University students can now become a part of UAE Drones for Good Award, the most prominent award of its kind on the global level.
Dubai Museum of the Future Foundation and Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) have announced the launch of the Universities Challenge, which gives innovative students an opportunity to enter the world of drones technologies.
It will enable them to develop solutions in various fields such as search and rescue systems in coastal areas, traffic control and reporting of road accidents and congestion in addition to offering support for global events and essential services.
The strategic partnership between Museum of the Future Foundation and Rashid Space Centre represents closer cooperation and integration between the various government initiatives, and aims to implement the National Innovation Strategy launched by His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The partnership is also a new step towards achieving the UAE Vision 2021, which aims to make the UAE one of the best countries in the world over the next few years.
Saif Al Alili, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Museum of the Future Foundation, and Coordinator General of the UAE Drones for Good Award, said: "We aim to achieve the directives of Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to promote innovation and impart happiness in the lives of citizens. In this regard, we are pleased to work with MBRSC to expand the scope of this award, and provide an opportunity for national and local university students to innovate in the field of drones technologies."
Sarah Amiri, Manager of Advanced Aerial Systems Programme in MBRSC, said: "The UAE Drones for Good Award is an effective platform for advanced aerial systems sector, and stimulates the spirit of competition to promote cooperation and innovation in the development of the sector to serve humanity in line with the strategic objectives of the UAE."
