{"id":1493,"date":"2025-04-16T12:53:25","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T12:53:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.horoscope-conseil.com\/?p=1493"},"modified":"2025-04-16T19:11:47","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T19:11:47","slug":"dubai-event-invites-researchers-from-across-world-to-tackle-global-challenges-apply-to-attend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.horoscope-conseil.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/16\/dubai-event-invites-researchers-from-across-world-to-tackle-global-challenges-apply-to-attend\/","title":{"rendered":"Dubai event invites researchers from across world to tackle global challenges \u2013 apply to attend"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you a researcher with an idea that could help solve one of today\u2019s most pressing problems? A conference in Dubai this November will showcase research addressing a wide range of global social and environmental issues. And you can now apply<\/a> to be involved \u2013 and present your work.<\/p>\n

Prototypes for Humanity, the organisation behind the event, will invite a group of senior academics to attend the three-day forum, which will promote innovative scientific solutions from around the world and act as a platform for international research collaboration. <\/p>\n

As part of the newly established Professors\u2019 Programme<\/a>, selected researchers will travel to the United Arab Emirates, with the event organisers covering the cost of flights and accommodation.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re interested, simply submit a brief abstract for an academic paper addressing one of the key themes:<\/p>\n

1. Wellbeing and Health Futures<\/strong>
\nHow can we best harness the latest technological developments to help people live longer and better lives? From precision medicine to artificial intelligence systems, this category encompasses crucial questions around access to healthcare and how to support an ageing society.<\/p>\n

2. Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure<\/strong>
\nThis theme explores how we design, build, and maintain infrastructure that\u2019s not only functional but future-proof. Submissions could include how to develop cities which are better able to cope with extreme climates, methods of improving water management and new models for sustainable transport.<\/p>\n

3. Artificial and Augmented Intelligence<\/strong>
\nArtificial intelligence is reshaping nearly every aspect of modern life with crucial questions around citizenship, cybersecrutiy and where to draw the lines in human-AI collaboration, this theme investigates the risks and rewards inherent in our new technological age.<\/p>\n

4. Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action<\/strong>
\nMany of today\u2019s most important research questions relate to the climate crisis, whether its accelerating the uptake of green technologies, reducing pollution, or moving towards a circular economy, innovation is essential for driving sustainability and protecting the future of our planet.<\/p>\n

5. Socio-Economic Empowerment and Innovation<\/strong>
\nSubmissions are also welcome on how to make economic growth work for everyone including research into the evolving dynamics of the gig economy, micro-credit initiatives and questions around gender equality, as well as the use of technology for social good.<\/p>\n

There are also \u201cOpen\u201d and \u201cSpeculative\u201d categories for potentially impactful research that doesn\u2019t fit within a single theme and studies in uncharted or emerging fields.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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Researchers should apply and submit their brief, 200- to 300-word abstracts by May 16 using this link<\/a>. Those selected for the Professors\u2019 Programme by the panel will then be asked to develop their abstract into a 1,500- to 2,000-word paper, which they will share at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers from November 17 to 20, 2025, alongside the other finalists of the Prototypes for Humanity programme.<\/p>\n

Big ideas<\/h2>\n

Last year, more than 2,700 entries were submitted to the Prototypes for Humanity programme. And they came from 800 universities around the world \u2013 many from institutions which are members of The Conversation\u2019s global media network.<\/p>\n

More than 100 projects were presented at the final event, which was attended by Stephen Khan, editor of The Conversation UK, who wrote a blog about his experience<\/a>. <\/p>\n

\u201cFor The Conversation, it was an introduction to some projects that I expect you\u2019ll hear and read more about in our content in the months to come,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile we rightly assess and explain events as they happen, delivering information about new research, and particularly innovative solutions that are born in the labs, studios and seminars of our partner universities is also a central element of our mission as we strive to be the comprehensive conveyor of academic knowledge.\u201d<\/p>\n

Prototypes for Humanity is supported by the government of Dubai and seeks to place the Middle Eastern city at the heart of academic, research-driven solutions. The forum also awards US$100,000 to innovative research projects, recognising the commitment of academics to finding solutions to the world\u2019s biggest issues.<\/p>\n

At last year\u2019s event, Tadeu Baldani Caravieri, Director of Prototypes for Humanity, elaborated on the team\u2019s vision of the project \u201cas the world\u2019s most comprehensive convener of academic innovation\u201d.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe diversity, depth and range of applications received \u2013 covering all fields of sciences, technology and creative studies \u2013 make the initiative reflect the current global state of innovation and how complex global issues are manifested, and addressed, by top academic talent.<\/p>\n

“Together, we\u2019re raising awareness of academia\u2019s essential role in driving progress and collaboratively developing solutions that create tangible impacts on people\u2019s lives.\u201d<\/p>\n

This year, the event is being supported by Universal Impact, The Conversation\u2019s commercial subsidiary<\/a>, which offers specialist research communication services to academics around the world \u2013 donating profits back to its parent charity.<\/p>\n

The Professors\u2019 Programme, which will help academics around the world exchange knowledge and collaborate on shared goals, fits with our mission to help researchers make real world change.<\/p>\n

If you, or any of your colleagues are interested in being part of the programme, you can find more information here<\/a> \u2013 or apply here<\/a>. Abstracts can be submitted until May 16, 2025, and successful participants will be notified by June 13, 2025.<\/p>\n

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Universal Impact<\/a> offers specialist training, mentoring and research communication services \u2013 donating profits back to The Conversation, our parent charity. If you\u2019re a researcher or research institution and you\u2019re interested in working together, please get in touch \u2013 or subscribe to our weekly newsletter<\/a> to find out more.<\/em><\/p>\n

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