More than 37,000 young people who are passionate about space science, and those with scientific qualifications, creators, innovators, inventors and researchers, from various Arab countries, applied to join the first session of the "Geniuses of Arab Space" program, the intensive scientific training program, the first of its kind in the Arab world, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to embrace and nurture a distinguished scientific elite of Arab scholars, and talents and scientific competencies of young men and women of the Arab world, to prepare them and train them in the field of space science and technology, to contribute their expertise and innovations to the space sector In the region, take advantage of the unlimited professional and scientific prospects for this sector in the future, and enhance the orientation of their societies and countries to build knowledge economies.
The standard participation comes within only two weeks of the launch of the first program of its kind in the Arab world, in conjunction with the Emirates project to explore Mars, the first Arab mission to outer space, through the "Probe of Hope", which is expected to be launched in its exploratory scientific mission to the Red Planet during the month Al-Jad, capping six years of work by more than 200 Emirati engineers and engineers on the largest scientific project of its kind in the region.
The administration of the "Geniuses of Arab Space" program, which is supervised by the Emirates Space Agency, the umbrella umbrella organization for space programs and activities in the UAE, has announced the closure of registration for the first course of the intensive specialized training program, two weeks after receiving the applications, in preparation for choosing those who meet the conditions Among those with talents, scientific qualifications, creative abilities, inventors, researchers, and specialists in space science and related technology, or who possess a passion and ambition in this vital field, where applications for enrollment in the program are subject to a comprehensive evaluation process by a specialized evaluation committee, consisting of scientists, researchers and academics specialized in their field.
The evaluation process will take into account the qualifications of the applicants, their scientific and research achievements, and their potentials that can be built upon and invested in.
Egypt topped the list of applicants for registration in the "Geniuses of the Arab Space" program with 19 thousand and 391 requests, followed by Iraq with 6,447 applications, then Algeria with 4836 applications, Morocco with 3107 requests, the UAE with 692 applications, Jordan with 681 applications, Palestine with 426 requests, and Syria with 406 requests, and Tunisia with 370 requests Requests, and Saudi Arabia by 361 requests.
The program enjoyed wide interaction on social media, digital platforms in the Arab world, and Arab scientific and academic forums. His website, arabstospace.com, also recorded record visits and observations, with the circulation of information contained therein and the link to submit requests for registration in the program through instant messaging applications, which reflects the urgent need for this type of scientific program, which embraces Arab talents and competencies in the space sector.
The Chairman of the Emirates Space Agency, Dr. Ahmed Belhoul, said, "The record demand for registration in the program confirms the importance of these innovative, quality initiatives that respond to the aspirations and aspirations of Arab youth, stemming from the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, aimed at stimulating The sons and daughters of the Arab world, spreading hope in their souls, building their capabilities, and honing their talents and capabilities, in order to contribute efficiently and effectively in enhancing the scientific progress in the region, in a way that reflects on the contribution of the future economy based on knowledge and innovation to the Arab gross product, by investing in new vital economic sectors, such as The space sector, space technology and various related terrestrial applications, which is experiencing rapid growth around the world ».
He added: "The scientific movement, which the program raised during its first session, would contribute to transforming the creative potential of the talented and talented Arab youth into positive energy, tangible reality, and scientific accomplishments achieved on the ground."
The "Geniuses of Arab Space" is the first specialized training program of its kind to prepare Arab talents; Scientifically and practically, in the various disciplines of space science, research, technology and related tasks. The program aims to embrace and nurture Arab scientific competencies of young people who are passionate about everything related to space, and prepare and empower them by providing them with specialized training in the Emirates, based on the highest scientific standards, so that those enrolled in the program benefit from the tremendous potential enjoyed by the state, thanks to the qualitative leaps that It has achieved it in its space industries sector, which is considered the most advanced of its kind in the Arab world, in addition to their qualification to join the market for future technological jobs, and preparing them to receive advanced positions in the Arab space industries sector, and to constitute through their scientific achievements and innovations a qualitative addition to the global scientific community, which contributes In the service of humanity.
The duration of the program is three years, interspersed with comprehensive theoretical and practical training, and participations in current and future projects that the Emirates Space Agency is working on. Those in the field of space science and technology, who are chosen, will benefit from a list of special benefits, including: Providing specialized theoretical and practical training for associates in space science and technology within the highest scientific standards; A three-year stay in the country, with costs covered; In addition to receiving educational scholarships and financial incentives; And their contribution to building a group of advanced satellites in the Emirates, and providing them with the opportunity to participate with Emirati research and scientific teams in a number of programs and projects related to space technology in the country.
Program benefits
Three-year residence in the Emirates with costs covered.
Providing specialized, theoretical and practical training, according to the highest international standards.
- The contribution of Arabian groves in building a group of advanced satellites in the Emirates.
Providing educational scholarships and financial incentives.
Participation with Emirati scientific teams in a number of space programs and projects.
Half of the applications to join the "program" are from Egypt, followed by Iraq, and Algeria third.
Dr. Ahmed Belhoul:
"The demand for enrollment in the program underscores the importance of initiatives that respond to the aspirations of young people."