'UPGRADE winning projects to contribute to Oman's technological landscape'
Published: 04:07 PM,Jul 16,2024 | EDITED : 08:07 PM,Jul 16,2024
'UPGRADE winning projects to contribute to Oman's technological landscape'
Muscat: In the wake of their recent recognition at the UPGRADE programme 2024, three pioneering startups that are lauded for their innovation and potential impact stated that they are set to redefine their respective industries and contribute significantly to Oman's technological landscape.
DroneLens Innovators, a team from the Military Technological College, developed an autonomous drone integrated with AI for real-time aircraft defect analysis. The team members include Luqman al Dhafari, Munthir al Aamri, and Salah al Thuhli.
Their technology enhances operational efficiency and safety while reducing maintenance costs. The team has achieved significant milestones including securing a Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (MoHERI) BFP RG project and presenting their findings at three international scientific conferences.
Luqman al Dhafari articulated their future plans, stating, 'Our next plan is to develop our drone to reach higher efficiency so it will be capable of doing the tasks that we planned to do.'
Pure Bar Tech, formed by students from the National University's College of Engineering, specialises in producing eco-friendly Green Aluminium (Greenilium) from local environmental waste.
The team members are Al Yaqeen al Souti, Ahmed al Awadi and Reem al Qasabi. They utilise AI equations in their production line to eliminate hazardous chemicals found in commercial aluminium, aiming to lead the global aluminium market. 'We plan to cooperate with many countries and bring our project to further levels,' Al Yaqeen al Souti said.
GreenSensors, comprising students from the National University of Science and Technology, International Maritime College Oman, developed a low-cost, eco-friendly microbial fuel cell (MFC) biosensor for real-time monitoring of industrial wastewater plants.
The team members are Maira al Qaidi and al Hanoof al Housni. Their innovation aims to enhance water quality monitoring in smart cities and support sustainable urban development. 'We plan to cooperate with many countries and bring our project to further levels,' Maira stated.
Dr Salah al Zadjali, Director General of Research Programmes and Capacity Building at the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation emphasised the comprehensive support provided by the UPGRADE programme.
'Basically, we put these new startups into incubators to help them grow and develop. We also provide them with practical training, as well as with consultation services,' he stated.
These projects highlight Oman's commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among its youth, paving the way for sustainable economic growth and technological advancement.
DroneLens Innovators, a team from the Military Technological College, developed an autonomous drone integrated with AI for real-time aircraft defect analysis. The team members include Luqman al Dhafari, Munthir al Aamri, and Salah al Thuhli.
Their technology enhances operational efficiency and safety while reducing maintenance costs. The team has achieved significant milestones including securing a Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (MoHERI) BFP RG project and presenting their findings at three international scientific conferences.
Luqman al Dhafari articulated their future plans, stating, 'Our next plan is to develop our drone to reach higher efficiency so it will be capable of doing the tasks that we planned to do.'
Pure Bar Tech, formed by students from the National University's College of Engineering, specialises in producing eco-friendly Green Aluminium (Greenilium) from local environmental waste.
The team members are Al Yaqeen al Souti, Ahmed al Awadi and Reem al Qasabi. They utilise AI equations in their production line to eliminate hazardous chemicals found in commercial aluminium, aiming to lead the global aluminium market. 'We plan to cooperate with many countries and bring our project to further levels,' Al Yaqeen al Souti said.
GreenSensors, comprising students from the National University of Science and Technology, International Maritime College Oman, developed a low-cost, eco-friendly microbial fuel cell (MFC) biosensor for real-time monitoring of industrial wastewater plants.
The team members are Maira al Qaidi and al Hanoof al Housni. Their innovation aims to enhance water quality monitoring in smart cities and support sustainable urban development. 'We plan to cooperate with many countries and bring our project to further levels,' Maira stated.
Dr Salah al Zadjali, Director General of Research Programmes and Capacity Building at the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation emphasised the comprehensive support provided by the UPGRADE programme.
'Basically, we put these new startups into incubators to help them grow and develop. We also provide them with practical training, as well as with consultation services,' he stated.
These projects highlight Oman's commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among its youth, paving the way for sustainable economic growth and technological advancement.