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… Shines in Stars of Science Finale 25 Nov 2018 Home Concluding a momentous annual initiative for Arab innovation, Qatar Foundation’s popular reality TV show Stars of Science recently ended its Season 10, as the jury and public voted for one of the four finalists – who will share $600,000 in seed funding. Nour Majbour, a research associate at Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), earned second place as the … marketability of her innovation, Majbour plans to use her share of seed money to develop her kit for an up-and-coming Qatari biotech company that aims to develop new scientific tools for early diagnosis, treatment, and management of …

… 60 human resource department leaders and training managers serving across various government agencies and ministries in Qatar.  EEC’s training and development programs are supported by its ranks of world-class educators and a progressive vision that complements the country’s national aspirations as outlined in its strategic development plan, Qatar National Vision 2030.  To this end, speaking on the Center’s efforts towards the advancement of Qatar’s continuing education sector, Executive Director of EEC, Rodolphe A. Boughaba said: “Today’s session was designed …

… (CSE) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) has collaborated with the Ministry of Transport and Communications’ (MoTC) Qatar Digital Government Training Program to deliver a series of webinars. Taking place between June 21 and July 2, the … technical and leadership skills of ICT employees in such a way that contributes to achieving the objectives of the Qatar Digital Government. Dr. Mounir Hamdi, Founding Dean of CSE, said: “We’re delighted to be working with the MoTC to … also provide an opportunity to highlight how CSE has recalibrated its research to respond to COVID-19 needs within Qatar and beyond. It has been a pleasure to engage with an enthusiastic and knowledgeable audience.” The series addressed …

… in the areas of education, technology, innovation, and research. The MoU promotes cooperation between the leading Qatari business conglomerate and the multidisciplinary research university, fostering close collaboration between … projects, staying true to both organizations’ commitment to promoting a spirit of discovery and innovation in the Qatari community. Bridging the gaps between academics and industry practitioners, HBKU will provide advisory services to … between the two partners establishes a framework for collaboration in areas of science and research, in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030, in turn building a dynamic ecosystem that facilitates new ideas in technology, …

… with several others named Finalist as well.  Among the winning titles include: Gardening in Arabia: Fruiting Plants in Qatar and the Arabian Gulf by Shuaa Abdullah Al-Sada in the category of Home & Garden; Bloodstone by Tim Mackintosh-Smith … the 2,000 entries to the winners and finalists. HBKU Press’s list of finalists include: The Gulf Crisis: The View from Qatar, edited by Rory Miller and authored by faculty members from HBKU and QF partner universities, in the categories of Multicultural Non-Fiction and Social Change; Gardening in Arabia: Ornamental Trees in Qatar and the Arabian Gulf by Shuaa Abdullah Al-Sada in the category of Home & Garden; Bloodstone by Tim Mackintosh-Smith …

… Organization for Migration). Among the Maker Majlis’ other partners are several prominent local NGOs, including Qatar Charity, Qatar Red Crescent, Education Above All (EAA), Qatar Fund for Development, Qatra, and Silatech.  Dr. Emad El-Din Shahin, dean of CIS, UNHCR’s Ayat El-Dewary, and human … Organization for Migration). Among the Maker Majlis’ other partners are several prominent local NGOs, including Qatar Charity, Qatar Red Crescent, Education Above All (EAA), Qatar Fund for Development, Qatra, and Silatech.  Dr. Emad …

… sector insights came courtesy of Politas Consulting’s Morial Shah. Huw Davies, Chief Legal Officer (Interim) of the Qatar Free Zones Authority, also participated as chair of one of the sessions. For its part, HBKU College of Law was … workshop, Susan L. Karamanian, Dean of HBKU College of Law, said: “As a country with two special economic zone regimes, Qatar has more than a passing interest in the legal instruments and mechanisms that underpin their commercial activities … truly global in scope, perspective and participation.” HBKU College of Law regularly holds events that are relevant to Qatar. For more information, please visit https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en/cl/academic-calendar     …

… information: https://globalsecurityforum.com. Time 08:00 - 18:00 (GMT +3:00) Location The St Regis Hotel in Doha, Qatar Category Public Events …

… The two-day event provided fresh Islamic thinking on the Circular Economy The Circular Economy and its implications for Qatar and the wider region provided the backdrop for a recent international conference organized by the Center of Islamic … Research Division and CIEF, CIS, said: “I’d like to begin by acknowledging the support of the event’s main sponsor, the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC). Their involvement reflects that while Islamic finance’s contribution to Qatar’s economy is well-understood, public knowledge regarding the Circular Economy remains a work-in-progress. This must …

… and tools that can ease how people do business with one another and also safeguard the well-being of communities in Qatar and beyond. This also inspired her to enroll in the MA in Digital Humanities and Societies program at Hamad Bin … “As a tech savvy transformation advocate, I did not hesitate to apply for this program. HBKU and the wider Qatar Foundation community provided the perfect environment to better understand and even introduce novel ways in which … of the humanities to investigate practices and trends impacting contemporary global challenges. For the Qatari people-minded researcher, her favorite work in the program focused on a pressing issue facing societies around the …