Open UAE Research and Development

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About

 

Background

The OpenUAE Research & Development Group spearheads cutting-edge research initiatives to drive the successful adoption of Open-Source Software (OSS) across the nation. With a strategic focus on OSS, Security, Blockchain, the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Large Language Models (LLMs), Quantum Computing, and Autonomous AI Agents, the group remains at the forefront of technological innovation. In addition to research, it designs advanced solutions and delivers specialized training and consultancy services to empower both the public and private sectors. This forward-thinking initiative is closely aligned with the University of Sharjah’s mission and supports the ambitious vision set forth by the UAE’s "We the UAE 2031" national agenda.

Goals

  • Open-Source Software 
  • Artificial intelligence 
  • Blockchain 
  • RPA and Fintech
  • Digital Forensics & Security
  • UAV Systems Research & Development
  • Research in the Aviation Industry

Objectives

  • Develop, apply, and evaluate OSS solutions in many sectors in the UAE. Our research group will play a vital role and take the lead in many OSS projects, such as security, medical applications, environmental applications, etc. 
  • Contribute to the research world by sharing our findings locally and internationally through workshops, conferences, and journals. 
  • Design of Blockchain reference model, and development of information security management assurance guidelines and security recommendations. 
  • Report findings on research partners, to local, regional, and international organizations. 
  • Establish an OSS awareness campaign through workshops, seminars, and conferences.
  • Provide training and consultancy services to UAE government entities