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Educhain integrates UAE PASS Digital Vault with UAE University suitable for records , transcripts
The United Arab Emirates University , UAEU has become the first university in the UAE to integrate UAE PASS Digital Vault , marking a monumental step in digital transformation for higher education in the region . This initiative enhances the digital experience for the university ’ s alumni , enabling them to securely access their university records such as attested documents , transcripts and diploma through UAE PASS .
UAE PASS , the national digital identity and signature platform , is designed to simplify and secure interactions with various services . By adopting this technology , UAEU is at the forefront of enhancing service delivery in the educational sector .
“ We are excited to lead in adopting technologies that enrich our educational framework ,” said Afraa Al Shamsi , Chief Information Officer , CIO at United Arab Emirates University . “ Our successful partnership with Educhain has been crucial in this integration , reflecting our commitment to embracing innovative solutions for academic and research excellence , she added .
The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority , TDRA also expressed its support for this milestone .
This initiative is a clear example of how digital transformation can enhance service delivery and security for users .
Educhain , known for its expertise in digital credentialing and blockchain solutions , played a key role in this project . The integration of UAE PASS at UAEU is a testament to Educhain ’ s commitment to empowering educational institutions .
“ Collaborating with UAEU on this project has been a remarkable journey ,” said Gary Liang , Director of Educhain . “ This integration is not just a technological advancement ; it signifies a transformative step towards a more efficient , secure , and user-friendly digital ecosystem for higher education in the UAE . We at Educhain are honoured to support UAEU in our shared mission to innovate and lead in the digital age , to create an infrastructure of trust for academic institutions ,” he added .
RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems successfully concludes in Abu Dhabi
The 36th edition of the IEEE , RSJ
International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems , IROS 2024 successfully concluded in Abu Dhabi today , with record number of nearly 10,000 , visitors , delegates and participants in attendance , emphatically raising the profile of Abu Dhabi as a global destination for robotics and artificial intelligence , as well as for advanced technology innovation .
Researchers , academics , scientists and regulatory stakeholders inspired guests and visitors with their impactful plenary talks , keynote sessions , and individual poster and oral presentations at IROS 2024 that opened on 14 October at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre , ADNEC .
The five-day conference and exhibition also witnessed a host of new technology demonstrations in various challenges and competitions across the fields of applied research in robotics and intelligent systems , captivating the audience for their global appeal and reach .
In all , more than 500 research papers were presented on the last day , including Pitch Oral Sessions and selected submissions .
Dr Jorge Manual Dias , General Chair , IROS 2024 , said : “ MENA region ’ s first-ever IROS 2024 turned out to be a massive success in all areas , including the record number of delegates and visitors , the number of innovations that were presented through research papers , the technology demonstrations at the expo , and the massive interest generated for talent hunting that resulted in robotics experts from across the spectrum gathering for the event .”
On 18 October , the plenary session was delivered by Dr Magnus Egerstedt , Dean of the Henry Samueli School of Engineering at the University of California , Irvine , US , who focused on From Coordination to Collaboration in Multi-Robot Systems : Lessons from Ecology , providing insights into deploying multi-robot systems that could lead to new capabilities and skill-sets .
Professor Thomas McCarthy , Executive Director ASPIRE , UAE , spoke about Grand Challenges as a Mechanism to Hasten Translation from Lab to Market .
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