Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Distinguished Academic Performance, in partnership with Hamdan bin Rashid Centre for Giftedness and Creativity, has announced the launch of the third season of the “Future Science Challenge” competition across the Gulf region.
The competition serves as a dynamic platform designed to foster the mastery of artificial intelligence and Internet of Things principles, with a strong emphasis on cultivating multidisciplinary learning approaches among exceptionally talented students.
The competition aims to stimulate the talented students' innovation within the fields of science and technology, encouraging them to apply their knowledge in practical problem-solving through a series of invigorating contests and challenges that nurture their cognitive abilities, cultivate new skills, and facilitate the sharing of their perspectives and insights with their communities. Ultimately, this ambitious initiative aims to unlock their innovation potential, catalysing a future with boundless creativity and groundbreaking discoveries.
Dr. Khalifa Al Suwaidi, Secretary-General of Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Distinguished Academic Performance, said that the competition seeks to empower these bright minds to refine their talents within the captivating realm of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, thereby equipping them with the essential skills and competencies demanded by the professions of tomorrow.
Dr. Al Suwaidi added, “This remarkable competition comes at a crucial juncture where technology has become an indispensable facet of our existence. The pervasive influence of artificial intelligence and its multifaceted applications across domains such as healthcare, environment, education, finance, and entertainment have rendered it an essential component of our lives.
Therefore, the significance of this competition lies in its relentless pursuit of nurturing future generations equipped with the capability to embrace the rapid scientific and technological advancements of our contemporary world. By doing so, we aim to foster their invaluable contributions to our societies, elevate our region's global competitiveness, and instigate positive transformation through innovation and creativity.”
This third season of the Future Science Challenge competition is launched under the theme “Towards a More Sustainable Future,” in complete alignment with the visionary goals of UAE, which has designated 2023 as the Year of Sustainability. Participating students will be encouraged to explore and devise sustainable solutions and applications within omes, water conservation, and shopping, channelling their inventive spirit towards nurturing a more ecologically conscious and responsible future.
The competition encompasses two distinct categories: the Junior category, tailored for students aged 10 to 13, and the Senior category, designed for professionals aged 14 to 17.
Participating teams will dedicate their efforts to sustainability, employing their ingenuity and technical prowess to conceptualise and execute innovative projects utilising the cutting-edge technologies of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things.
Each submission must include an informative project outline accompanied by an illustrative poster that encapsulates the research process, methodology, design, and results. Participants will be able to engage in practical training, showcase their projects, and be eligible for prestigious awards commensurate with their demonstrated efforts and achievements.
Invitations to participate in the competition have been extended to Emirates Schools Establishment, Emirates Association for the Talented, Knowledge and Human Development Authority, Sharjah Private Education Authority, Emirates Science Club, Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Centre for Giftedness and Cretivity, from the UAE.
Additionally, the Ministry of Education from the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Ministry of Education and King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundations For Giftedness and Creativity from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Education and Higher Education from the State of Qatar, and Sabah Al Ahmad Centre for Giftedness and Creativity from the State of Kuwait, as well as the Ministry of Education from the Sultanate of Oman have been invited to participate in the competition.