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Broadcast Pro
09-07-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
Lockheed Martin welcomes 44 interns to tech internship in Abu Dhabi
This summer, interns will work alongside Lockheed Martin engineers on five cutting-edge projects centered on space systems, artificial intelligence and simulation. Lockheed Martin has launched the latest edition of its summer internship programme at the Centre for Innovation and Security Solutions (CISS) in Abu Dhabi, welcoming 44 aspiring engineers, scientists and future leaders. This years record-breaking class builds on the momentum of the 2024 summer intake of 32 participants, reflecting Lockheed Martins continued commitment to developing talent in the United Arab Emirates and shaping the next generation of innovators in defence, aerospace and advanced technology. The 2025 summer cohort includes UAE nationals, US citizens and residents representing 16 other nationalities. Six students have travelled from the United States, Singapore, India and Italy, underscoring the UAEs emergence as a global destination for innovation. All interns were selected through a rigorous, merit-based process based on academic excellence, technical skills and leadership potential. Gen. John Mick Nicholson, US Army (Ret.), chief executive of Lockheed Martin Middle East, said: ' Lockheed Martin is a global leader in advancing defence innovation, where high-tech meets high impact. In the UAE, we are developing future-ready talent through hands-on experience and practical learning. By working together, we are not only supporting national security, but also helping to grow the economy, strengthen STEM skills, and advance the countrys long-term capabilities.' This summer, interns will collaborate with Lockheed Martin engineers on five advanced projects focused on space systems, artificial intelligence (AI) and simulation. Project themes include lunar base construction using 3D-printed regolith, autonomous foreign debris detection for aviation safety, modular vertical takeoff and landing uncrewed aircraft design, and immersive cockpit simulator development. Interns will also engage in systems planning and applied innovation. Hala Majeed, manager of Lockheed Martin CISS, added: 'This is more than a training program. It is a long-term investment in the UAEs talent pipeline and sovereign capabilities. These students are turning knowledge into impact by working on real-world challenges and building the advanced skills needed to lead in critical sectors and technology domains.' Since 2017, the CISS internship programme has graduated over 250 students. Alumni have gone on to build careers in aerospace, engineering, and public service, joining organisations such as EDGE Group, Tawazun, Mubadala, the Ministry of Defense, Dubai Police, TII, Khalifa University, AMMROC, GAL, and more than a dozen startups, tech firms, and industry partners. Lockheed Martin has also hired 14 Emirati interns into high-priority national security programs, underscoring its long-term investment in local talent. The programme supports national goals for STEM education, workforce development, and industrial self-reliance, while deepening US-UAE collaboration on innovation, research and talent development.
Mid East Info
09-07-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
44 Interns Join Lockheed Martin's Advanced Technology Internship in Abu Dhabi - Middle East Business News and Information
CISS Programs Prepare Next-Gen Talent for Roles in AI, Space and Aerospace Systems ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, July, 2025 — Lockheed Martin recently launched the latest edition of its summer internship program at the Center for Innovation and Security Solutions CISS in Abu Dhabi, welcoming 44 aspiring engineers, scientists and future leaders. This year's record-breaking class builds on the momentum of the 2024 summer intake of 32 participants, reflecting Lockheed Martin's continued commitment to developing talent in the United Arab Emirates and shaping the next generation of innovators in defense, aerospace, and advanced technology. The 2025 summer cohort includes UAE nationals, U.S. citizens, and residents representing 16 other nationalities. Six students have traveled from the United States, Singapore, India and Italy, underscoring the UAE's emergence as a global destination for innovation. All interns were selected through a rigorous, merit-based process based on academic excellence, technical skills and leadership potential. 'Lockheed Martin is a global leader in advancing defense innovation, where high-tech meets high impact,' said Gen. John 'Mick' Nicholson, U.S. Army (Ret.), chief executive of Lockheed Martin Middle East. 'In the UAE, we are developing future-ready talent through hands-on experience and practical learning. By working together, we are not only supporting national security, but also helping to grow the economy, strengthen STEM skills, and advance the country's long-term capabilities.' This summer, interns will collaborate with Lockheed Martin engineers on five advanced projects focused on space systems, artificial intelligence (AI) and simulation. Project themes include lunar base construction using 3D-printed regolith, autonomous foreign debris detection for aviation safety, modular vertical takeoff and landing uncrewed aircraft design, and immersive cockpit simulator development. Interns will also engage in systems planning and applied innovation. 'This is more than a training program. It is a long-term investment in the UAE's talent pipeline and sovereign capabilities,' said Hala Majeed, manager of Lockheed Martin CISS. 'These students are turning knowledge into impact by working on real-world challenges and building the advanced skills needed to lead in critical sectors and technology domains.' Since 2017, the CISS internship program has graduated over 250 students. Alumni have gone on to build careers in aerospace, engineering, and public service, joining organizations such as EDGE Group, Tawazun, Mubadala, the Ministry of Defense, Dubai Police, TII, Khalifa University, AMMROC, GAL, and more than a dozen startups, tech firms, and industry partners. Lockheed Martin has also hired 14 Emirati interns into high-priority national security programs, underscoring its long-term investment in local talent. The program supports national goals for STEM education, workforce development, and industrial self-reliance, while deepening U.S.-UAE collaboration on innovation, research, and talent development. About Lockheed Martin: Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready.
Al Etihad
09-07-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
44 interns join Lockheed Martin's advanced technology internship in Abu Dhabi
9 July 2025 15:54 ABU DHABI (WAM) Lockheed Martin recently launched the latest edition of its summer internship programme at the Centre for Innovation and Security Solutions (CISS) in Abu Dhabi, welcoming 44 aspiring engineers, scientists and future year's record-breaking class builds on the momentum of the 2024 summer intake of 32 participants, reflecting Lockheed Martin's continued commitment to developing talent in the United Arab Emirates and shaping the next generation of innovators in defence, aerospace, and advanced 2025 summer cohort includes UAE nationals, US citizens, and residents representing 16 other students have travelled from the United States, Singapore, India, and Italy, underscoring the UAE's emergence as a global destination for innovation. All interns were selected through a rigorous, merit-based process based on academic excellence, technical skills and leadership potential.'Lockheed Martin is a global leader in advancing defence innovation, where high-tech meets high impact,' said Gen. John 'Mick' Nicholson, U.S. Army (Ret.), chief executive of Lockheed Martin Middle East.'In the UAE, we are developing future-ready talent through hands-on experience and practical learning. By working together, we are not only supporting national security but also helping to grow the economy, strengthen STEM skills, and advance the country's long-term capabilities.'This summer, interns will collaborate with Lockheed Martin engineers on five advanced projects focused on space systems, artificial intelligence (AI) and simulation. Project themes include lunar base construction using 3D-printed regolith, autonomous foreign debris detection for aviation safety, modular vertical takeoff and landing uncrewed aircraft design, and immersive cockpit simulator will also engage in systems planning and applied innovation.'This is more than a training programme. It is a long-term investment in the UAE's talent pipeline and sovereign capabilities,' said Hala Majeed, manager of Lockheed Martin CISS.'These students are turning knowledge into impact by working on real-world challenges and building the advanced skills needed to lead in critical sectors and technology domains.'Since 2017, the CISS internship programme has graduated over 250 have gone on to build careers in aerospace, engineering, and public service, joining organisations such as EDGE Group, Tawazun, Mubadala, the Ministry of Defence, Dubai Police, TII, Khalifa University, AMMROC, GAL, and more than a dozen startups, tech firms, and industry partners. Lockheed Martin has also hired 14 Emirati interns into high-priority national security programmes, underscoring its long-term investment in local talent. The programme supports national goals for STEM education, workforce development, and industrial self-reliance, while deepening US-UAE collaboration on innovation, research, and talent development.
Zawya
09-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
44 Interns join Lockheed Martin's Advanced Technology Internship in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Lockheed Martin recently launched the latest edition of its summer internship program at the Center for Innovation and Security Solutions (CISS) in Abu Dhabi, welcoming 44 aspiring engineers, scientists and future leaders. This year's record-breaking class builds on the momentum of the 2024 summer intake of 32 participants, reflecting Lockheed Martin's continued commitment to developing talent in the United Arab Emirates and shaping the next generation of innovators in defense, aerospace, and advanced technology. The 2025 summer cohort includes UAE nationals, U.S. citizens, and residents representing 16 other nationalities. Six students have traveled from the United States, Singapore, India and Italy, underscoring the UAE's emergence as a global destination for innovation. All interns were selected through a rigorous, merit-based process based on academic excellence, technical skills and leadership potential. 'Lockheed Martin is a global leader in advancing defense innovation, where high-tech meets high impact,' said Gen. John 'Mick' Nicholson, U.S. Army (Ret.), chief executive of Lockheed Martin Middle East. 'In the UAE, we are developing future-ready talent through hands-on experience and practical learning. By working together, we are not only supporting national security, but also helping to grow the economy, strengthen STEM skills, and advance the country's long-term capabilities.' This summer, interns will collaborate with Lockheed Martin engineers on five advanced projects focused on space systems, artificial intelligence (AI) and simulation. Project themes include lunar base construction using 3D-printed regolith, autonomous foreign debris detection for aviation safety, modular vertical takeoff and landing uncrewed aircraft design, and immersive cockpit simulator development. Interns will also engage in systems planning and applied innovation. 'This is more than a training program. It is a long-term investment in the UAE's talent pipeline and sovereign capabilities,' said Hala Majeed, manager of Lockheed Martin CISS. 'These students are turning knowledge into impact by working on real-world challenges and building the advanced skills needed to lead in critical sectors and technology domains.' Since 2017, the CISS internship program has graduated over 250 students. Alumni have gone on to build careers in aerospace, engineering, and public service, joining organizations such as EDGE Group, Tawazun, Mubadala, the Ministry of Defense, Dubai Police, TII, Khalifa University, AMMROC, GAL, and more than a dozen startups, tech firms, and industry partners. Lockheed Martin has also hired 14 Emirati interns into high-priority national security programs, underscoring its long-term investment in local talent. The program supports national goals for STEM education, workforce development, and industrial self-reliance, while deepening U.S.-UAE collaboration on innovation, research, and talent development. About Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready.
Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Electrons spiral with a purpose: A new platform decodes their selective spin
By combining the principles of physics, chemistry, and biology, scientists have crafted a special programmable platform to explore one of the most puzzling quantum mysteries of our time: why electrons seem to choose sides when passing through certain twisted molecules. This behavior, known as the chiral-induced spin selectivity (CISS) effect, has baffled researchers for over two decades. It shows up in biological processes like photosynthesis and cellular respiration, yet no one fully understands how or why it happens. Now, researchers from the University of Pittsburgh have engineered an artificial, controllable system that can mimic the conditions under which this strange effect occurs. Their approach could reshape how we study quantum transport and might also help us design new materials for electronics, energy, and even medicine. "The beauty of our approach is not that it mimics chemistry or biology exactly, but that it allows us to isolate and study individual processes that are relevant in chiral quantum transport," said François Damanet, a physicist and one of the members of the research team. Back in the late 1990s, scientists Ron Naaman and David Waldeck made a surprising discovery. When electrons pass through films of chiral (twisted) molecules, how easily they can move is decided by their spin, which is a quantum property. Instead of a small noticeable effect, they saw spin-dependent changes as high as 20 percent, a result that stunned the scientific community. Since then, the CISS effect has popped up in various biological systems, yet researchers haven't been able to pin down the exact mechanism behind it. This is because real biological molecules are complex. They're soft, flexible, constantly moving, and surrounded by water, all of which makes it nearly impossible to isolate the role of chirality alone. That's where the new platform comes in. The researchers did not try to recreate biology. Instead, they built a clean, programmable playground for electrons. Using a technique developed in 2008, they worked with a special material made from layers of lanthanum aluminate (LaAlO3) and strontium titanate (SrTiO3). By using a fine-tipped microscopic pen, they could draw paths where electrons can travel. To make those paths chiral, they introduced a clever twist: the probe not only moved in a wavy, serpentine pattern across the surface, but its voltage was also modulated up and down in sync. This combination created spiral-like channels that broke mirror symmetry, the key ingredient of chirality. These artificial chiral waveguides weren't just pretty shapes. When electrons flowed through them, surprising quantum effects emerged. The team saw unusual conductance patterns and even observed electrons pairing up in ways that shouldn't be possible under strong magnetic fields. Theoretical models suggested that the spiral geometry created a kind of engineered spin-orbit coupling, which locked the electrons' spin to their direction of motion, just like some theories had proposed for the CISS effect in molecules. What makes this platform so powerful is that it's fully programmable. Researchers can change the shape, size, and strength of the chiral patterns, erase them, and write new ones, all on the same device. "We can systematically vary parameters like the pitch, amplitude, and coupling strength of chiral modulations—something impossible with fixed structures," Damanet said. This new platform doesn't try to copy molecules atom-for-atom. Instead, it gives scientists something they've never had before: precise control. In biological systems, everything is messy—molecules wiggle, environments shift, and vibrations interfere with measurements. However, on this programmable platform, each variable can be changed independently, allowing researchers to test exactly how chirality affects quantum transport. This could help settle long-standing debates about whether spin-orbit interactions, molecular vibrations, or other mechanisms drive the CISS effect. While the system operates at ultra-cold temperatures and uses inorganic materials, it sets the stage for future hybrid setups that could combine these solid-state tools with real molecules. The team is already exploring ways to pair their platform with organic materials or carbon nanotubes, and even to run experiments at higher temperatures. The goal isn't to replace biological studies, but to work alongside them, much like how wind tunnels help engineers test aircraft designs before real-world flights. If successful, this approach could help scientists not only solve the CISS puzzle but also understand other complex quantum systems. It could inspire new materials for spintronics, where electron spin is used in computing, or guide the design of efficient catalysts and bio-inspired energy devices. The study is published in the journal Science Advances.
