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Kuwait Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait's KISR launches IKARUS platform for high-performance computing and AI
KUWAIT: Acting Director General of Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) Dr Faisal Al-Humaidan announced Tuesday the launch of the Integrated Kuwait Advanced Research for Ultra-Scale Computing System (IKARUS). The system is the first fully integrated national platform in Kuwait for high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI), aimed at supporting the scientific and research communities and strengthening Kuwait's standing in advanced technologies. In a press statement marking the occasion, Al-Humaidan said that IKARUS offers advanced processing and data capabilities, including a computing performance of 244 teraflops (244 trillion calculations per second), with storage capacities of up to 500 terabytes for temporary storage and five petabytes for permanent storage, enabling it to address research challenges in environment, energy, water, petroleum, biomedical engineering, and climate change. He noted that the platform serves as a practical tool for researchers and engineers to tackle large and complex problems and develop solutions with higher efficiency, lower cost, and shorter time compared to traditional computing methods, thus contributing to sustainable development goals and Kuwait?s Vision 2035. Al-Humaidan stressed that IKARUS is not merely a technical project but an investment in Kuwait?s scientific and technological future, opening new horizons for local and international cooperation and reinforcing the country?s role as a regional hub for research and innovation in line with leadership directives toward a knowledge-based economy. For her part, the system's technical lead engineer, Tahani Hussein, said in a similar statement that IKARUS was designed to balance high computing power with energy efficiency, featuring parallel and sequential workload management. She added that the platform combines big data technologies and artificial intelligence on a single infrastructure, enabling data analysis, running simulations, and handling various research workloads. Among the key benefits of the platform, she said, are accelerating research in energy, environment, water, and medical technologies; supporting decision-making through advanced simulations and big data analysis; enhancing risk management; training national talent in HPC and AI; and helping place Kuwait among countries possessing advanced computing technologies. - KUNA
Arab Times
2 days ago
- Science
- Arab Times
Kuwait's KISR launches ICARUS, a Revolutionary AI and HPC Platform
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 12: On Tuesday, Dr. Faisal Al-Humaidan, Acting Director General of the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR), officially inaugurated the ICARUS system, marking the launch of Kuwait's first integrated national platform for high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI). Speaking during the inauguration, Dr. Al-Humaidan highlighted the significance of ICARUS as a key enabler for Kuwait's scientific and research communities, enhancing the country's position in the realm of advanced technologies. The new system is set to provide cutting-edge processing and data capabilities, with a computational performance of 244 teraflops (244 trillion calculations per second) and substantial storage capacity — 500 terabytes for temporary storage and 5 petabytes for permanent storage. These specifications will allow ICARUS to tackle research challenges across a range of critical sectors, including environmental studies, energy, water, petroleum, biomedical engineering, and climate change. Al-Humaidan emphasized that the ICARUS system will serve as a powerful tool for researchers and engineers, enabling them to solve complex problems more efficiently and cost-effectively, and in less time compared to traditional computing methods. He noted that ICARUS aligns with Kuwait's broader sustainable development goals and supports the country's Vision 2035 by enhancing its technological infrastructure. "The launch of ICARUS is not merely a technical achievement," Dr. Al-Humaidan remarked. "It is a strategic investment in Kuwait's scientific and technological future, providing opportunities for both local and international cooperation and reinforcing Kuwait's growing role as a regional hub for research and innovation. This project aligns perfectly with the political leadership's focus on building a knowledge-based economy." In a separate statement, Engineer Tahani Hussein, the technical official overseeing the ICARUS system, explained the system's design and capabilities. She stated that ICARUS was crafted to balance high computing power with energy efficiency, allowing for both parallel and sequential management of computing loads. The platform merges big data and AI technologies on a single infrastructure, enabling advanced data analysis, simulation, and processing of diverse research workloads. Engineer Hussein highlighted several key benefits of ICARUS, including accelerating research in fields like energy, environment, water, and medical technologies. She also emphasized its role in supporting data-driven decision-making through advanced simulation and big data analytics, enhancing risk management, and providing opportunities for training national experts in supercomputing and AI. Furthermore, she noted that the system will position Kuwait among the leading nations in terms of advanced computing capabilities. The launch of ICARUS marks a milestone in Kuwait's scientific and technological advancement, underscoring the nation's commitment to innovation and research excellence.
Kuwait Times
2 days ago
- Science
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait's KISR launches ICARUS platform for high-performance computing and AI
KUWAIT: Acting Director General of Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) Dr Faisal Al-Humaidan announced Tuesday the launch of the Integrated Kuwait Advanced Research for Ultra-Scale Computing System (ICARUS). The system is the first fully integrated national platform in Kuwait for high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI), aimed at supporting the scientific and research communities and strengthening Kuwait's standing in advanced technologies. In a press statement marking the occasion, Al-Humaidan said that ICARUS offers advanced processing and data capabilities, including a computing performance of 244 teraflops (244 trillion calculations per second), with storage capacities of up to 500 terabytes for temporary storage and five petabytes for permanent storage, enabling it to address research challenges in environment, energy, water, petroleum, biomedical engineering, and climate change. He noted that the platform serves as a practical tool for researchers and engineers to tackle large and complex problems and develop solutions with higher efficiency, lower cost, and shorter time compared to traditional computing methods, thus contributing to sustainable development goals and Kuwait?s Vision 2035. Al-Humaidan stressed that ICARUS is not merely a technical project but an investment in Kuwait?s scientific and technological future, opening new horizons for local and international cooperation and reinforcing the country?s role as a regional hub for research and innovation in line with leadership directives toward a knowledge-based economy. For her part, the system's technical lead engineer, Tahani Hussein, said in a similar statement that ICARUS was designed to balance high computing power with energy efficiency, featuring parallel and sequential workload management. She added that the platform combines big data technologies and artificial intelligence on a single infrastructure, enabling data analysis, running simulations, and handling various research workloads. Among the key benefits of the platform, she said, are accelerating research in energy, environment, water, and medical technologies; supporting decision-making through advanced simulations and big data analysis; enhancing risk management; training national talent in HPC and AI; and helping place Kuwait among countries possessing advanced computing technologies. - KUNA
Kuwait Times
10-07-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
KISR marks fourth year of shrimp harvest, with farmed shrimp reaching Kuwaiti markets for first time
KISR proposes 100,000m² aquaculture complex to expand shrimp and fish production KUWAIT: The Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) announced Thursday the successful production and marketing of locally farmed shrimp for the fourth year in a row — a milestone the institute says strengthens national food security and aligns with the country's long-term development vision. The announcement was made during KISR's annual 'Shrimp Harvest' event at the Kabd Research and Innovation Station, held under the patronage of Acting Director General Dr Faisal Al-Humaidan. The initiative is part of KISR's broader push to promote sustainability, self-sufficiency, and innovative food systems under New Kuwait 2035. 'This success represents an important strategic step toward developing the aquaculture sector on a wide commercial scale in Kuwait,' said Dr Shireen Al-Subaie, a scientific researcher at KISR's Environment and Life Sciences Research Center and head of the sustainable shrimp farm project using modern technologies. This year's harvest marked a leap in progress. According to Al-Subaie, the shrimp reached the weight of commercial shrimp (20 grams), with production levels exceeding two kilograms per square meter — impressive results given Kuwait's harsh environmental conditions. 'These results are the outcome of meticulous research and advanced applications in intensive and closed shrimp farming systems,' she explained. 'The systems have proven highly efficient in adapting to Kuwait's difficult groundwater and extreme climate.' For the first time, the locally farmed shrimp were sold in Kuwaiti markets — a breakthrough that KISR hopes will encourage the private sector to invest in domestic production. Currently, more than 70 percent of shrimp consumed in Kuwait is imported. Al-Subaie credited the achievement to the institute's use of biofloc technology — an eco-friendly, chemical-free system that continuously recycles water and eliminates the need for antibiotics. 'The institute has excelled in adapting this complex technology to Kuwait's low-salinity groundwater — a major scientific challenge, especially given its unbalanced ionic composition,' she said. Beyond boosting food security, KISR sees this innovation as an opportunity to generate investment and create new jobs for Kuwaitis in the aquaculture sector. Looking ahead, the institute has submitted a proposal under the government's initiatives program to establish a large-scale Fish Farming Economic Complex in the "Ghadhy' desert area north of Kuwait City. The proposed 100,000-square-meter site could produce up to 1,200 tons annually of shrimp, as well as local species like "sobaity", "hamour", and "shaam". The complex would also manufacture fish feed and processed products — a potential game-changer for Kuwait's food economy. 'This is a promising path toward sustainable development goals and a more resilient national food system,' Al-Subaie said. — KUNA
Arab Times
10-07-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Locally grown shrimp hits Kuwaiti market in food security milestone
KUWAIT CITY, July 10: The Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) announced its success for the fourth consecutive year in producing and marketing locally farmed shrimp using advanced, environmentally friendly technologies. This marks a strategic step toward enhancing food security and achieving self-sufficiency, in line with the objectives of the 'New Kuwait 2035' vision. The announcement was made during the 'Shrimp Harvest' event, organized by KISR on Thursday at the Kabd Research and Innovation Station, under the patronage of Acting Director General of KISR Dr. Faisal Al-Humaidan. Head of the Sustainable Economic Shrimp Farm Project and Scientist Dr. Shireen Al-Subaie explained that KISR has achieved significant production growth this year. The weight of farmed shrimp reached 20 grams, with average production exceeding two kilograms per square meter, due to closed, intensive farming systems developed to withstand Kuwait's harsh environmental conditions and low-salinity groundwater. This success was made possible through biofl oc technology, which recycles water without the need for antibiotics or chemicals, ensuring a safe and environmentally friendly product. KISR successfully adapted this technology to suit the unique characteristics of Kuwaiti groundwater, despite challenges posed by its unbalanced ionic composition. This year, the project experienced a significant milestone with the introduction of locally farmed shrimp to the Kuwaiti market for the first time. Dr. Al-Subaie described this as an encouraging step for the private sector to help reduce Kuwait's heavy reliance on imported shrimp, which currently accounts for over 70 percent of the country's shrimp consumption. She stressed that these promising results open the door to new investment opportunities and create jobs for Kuwaitis in aquaculture for supporting sustainable development goals and strengthening local food security. Dr. Al-Subaie also revealed that KISR has submitted a proposal to the government to establish an 'economic fish farming complex' at the Ghadi Desert site, spanning 100,000 square meters, with an estimated annual production capacity of 1,200 tons of various fish species including sea bream, grouper, mullet, and shrimp, along with the production of feed and fish products. Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff
