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Morocco World
06-05-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Moroccan Students Reach Global Tech4Good Finals in China
Rabat – Huawei Morocco, in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation, announced the participation of a Moroccan student team in the global finals of the Tech4Good competition. The event took place in China last month. The Moroccan team began their journey in Essaouira through the Seeds for the Future program. There, they successfully qualified for the Tech4Good finals after competing in a regional round organized by Huawei Northern Africa. The competition brought together 160 young participants from 17 countries. Among them, 18 Moroccan students stood out, and six were selected to represent Morocco at the world finals. The students came from universities and institutions across the country, including Al Akhawayn University, Moulay Ismail University in Meknes, Ibn Tofail University in Kenitra, and Suptech Santé. Their project, called Smart Aquaponics, impressed the judges with its smart farming solution that uses IoT and cloud computing to manage water and nutrients more efficiently, according to a statement from Huawei Morocco. The project aims to offer a local and practical solution to a major global challenge, as water scarcity becomes a growing global issue. It combines technology and environmental awareness to promote sustainable agriculture. The team had a unique experience in China, as they visited major tech companies, including Huawei's headquarters, attended advanced training sessions, and received international mentorship. These opportunities helped them improve their project before presenting it to a global jury during the final. Jason Chen, Vice President of Huawei Morocco, praised the team's performance, saying their qualification for the Tech4Good global finals shows the power of innovation and youth in Morocco. 'Through initiatives like Seeds for the Future, Huawei continues to support projects that address global challenges while empowering Moroccan youth to position themselves as leaders in digital transformation,' Chen added. He concluded that the company is 'proud' to support them in this journey, 'which is both a boost for their talents and an investment in a smarter and more connected future.'
Mid East Info
29-04-2025
- Health
- Mid East Info
UAE Team Secures Second Place in Huawei Tech4Good 2025 Global Competition - Middle East Business News and Information
The winning team comprised seven students from the UAE University, the American University in Dubai, and the University of Dubai. Sultan Al Samach, Maryam Al Dhanhani, Muna Al Qaydi, Fatima Al Hammami, Hamad Al Marzooqi, Ali Zainal, and Ahmed Al Mheiri were supervised by Prof. Dr. Wathiq Mansoor, Dean of the College of Engineering and IT at the University of Dubai. The students engineered an innovative rehabilitation solution that empowers stroke survivors to regain hand functionality and independence in everyday tasks. Their device integrates 3D scanning and printing, Bluetooth connectivity, and mobile applications to address the unique challenges stroke patients face. Wang Ke, VP of Global Government Affairs Department, Huawei, said, 'We are immensely proud of the UAE team's remarkable achievement in this year's Tech4Good Global Competition. Their innovative solution for stroke patients exemplifies exactly what the Seeds for the Future program aims to foster – using technology to create meaningful social impact. This team has not only represented the UAE with distinction on the global stage but has also demonstrated how young innovators can harness digital technologies to address real-world healthcare challenges.' Their journey began in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, where they claimed second place in the 2024 Tech4Good Regional Competition. This performance earned them a coveted spot in the global finals held in China. Building on their success, the team is enhancing their prototype based on feedback from healthcare professionals and technical experts. With 3D printing underway and electronic testing in progress, they've also opened dialogue with the Emirates Health Services nationwide to ensure their device meets real clinical needs while remaining intuitive for patient use. 'It is a proud moment for the UAE to be among the top two teams globally in this prestigious competition,' said Prof. Mansoor. He added that despite challenges in balancing academic responsibilities with project development, team spirit and continuous mentor support drove continuous progress. Tech4Good, part of Huawei Seeds for the Future global CSR program, has been sponsored by the UAE's Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) and the ICT FUND since 2016. It is designed to help young adults learn about the latest trends in digitalization and explore how digital technologies can address common social issues. The program aims to raise students' awareness of challenges to local, sustainable development and supports them in using ICT skills to explore technically and commercially viable Tech4Good competition is part of Huawei's Seeds for the Future program, which has been implemented in 141 countries since 2008, benefiting over 19,000 students globally. Last year's competition featured 146 teams across six regional championships. This achievement marks the first time a UAE team has reached such an elevated position in the global competition, underscoring the nation's progress in scientific research, technological advances, and AI while preparing a new generation of youth equipped with the skills to solve real-world challenges. About Huawei: Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have more than 207,000 employees, and we operate in more than 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. Our Vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they're at home, in the office, or on the go.
Axios
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Axios
Bike lanes, pickleball courts and more trees planned for Piedmont Park
The look and feel of Piedmont Park will evolve significantly over the next decade as the nonprofit that manages one of Atlanta's most popular green spaces plans to add paths, trees, courts and play areas. Why it matters: While the park looks good in its current state, "it could look great," Piedmont Park Conservancy president and CEO Doug Widener told Axios in a phone interview. "Someone said you could do whatever you wanted to but get the basics right first," he said. Driving the news: That was the running theme of the feedback the conservancy heard throughout the process of updating its 10-year comprehensive plan, which was released Thursday during its 28th Annual Landmark Luncheon, the organization's largest fundraising event. This year marks the first time the park's comprehensive plan was updated in 25 years. What they're saying:"It feels it's great to see all the great ideas and feedback we've gotten now translate into real ideas that we'll be able to implement over the next months and years," Widener told Axios, adding the park gets over 6 million visitors each year. "We're excited to release it, and we're even more excited to get started on making it real." Zoom in: The updated comprehensive plan calls for installing more than 6 miles of paths for pedestrians, designated trails and sidewalks for walkers and runners, access routes for service vehicles and dedicated lanes for scooter riders and bicyclists. Renovations are also planned in what the conservancy calls the park's " active oval," including new basketball and pickleball courts, three new courts in the sand volleyball area, new soccer and ballfields and play and picnic areas at Noguchi Playscape and Mayor's Grove. Lake Clara Meer will be dredged to improve its appearance and water quality. Expansion: The conservancy also plans to expand northeast to the intersection of Piedmont Avenue and Monroe Drive, the area it calls the Commons. Projects include creating an entry plaza with concessions and restroom buildings, passive recreation areas, lawns to host picnics, two new playgrounds and a rock scramble. More trees, please: Boosting Piedmont Park's tree canopy is also part of the plan. The conservancy on Thursday rolled out its Seeds for the Future initiative, which will survey the health of the park's 3,000 trees and the eventual planting of hundreds more. The fine print: Other plans include improving entrances, restrooms, water fountains and building what it calls the Clear Creek Walk, which will provide an alternate path through the park tree canopy that steers clear of crowds using the Beltline. Councilmember Alex Wan, whose district includes the park, told Axios he's excited about the conservancy's "ambitious" plan. "I think there's something in it for everybody, no matter how you use the park," he said. " If you like coming for concerts or festivals or if you just like coming and strolling through ... there's a piece of the new plan for you." What's next: The project's first phase, which Widener said could cost between $50 million and $75 million to implement, includes assessing the health of the park's trees, will begin this year.
Al Etihad
16-04-2025
- Science
- Al Etihad
Emirati team wins 2nd place in global competition in China
16 Apr 2025 14:32 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD) A team of university students from the UAE has successfully developed an innovative and practical device designed to assist stroke patients with impaired hand movement, aiming to support their independence in daily team won second place in the Huawei Tech4Good Global Competition 2025, held in Shenzhen, China, and was selected among the top 12 finalist teams winning team comprised seven distinguished students: Sultan Al Samaj, Maryam Al Dhaheri, Muna Al Qaidi, Fatima Al Hammadi, Hamad Al Marzouqi, Ali Zainal, and Ahmed Al Muhairi. The team was honourarily chaired and supervised by Prof Dr Wathiq Mansoor, Dean of the College of Engineering and IT at the University of Eesa Al Bastaki, President of the University of Dubai, congratulated the UAE university team on securing second place in the global competition, with special recognition to Sultan Al Samaj, a University of Dubai student who led the team. He affirmed that this achievement reflects the competence and excellence of Emirati youth across various scientific also underlined the importance of innovation, creativity and the UAE's dedication to scientific research, technological advancement and artificial intelligence, while preparing a new generation of youth equipped with advanced technological skills to meet future Dr. Wathiq Mansoor noted that this notable accomplishment underscores the innovation and global competitiveness of UAE students, adding, 'It is a proud moment for the UAE to be among the top two teams globally in this prestigious competition, which forms part of the Seeds for the Future initiative.'He highlighted that despite challenges in balancing academic responsibilities with project development—particularly regarding time management, funding, and technical resources—adding that the team's strong collaboration, team spirit, and continuous mentor support enabled significant team's journey began with their participation in the Tech4Good Regional Competition in Uzbekistan in 2024, where they secured second place in the regional semi-finals held in Tashkent. This success qualified them for the global finals in China, where they competed against elite international project integrates cutting-edge technologies such as 3D scanning and printing, Bluetooth connectivity, and mobile applications to produce a device tailored to the specific needs of stroke patients. Currently, the team is working on refining the device prototype based on feedback from mentors, peers, and experts. They have started 3D printing the device and testing its electronic components. Additionally, they have initiated collaborations with the Ministry of Health and hospitals across the UAE to obtain medical insights that ensure the device's efficiency and user-friendliness.
