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His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi Reviews Research and Scientific Projects at the University of Sharjah

 

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah (UoS), reviewed the progress of research and scientific projects conducted at the University as part of its 2030 strategy during a visit to the College of Health Sciences. His Highness emphasized the importance of translating research projects into practical applications that benefit the whole society. He urged institutions to adopt and commercialize these projects, maximizing their value while supporting scientific, educational, health, technological, and environmental advancements.

 

Green Hydrogen Project: A Key Initiative for 2030 

During his visit, Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi was briefed on one of the University’s pioneering projects—green hydrogen production from seawater. This project, a cornerstone of the University’s 2030 strategy, aims to establish a pilot plant for producing green hydrogen using seawater as the primary resource. Green hydrogen, a carbon-free energy source, emits only water vapor upon combustion, making it an eco-friendly alternative to fossil fuels. This innovative initiative aligns with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change and during his visit, His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi learned about the project’s practical applications, including powering turbines and heating buildings. He was also briefed on the project’s implementation plan starting with the construction of a pilot plant with a daily production capacity of 200 kilograms of hydrogen.  During the second phase the pilot plant will be scaled up to a plant capable of producing 2,000 kilograms daily to meet Sharjah’s energy needs. 

 

The project employs innovative direct seawater electrolysis technology, which eliminates the need for desalination or evaporation to remove salts. Instead, it utilizes seawater salinity as a natural electrolyte, reducing energy consumption and enhancing efficiency. This groundbreaking initiative underscores the University of Sharjah's commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions and contributing to the global transition toward cleaner energy sources. It also marks a pivotal step toward achieving sustainability and renewable energy goals in Sharjah and the UAE highlighting the University’s role as a leading educational and research institution contributing to the UAE Vision 2030.

  

Launch of the "EduMentor" Digital Platform 

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, President of the University of Sharjah, was introduced to the EduMentor digital application, a state-of-the-art educational platform developed collaboratively by the College of Health Sciences and the College of Computing and Informatics. 

EduMentor combines artificial intelligence (AI) with gamified, engaging teaching methods, delivering information in an interactive and competitive format. This innovative tool encourages student participation, enhances knowledge retention, and facilitates virtual applications. Key features of EduMentor include an AI-driven content that presents custom question sets for each academic course, derived directly from the course material, and personalized feedback as users receive tailored performance insights, accessible anytime, anywhere. Faculty members also receive reports, enabling them to address gaps in understanding and improve learning outcomes. The application embodies the University’s vision of modernizing education with cutting-edge technologies. 

 

AI in Precision Diagnosis of Neurological and Chronic Diseases 

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi also viewed a presentation on a pioneering project for the prevention and precise diagnosis of neurological and chronic diseases in the UAE which utilizes the expansive capabilities of artificial intelligence. The initiative aims to enhance the quality of life for Sharjah and UAE residents through early detection of prevalent condition. The presenters introduced the project’s key features to His Highness which include the use of AI to identify biomarkers for diseases common in Sharjah and the UAE such as clinical depression, Alzheimer’s, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson’s, as well as chronic conditions like asthma and cancer.  The biomarkers can also be used to develop non-invasive diagnostic kits that use saliva samples and offer accurate and accessible tools for widespread health challenges. 

His Highness was briefed on the benefits of this project, which provides a better quality of life for the citizens of the Emirate of Sharjah and the UAE through screening for prevalent diseases using accurate and effective non-surgical diagnostic biomarker kits, and establishing a pioneering ecosystem for Emirati students and faculty members at the University of Sharjah to develop research, in addition to establishing a leading start-up company in the field of artificial intelligence and precision diagnostic medicine in Sharjah to achieve more research into the mechanisms of prevalent diseases.

Furthermore, His Highness was briefed on the achievements report of the University of Sharjah Center of Excellence in Healthy Aging, which focuses on community service, education, scientific research, medical initiatives, and exploring innovative areas of cooperation with government and private entities. The report addressed the center's future plans, which aspire to obtain more global memberships and cooperate with specialized international organizations.

 

 

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