Qualifiers to represent Oman at ITEX 2025 announced
The announcement ceremony was held at Sohar University under the patronage of Mohammed Suleiman Al Kindi, Governor of North Al Batinah, in the presence of Dr. Saif Abdullah Al Haddabi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation for Research and Innovation.
The three selected participants are:
Yousra Yousuf Al Ghadani for her project 'Squid Ink Water Filter", Malak Khalifa Al Harthy, for her innovation 'Portland Cement Reinforced with Carbon Nanosheets as a Dental Filling" and Badr Salim Al Muqbali for his project 'Remote Control Device for Ring Main Unit Operation".
ITEX is an annual international exhibition that bridges inventions, innovations, and technology, often referred to as the 'Marketplace of Inventions and Innovations." It serves as a dynamic platform connecting inventors, investors, entrepreneurs, and startups to showcase and market cutting-edge innovations.
The exhibition features participants from over 20 countries across Asia and Europe, displaying more than 1,000 inventions across various categories. It includes competitions, funding opportunities, and marketing prospects, bringing together investors and industry experts with inventors to foster innovation and idea exchange across multiple sectors.
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