect platform for students to measure their skills against peers from other institutions, and
enhance knowledge. As the need for science and technology expertise multiplies in the UAE, we are rising to the challenge by engaging the youth, and showing them how interesting and motivating a professional career in science could be.”

“It’s gratifying to witness the enthusiasm of young men and women who challenge themselves in these categories and even exceed our expectations. We believe this year’s ETIC at the Emirates Skills National Competition 2019 will further encourage students to explore emerging technologies, making them suitable future leaders to contribute to the UAE’s knowledge economy transformation,” he added.

In addition, Khalifa University is also showcasing some of its community-relevant and region-specific research innovations at Emirates Skills National Competition 2019. These innovative concepts include ‘Al Kharraf’ – a smart and practical climbing device to make collecting date palms easier, ‘Die Wheel’ – an eco-friendly vehicle powered by batteries for transportation either
in small areas such as buildings or can be used for mobility in cities, an automated cleaning system for solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, and a ground-breaking desalination device that can transform salt water into fresh water without electricity.

Organized by the Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET) from 15-17 April 2019 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC), the Emirates Skills National Competition 2019 showcases the talent of selected Emirati youths that demonstrates their skills in different competitions in the field of craftsmanship and technology by
challenging their peers, based on the standards and criteria of WorldSkills International. The National Competition is a great chance for discovering new skills and getting involved in “hands-on” workshops, as well as getting career advice by meeting with educators, experts and major industries.

As a research-intensive higher education institution, Khalifa University actively organizes and participates in trade, technology and academic exhibitions to demonstrate its capabilities in driving research and innovation.

News Writer
15 April 2019

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