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CairoScene
17-02-2025
- Science
- CairoScene
Women in Research Forum to Launch in Sharjah on February 20th
A total of 297 research papers have been submitted from 260 universities worldwide. Feb 17, 2025 The University of Sharjah is set to host the 5th Forum for Women in Research on February 20th under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi. The two-day event, themed 'QUWA: Together Innovating to Shape the Future', aims to support women in research across local, regional and international levels. A total of 297 research papers have been submitted from 260 universities worldwide, and more than 40 grants will be awarded to outstanding female researchers across multiple disciplines. Scholarships will be granted in four categories, covering key research areas such as health sciences, biomedical engineering, technology, law, Islamic studies, fine arts, humanities, social sciences, communication and business administration. The forum is supported by Namaa Women Advancement Establishment as the Strategic Partner, Emirates Global Aluminium as the Industry Partner, and Khorfakkan University as the Academic Partner.
Sharjah 24
15-02-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
5th Forum for Women in Research to kick off on Thursday at UOS
Featuring interactive sessions and panel discussions The forum will be held over two days, featuring interactive sessions and panel discussions that will address topics such as sustainable innovation and bridging the gap between research and practical solutions . Distinguished speakers from both within the UAE and internationally will participate, sharing their insights and expertise. In addition to the sessions, there will be a poster exhibition showcasing the accomplishments of women in research. During the forum, the winners of the Best Research Proposal will be announced. Over (297) research papers from (260) universities across the globe, have been submitted. More than 40 grants will be awarded to the exceptional female researchers in all fields. These scholarships will be granted across four categories that tackle the recent most significant topics and top research challenges in different fields, including health sciences, biomedical engineering, technology, law, Islamic studies, fine arts and design, humanities, social sciences, communication, and business administration. Partners The event is organised with the support of Namaa Women Advancement Establishment as Strategic Partner, Emirates Global Aluminium as Industry Partner, and Khorfakkan University as Academic Partner. Golden partners include the Sharjah Electricity, Water & Gas Authority (SEWA), Emirates NBD Group, and the Technology Innovation Institute (TII). The Medical Partners are Pfizer and AstraZeneca, while the Energy Partner is the Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC). Technology Partners include Huawei, Intel, and Lenovo, and the Entrepreneurship Partner is the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center "Sheraa," with over (150) community partners.
