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Education Above All Foundation and Silatech Host Series of Events at UNGA calling for children and youth empowerment to accelerate pursuit of SDGs

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Education Above All Foundation and Silatech Host Series of Events at UNGA calling for children and youth empowerment to accelerate pursuit of SDGs

New York– Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a leading global education foundation, and Silatech, an international development organisation, hosted four major side events  to accelerate the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), at the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.

The events brought together over 400 leaders, experts, youth, and academics, and highlighted the importance of funding education, remote work, climate change education, and AI, in providing marginalised and vulnerable communities around the world with opportunities to improve their lives. Together, these events have made significant contributions to advancing several SDGs in developing countries, including SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

The events were:

  1. “The Precarious Role of AI in the Effort to Provide Inclusive, Equitable Access to Higher Education for the Most Marginalised”, hosted by EAA Foundation’s Al Fakhoora programme, the Qatar Fund for Development, and the International Institute of Higher Education, 15 September 2023. 

Notable speakers included the University of the Andes (Colombia), Rutgers University and Schmidt Futures, and Jeffrey D. Sachs from the Centre for Sustainable Development, Canada. Professor Sachs emphasised that the biggest hurdle to universal education was a lack of funding, and stated: “Education is the paramount investment for society. Listen to Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser: ‘Education Above All.’ Mean it.”

  1. “Investing in climate change and education for a greener future,” hosted by EAA Foundation’s Reach Out To Asia (ROTA) Programme and Silatech on 16 September 2023. 

Speakers included Mr Ahmed Mohammed Al Sada, Assistant Undersecretary for Environmental Affairs, Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Qatar; Mr Ayman Cherkaaui, Director, Mohammed VI Foundation for Environment Protection Kingdom of Morocco; Mr. Asif Saleh, Executive Director, BRAC;  Mr. Birihgton Kaoma, Global Director, SDSN Youth; Ms. Setafnia Giannini, Assistant Director-General for Education UNESCO; Mr. Taha Bawa, Co-founder and CEO, Goodwall; Mr. Kevin Frey, CEO, Generation Unlimited, UNICEF and Ms. Vicky Aridi, Program Manager, Youth Economic Opportunities, 2030. 

According to UNICEF’s Frey: “Climate education needs to culminate in young people taking climate action.” He stressed that knowledge should be a catalyst for tangible, youth-driven initiatives in the fight against climate change. This was supported by Mr. Asif Saleh who commented, “In every young leader lies the potential to drive change.” 

Outcomes and recommendations from this session included: transparent financing for climate change education; direct funding for local youth groups and green entrepreneurs (ecopreneurs); reduction of costs for technological tools, and public-private-non government-youth partnerships; engaging youth as key stakeholders in decision and policy making related to climate change education; and identifying innovative solutions that recognise local and indigenous knowledge. 

  1. “Unlocking Potential: The Power of Remote Work in Economically Empowering Vulnerable Youth”, hosted by Silatech in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Permanent Mission of Qatar to the United Nations on 17 September 2023. 

This High Level Panel advocated for the recognition and mainstreaming of remote work and freelancing as decent work and career innovations. Keynote Speakers included Special Representative of the ILO to the UN, Ms Cynthia Samuel-Olonjuwon, Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development Director General, Dr. Hiba Ahmed, BRAC Executive Director Asif Saleh, Microsoft, Global UN, and International Development Lead, Alexandre Pinho and UNICEF Generation Unlimited Brazil beneficiary Winner Happy de Assis Cajueiro. 

The session recommended that remote work be recognised and mainstreamed, and that vulnerable communities should have support to access remote work opportunities, also calling on the private sector to invest in infrastructure and technology to support remote work and put in place online security safeguards. 

  1. “Elevating Education as a Win-Win for the SDGs”, by EAA Foundation, at the SDG Pavilion on 19 September 2023.

EAA Foundation’s CEO Fahad Al-Sulaiti unpacked efforts by stakeholders to unlock the potential of young people to thrive in the future world of work and bridge the digital divide using tools to improve learning and increase capacities to navigate the future. Participants included HE David Sengeh, Chief Minister Sierra Leone, Former Minister of Education, SDG4 High-Level Steering & Transforming Education Summit Advisory Committee Co-Chair, Mr. Robert Jenkins, Global Director, Education and Adolescent Development, UNICEF, Dr. Luis Benveniste, Global Director for Education, World Bank, and Dr. Hiba Ahmed, Director General, ISFD, Mr. Marcos Neto, Director of Sustainable Finance Hub, UNDP, and Manos Antoninis, Director of the Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report, among others. 

Roundtable discussants acknowledged EAA Foundation’s contribution and importance and ongoing work supporting education in the developing world. The discussions emphasised the need for innovative solutions in education financing, including through community involvement, private sector partnerships, and exploring new funding sources.

Each event included clear outcomes that the partners will take forward. Follow-up meetings will be held at the WISE Summit, a biennial event fostering innovation in education, to be held in Doha, Qatar, on 28-29 November 2023.

For more information, contact: 

Patience Rusare

Senior Writer – Communication Department

Email: prusare@silatech.org

Mobile: +974 59931560

About the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation 

The Education Above All (EAA) Foundation is a global foundation established in 2012 by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser. EAA Foundation aims to transform lives through education. We believe that education is the single most effective means of reducing poverty, creating peaceful and just societies, unlocking the full potential of every child and youth, and creating the right conditions to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Through our multi-sectoral approach, unique financing models, focus on innovation as a tool for social good, and partnerships, we aim to bring hope and real opportunities to the lives of impoverished and marginalised boys and girls.

EAA Foundation is comprised of the following programmes: Educate A Child (EAC), Al Fakhoora, Reach Out To Asia (ROTA), Protect Education in Insecurity and Conflict (PEIC), Innovation Development (ID) and the Together Project.

About Silatech: 

Silatech is an international non-profit organisation that connects young people to economic opportunities and career-building jobs through innovative enterprise and employment initiatives. Established in 2008 by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser in Qatar, with a goal to enable young people to access work and be active agents in the economic development of their societies. 

With a strong dedication to upholding the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and through collaborative efforts with local, regional, and international partners, we focus on creating comprehensive and innovative solutions in the field of youth employment and self-employment, ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for the younger generation worldwide.

Userful Introduces its Latest Innovation, uControl, Providing Unparalleled Power and Control for Enterprise IT – PRWire

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Userful Introduces its Latest Innovation, uControl, Providing Unparalleled Power and Control for Enterprise IT – PRWire

Userful Introduces its Latest Innovation, uControl, Providing Unparalleled Power and Control for Enterprise IT

Userful unveils “one-touch” control of every enterprise display at GITEX Global 2023

Userful Corporation™, a leading provider of solutions for core enterprise operations, announced its groundbreaking uControl solution, a pivotal addition to the Userful Infinity Platform™. This innovation provides users with the extraordinary power, at the touch of a button, to exercise complete control over every display in their environment, shaping the content displayed across thousands of screens.

Built upon the robust Userful Infinity Platform, uControl serves as a remote control interface, providing enterprise IT professionals with the unprecedented capability to manage and influence what all stakeholders within an organization see. If an IT leader wants to focus attention on operational metrics, they can achieve this effortlessly with the touch of a button, and every display throughout the organization will showcase those specific metrics. Similarly, if an IT leader wants to communicate a leadership message or share a video, they can also do so with a simple touch of a button.

“Unlike anything else in the market, uControl and Userful’s Infinity Platform provide unrivaled innovation and control for enterprise IT in the Middle East, including unmatched manageability and security,” says Mohammad Salameh, VP META, Userful.

In addition to uControl, the Userful Infinity Platform enables enterprise customers to deploy a wide range of solutions from a single pane of glass, integrating applications and machine learning for advanced operations in the enterprise, with support for applications ranging from control rooms to datametrics and operational metrics to digital signage to immersive experiences to remote worker streaming.

A member of NVIDIA’s global startup program, NVIDIA Inception, Userful harnesses the advanced capabilities of NVIDIA RTX A6000, A5500, A5000, A4500, and A4000 GPUs to improve the performance and functionality of its platform, delivering unparalleled infrastructure efficiencies, advanced manageability for IT, and expanded interoperability.

Userful’s uControl solution, powered by its Infinity Platform, will be made available across the Middle East through its preferred partner MBUZZ, which specializes in the domains of Artificial Intelligence, Edge Computing, Cloud, Infrastructure, Security, and Smart City Solutions.

“MBUZZ is proud to be the distributor of Userful’s groundbreaking solutions in the Middle East, bringing cutting-edge technology that empowers businesses with unprecedented control, security, and efficiency and revolutionizes enterprise IT in the region,” says Mr. Sabir Saleem, CEO, MBUZZ.

Userful will be demonstrating its uControl solution and latest innovations to its Infinity Platform at GITEX Global in Dubai, Oct 16-20, 2023.

About Userful

Userful™ is a leading provider of software-defined AV over IP for advanced operations of mission-critical environments and core workflows, serving IT organizations worldwide. Userful’s unified software platform provides services and management through a complete suite of enterprise AV applications for comprehensive organizational and situational awareness, and readiness for modernized operations. Userful harnesses the same unified platform to provide global manageability through a single-pane-of-glass.

Built on IT standards and protocols, the Userful Infinity Platform™ is scalable, secure, centrally managed, and future-proof. Its software-defined architecture reduces the total cost of ownership (TCO) and eliminates the supply-chain constrained proprietary hardware and the operational silos created by traditional AV deployments.

Userful partners with leading global companies powering a technology ecosystem that ensures seamless integrations and end-to-end interoperability. A multinational company with headquarters in Silicon Valley and Calgary, AB, Userful supports customers in more than 100 countries around the world.

Contacts

Danielle Alfaro
communications@userful.com
403-923-6723

Userful Introduces its Latest Innovation, uControl, Providing Unparalleled Power and Control for Enterprise IT

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Userful Introduces its Latest Innovation, uControl, Providing Unparalleled Power and Control for Enterprise IT – PRWire

Userful Introduces its Latest Innovation, uControl, Providing Unparalleled Power and Control for Enterprise IT

Userful unveils “one-touch” control of every enterprise display at GITEX Global 2023

Userful Corporation™, a leading provider of solutions for core enterprise operations, announced its groundbreaking uControl solution, a pivotal addition to the Userful Infinity Platform™. This innovation provides users with the extraordinary power, at the touch of a button, to exercise complete control over every display in their environment, shaping the content displayed across thousands of screens.

Built upon the robust Userful Infinity Platform, uControl serves as a remote control interface, providing enterprise IT professionals with the unprecedented capability to manage and influence what all stakeholders within an organization see. If an IT leader wants to focus attention on operational metrics, they can achieve this effortlessly with the touch of a button, and every display throughout the organization will showcase those specific metrics. Similarly, if an IT leader wants to communicate a leadership message or share a video, they can also do so with a simple touch of a button.

“Unlike anything else in the market, uControl and Userful’s Infinity Platform provide unrivaled innovation and control for enterprise IT in the Middle East, including unmatched manageability and security,” says Mohammad Salameh, VP META, Userful.

In addition to uControl, the Userful Infinity Platform enables enterprise customers to deploy a wide range of solutions from a single pane of glass, integrating applications and machine learning for advanced operations in the enterprise, with support for applications ranging from control rooms to datametrics and operational metrics to digital signage to immersive experiences to remote worker streaming.

A member of NVIDIA’s global startup program, NVIDIA Inception, Userful harnesses the advanced capabilities of NVIDIA RTX A6000, A5500, A5000, A4500, and A4000 GPUs to improve the performance and functionality of its platform, delivering unparalleled infrastructure efficiencies, advanced manageability for IT, and expanded interoperability.

Userful’s uControl solution, powered by its Infinity Platform, will be made available across the Middle East through its preferred partner MBUZZ, which specializes in the domains of Artificial Intelligence, Edge Computing, Cloud, Infrastructure, Security, and Smart City Solutions.

“MBUZZ is proud to be the distributor of Userful’s groundbreaking solutions in the Middle East, bringing cutting-edge technology that empowers businesses with unprecedented control, security, and efficiency and revolutionizes enterprise IT in the region,” says Mr. Sabir Saleem, CEO, MBUZZ.

Userful will be demonstrating its uControl solution and latest innovations to its Infinity Platform at GITEX Global in Dubai, Oct 16-20, 2023.

About Userful

Userful™ is a leading provider of software-defined AV over IP for advanced operations of mission-critical environments and core workflows, serving IT organizations worldwide. Userful’s unified software platform provides services and management through a complete suite of enterprise AV applications for comprehensive organizational and situational awareness, and readiness for modernized operations. Userful harnesses the same unified platform to provide global manageability through a single-pane-of-glass.

Built on IT standards and protocols, the Userful Infinity Platform™ is scalable, secure, centrally managed, and future-proof. Its software-defined architecture reduces the total cost of ownership (TCO) and eliminates the supply-chain constrained proprietary hardware and the operational silos created by traditional AV deployments.

Userful partners with leading global companies powering a technology ecosystem that ensures seamless integrations and end-to-end interoperability. A multinational company with headquarters in Silicon Valley and Calgary, AB, Userful supports customers in more than 100 countries around the world.

Contacts

Danielle Alfaro
communications@userful.com
403-923-6723

Why Sentiment Analysis is a Game-Changer for Modern PR – PRWire

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Why Sentiment Analysis is a Game-Changer for Modern PR – PRWire
Why Sentiment Analysis is a Game-Changer for Modern PR – PRWire

Dive into the transformative power of sentiment analysis and discover how it reshapes PR strategies. From crisis management to creating resonant campaigns, explore why it’s the tool every brand needs.

Why Sentiment Analysis is a Game-Changer for Modern PR

Picture This: It’s Monday morning. Your brand’s just unveiled its latest campaign. Notifications are flooding in, and analytics show tons of online chatter. But is the buzz good or bad? Enter sentiment analysis—the superhero tool in the PR arsenal.

Decoding Emotions in the Digital Maze

In every tweet, comment, or post, there’s a hidden world of emotion. Think of sentiment analysis as the magnifying glass that lets us see this world, painting a picture more vivid than mere numbers ever could.

So, What’s All the Fuss About?

  1. The Digital Lifeguard: Think of sentiment analysis as the lifeguard at the PR beach. It spots the riptides and potential PR crises before they become full-blown disasters. It allows brands to navigate the unpredictable waves of public opinion, making sure they don’t get caught in a PR undertow.
  2. Crafting Emotionally Resonant Campaigns: Knowing your audience’s pulse lets you tailor messages that resonate on a deeper emotional level. It’s like customizing a playlist based on someone’s mood—it just feels right.
  3. Building Authentic Bridges: Today’s customers don’t want brands; they want connections. By understanding and responding to their feelings, brands bridge the digital divide, forging genuine relationships.

Sentiment Analysis In Action

  • The Applause and Boos for Apple: Every time Apple drops a new gadget, the tech world holds its breath. Beyond sales, Apple tunes into the cheers and jeers. This emotional feedback is invaluable, guiding tweaks and future strategies.
  • Pepsi’s Cautionary Tale: The infamous Kendall Jenner ad? A sentiment storm. If Pepsi had their sentiment radars on, they could’ve detected the cold front approaching and made necessary course corrections.

Magic or Tech? The Gears Behind the Curtain

Far from mysticism, the magic of sentiment analysis is grounded in robust tech. Artificial Intelligence sifts through words, while algorithms gauge the sentiment temperature.

  • AI Platforms: Advanced platforms like Brandwatch or Talkwalker employ AI to dissect vast amounts of data, offering nuanced insights into public sentiment.
  • Accessible Avenues: For smaller brands or PR newbies, tools like Hootsuite Insights provide an easy entry into the sentiment arena, ensuring everyone can tap into these insights.

Sentiment’s Ripple Effect

Understanding sentiment doesn’t just refine PR strategies; it echoes across departments:

  • Product Development: If customers feel a product misses a trick, insights can guide the next iteration.
  • Customer Service: Detecting common pain points or sources of joy helps enhance the overall customer experience.

Into the Future: Sentiment-Driven PR

PR’s future landscape won’t just be about capturing attention but resonating emotions. As technology grows more sophisticated, PR campaigns will evolve, fueled by sentiment insights. The campaigns of tomorrow might just be so on-point; they’ll feel eerily psychic!

In a Nutshell

To thrive in today’s hyper-digital age, PR must evolve. Sentiment analysis, by tapping into the heartbeats behind the data, offers brands an edge. It’s not about chasing trends but understanding feelings, ensuring your brand isn’t just seen but genuinely felt.

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Why Sentiment Analysis is a Game-Changer for Modern PR

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Dive into the transformative power of sentiment analysis and discover how it reshapes PR strategies. From crisis management to creating resonant campaigns, explore why it’s the tool every brand needs.

Why Sentiment Analysis is a Game-Changer for Modern PR

Picture This: It’s Monday morning. Your brand’s just unveiled its latest campaign. Notifications are flooding in, and analytics show tons of online chatter. But is the buzz good or bad? Enter sentiment analysis—the superhero tool in the PR arsenal.

Decoding Emotions in the Digital Maze

In every tweet, comment, or post, there’s a hidden world of emotion. Think of sentiment analysis as the magnifying glass that lets us see this world, painting a picture more vivid than mere numbers ever could.

So, What’s All the Fuss About?

  1. The Digital Lifeguard: Think of sentiment analysis as the lifeguard at the PR beach. It spots the riptides and potential PR crises before they become full-blown disasters. It allows brands to navigate the unpredictable waves of public opinion, making sure they don’t get caught in a PR undertow.
  2. Crafting Emotionally Resonant Campaigns: Knowing your audience’s pulse lets you tailor messages that resonate on a deeper emotional level. It’s like customizing a playlist based on someone’s mood—it just feels right.
  3. Building Authentic Bridges: Today’s customers don’t want brands; they want connections. By understanding and responding to their feelings, brands bridge the digital divide, forging genuine relationships.

Sentiment Analysis In Action

  • The Applause and Boos for Apple: Every time Apple drops a new gadget, the tech world holds its breath. Beyond sales, Apple tunes into the cheers and jeers. This emotional feedback is invaluable, guiding tweaks and future strategies.
  • Pepsi’s Cautionary Tale: The infamous Kendall Jenner ad? A sentiment storm. If Pepsi had their sentiment radars on, they could’ve detected the cold front approaching and made necessary course corrections.

Magic or Tech? The Gears Behind the Curtain

Far from mysticism, the magic of sentiment analysis is grounded in robust tech. Artificial Intelligence sifts through words, while algorithms gauge the sentiment temperature.

  • AI Platforms: Advanced platforms like Brandwatch or Talkwalker employ AI to dissect vast amounts of data, offering nuanced insights into public sentiment.
  • Accessible Avenues: For smaller brands or PR newbies, tools like Hootsuite Insights provide an easy entry into the sentiment arena, ensuring everyone can tap into these insights.

Sentiment’s Ripple Effect

Understanding sentiment doesn’t just refine PR strategies; it echoes across departments:

  • Product Development: If customers feel a product misses a trick, insights can guide the next iteration.
  • Customer Service: Detecting common pain points or sources of joy helps enhance the overall customer experience.

Into the Future: Sentiment-Driven PR

PR’s future landscape won’t just be about capturing attention but resonating emotions. As technology grows more sophisticated, PR campaigns will evolve, fueled by sentiment insights. The campaigns of tomorrow might just be so on-point; they’ll feel eerily psychic!

In a Nutshell

To thrive in today’s hyper-digital age, PR must evolve. Sentiment analysis, by tapping into the heartbeats behind the data, offers brands an edge. It’s not about chasing trends but understanding feelings, ensuring your brand isn’t just seen but genuinely felt.

Media-Report

Real Estate in Dubai and the UAE: When Will the Property Prices Come Down? – PRWire

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Real Estate in Dubai and the UAE: When Will the Property Prices Come Down? – PRWire
Real Estate in Dubai and the UAE: When Will the Property Prices Come Down? – PRWire
Explore the intricacies of the real estate market in Dubai and the UAE as we analyze current trends, government interventions, and expert predictions to answer the pressing question: when will the property prices come down?

Real Estate in Dubai and the UAE: When Will the Property Prices Come Down?

In the bustling real estate market of Dubai and the UAE, a pressing question looms large for potential investors and homebuyers: “When will the property prices come down?” As we find ourselves in 2023, we turn to the latest data and expert analyses to offer a glimpse into what the future holds for the property market in the region.

The Current Landscape

As of now, the real estate market is experiencing a bullish trend with property prices witnessing a steady increase. Between Q3 2021 and Q3 2022, the average sales prices for residential properties in Dubai surged by approximately 10%. Furthermore, the first half of 2023 saw a significant rise in average apartment and villa prices, increasing by 17.2% and 16.9%, respectively.

Government Policies and Economic Stimulus

The government has been playing a pivotal role in shaping the real estate landscape in the region. Various regulatory measures have been introduced to foster stability and growth in the market. Moreover, economic stimuli aiming to boost the sector predict a market valuation reaching a staggering AED 300 billion by the end of 2023.

Expert Predictions

Delving into expert analyses, industry leaders like Deloitte have emphasized the substantial role of government policies and global economic conditions in determining the trajectory of the real estate market in Dubai. Furthermore, S&P Global maintains a stable outlook for Dubai-based real estate companies, signaling potential growth and opportunities in the sector.

The Road Ahead: When Will the Prices Come Down?

Given the current trends and expert forecasts, predicting a downturn in property prices in the near future seems unlikely. The market dynamics characterized by high demand, especially in prime locations, and government initiatives aimed at economic growth, suggest a continuation of the upward trend in property prices.

However, it is essential to note that real estate markets are cyclical, and a downturn is inevitable in the long run. While pinpointing an exact timeframe remains a challenge, potential buyers are advised to keep a close eye on market trends and government policies to identify the right investment opportunities.

Conclusion

As we stand in 2023, the real estate market in Dubai and the UAE continues to thrive, with property prices on an upward trajectory. While the current data and expert analyses suggest that a decrease in prices is not on the horizon, potential investors and homebuyers should remain vigilant, keeping abreast of the latest developments to make informed decisions in a dynamic market.

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Real Estate in Dubai and the UAE: When Will the Property Prices Come Down? – PRWire
Explore the intricacies of the real estate market in Dubai and the UAE as we analyze current trends, government interventions, and expert predictions to answer the pressing question: when will the property prices come down?

Real Estate in Dubai and the UAE: When Will the Property Prices Come Down?

In the bustling real estate market of Dubai and the UAE, a pressing question looms large for potential investors and homebuyers: “When will the property prices come down?” As we find ourselves in 2023, we turn to the latest data and expert analyses to offer a glimpse into what the future holds for the property market in the region.

The Current Landscape

As of now, the real estate market is experiencing a bullish trend with property prices witnessing a steady increase. Between Q3 2021 and Q3 2022, the average sales prices for residential properties in Dubai surged by approximately 10%. Furthermore, the first half of 2023 saw a significant rise in average apartment and villa prices, increasing by 17.2% and 16.9%, respectively.

Government Policies and Economic Stimulus

The government has been playing a pivotal role in shaping the real estate landscape in the region. Various regulatory measures have been introduced to foster stability and growth in the market. Moreover, economic stimuli aiming to boost the sector predict a market valuation reaching a staggering AED 300 billion by the end of 2023.

Expert Predictions

Delving into expert analyses, industry leaders like Deloitte have emphasized the substantial role of government policies and global economic conditions in determining the trajectory of the real estate market in Dubai. Furthermore, S&P Global maintains a stable outlook for Dubai-based real estate companies, signaling potential growth and opportunities in the sector.

The Road Ahead: When Will the Prices Come Down?

Given the current trends and expert forecasts, predicting a downturn in property prices in the near future seems unlikely. The market dynamics characterized by high demand, especially in prime locations, and government initiatives aimed at economic growth, suggest a continuation of the upward trend in property prices.

However, it is essential to note that real estate markets are cyclical, and a downturn is inevitable in the long run. While pinpointing an exact timeframe remains a challenge, potential buyers are advised to keep a close eye on market trends and government policies to identify the right investment opportunities.

Conclusion

As we stand in 2023, the real estate market in Dubai and the UAE continues to thrive, with property prices on an upward trajectory. While the current data and expert analyses suggest that a decrease in prices is not on the horizon, potential investors and homebuyers should remain vigilant, keeping abreast of the latest developments to make informed decisions in a dynamic market.

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New Self-Cleaning Membranes Developed by NYU Abu Dhabi Researchers Dramatically Improve the Efficiency of Desalination Technologies  – PRWire

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New Self-Cleaning Membranes Developed by NYU Abu Dhabi Researchers Dramatically Improve the Efficiency of Desalination Technologies  – PRWire

New Self-Cleaning Membranes Developed by NYU Abu Dhabi Researchers Dramatically Improve the Efficiency of Desalination Technologies  – PRWire

New Self-Cleaning Membranes Developed by NYU Abu Dhabi Researchers Dramatically Improve the Efficiency of Desalination Technologies 

Embedded with organic crystals, hybrid membranes use “smart separation” approach that is more effective and environmentally sustainable

Abu Dhabi, UAE, September 20, 2023: A team of NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) researchers has developed a new kind of self-cleaning, hybrid membrane that provides a solution that overcomes significant challenges that have, until now, limited desalination technologies.

The most energy-efficient desalination technologies are based on membrane desalination. However, the membranes used for desalination are prone to fouling, the accumulation of scale that results in decreased membrane performance, shorter lifespan, and the need for chemical cleaning, which has unknown environmental consequences. 

Researchers at NYUAD’s Smart Materials Lab and the Center for Smart Engineering Materials, led by Professor Panče Naumov and Research Scientist Ejaz Ahmed, together with their collaborators from the Institute for Membrane Technology in Italy, created a unique hybrid membrane by utilizing stimuli-responsive materials, thermosalient organic crystals, embedded in polymers. The thermosalient crystals are a new class of dynamic materials that are capable of sudden expansion or motion upon heating or cooling.

Combining these microcrystals with traditional, porous membranes, the researchers developed a “smart” membrane capable of deformation by self-modulating its pore size and surface properties in response to changes in temperature. The crystals on the surface of the membrane respond to short-term increase in temperature, which activates the membrane to effectively remove the deposited contaminants from its surface. The researchers found that this “gating” process increased the flow of desalinated water by more than 43 percent through osmotic distillation and significantly extended the membrane’s operational lifetime.

The findings are presented in a paper titled Smart Dynamic Hybrid Membranes with Self-Cleaning Capability, published in the journal Nature Communications.

The ability of hybrid membranes to self-clean and minimize fouling could make desalination technologies more efficient and could increase the availability of freshwater. More than a third of the world’s population currently suffers from shortages of drinkable water, a number expected to reach 50 percent by 2025. In water-deficient countries, such as those in arid regions like the MENA region, membrane desalination of seawater helps coastal communities address local deficiencies. 

“There is an urgent need for energy-efficient membranes capable of water desalination and other separation technologies that eliminate fouling issues without utilizing harsh chemicals as cleaners,” said Naumov. “The hybrid membrane we have developed demonstrates favorable consistency in performance after several cycles of descaling. With more than twenty types of dynamic organic crystals available to use with different membrane compositions, our novel approach represents an important step forward towards the development of a new generation of “smart” membranes that will be capable of self-cleaning in an energy-saving and environmentally benign manner, which will effectively improve the cost-effectiveness of the overall process of potable water production.”

This research is being carried out in the same period that NYUAD is chairing the Universities Climate Network (UCN). Comprising UAE-based universities and higher education institutions, the UCN collaborates on facilitating dialogues, workshops, public events, policy briefs, and youth participation in the lead up to and beyond COP28.

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About NYU Abu Dhabi

www.nyuad.nyu.edu
NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective program with majors in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, arts, and humanities with a world center for advanced research. Its campus enables students to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world, and to advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from some 120 countries and speak over 115 languages. Together, NYU’s campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. 

New Self-Cleaning Membranes Developed by NYU Abu Dhabi Researchers Dramatically Improve the Efficiency of Desalination Technologies 

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New Self-Cleaning Membranes Developed by NYU Abu Dhabi Researchers Dramatically Improve the Efficiency of Desalination Technologies  – PRWire

New Self-Cleaning Membranes Developed by NYU Abu Dhabi Researchers Dramatically Improve the Efficiency of Desalination Technologies 

Embedded with organic crystals, hybrid membranes use “smart separation” approach that is more effective and environmentally sustainable

Abu Dhabi, UAE, September 20, 2023: A team of NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) researchers has developed a new kind of self-cleaning, hybrid membrane that provides a solution that overcomes significant challenges that have, until now, limited desalination technologies.

The most energy-efficient desalination technologies are based on membrane desalination. However, the membranes used for desalination are prone to fouling, the accumulation of scale that results in decreased membrane performance, shorter lifespan, and the need for chemical cleaning, which has unknown environmental consequences. 

Researchers at NYUAD’s Smart Materials Lab and the Center for Smart Engineering Materials, led by Professor Panče Naumov and Research Scientist Ejaz Ahmed, together with their collaborators from the Institute for Membrane Technology in Italy, created a unique hybrid membrane by utilizing stimuli-responsive materials, thermosalient organic crystals, embedded in polymers. The thermosalient crystals are a new class of dynamic materials that are capable of sudden expansion or motion upon heating or cooling.

Combining these microcrystals with traditional, porous membranes, the researchers developed a “smart” membrane capable of deformation by self-modulating its pore size and surface properties in response to changes in temperature. The crystals on the surface of the membrane respond to short-term increase in temperature, which activates the membrane to effectively remove the deposited contaminants from its surface. The researchers found that this “gating” process increased the flow of desalinated water by more than 43 percent through osmotic distillation and significantly extended the membrane’s operational lifetime.

The findings are presented in a paper titled Smart Dynamic Hybrid Membranes with Self-Cleaning Capability, published in the journal Nature Communications.

The ability of hybrid membranes to self-clean and minimize fouling could make desalination technologies more efficient and could increase the availability of freshwater. More than a third of the world’s population currently suffers from shortages of drinkable water, a number expected to reach 50 percent by 2025. In water-deficient countries, such as those in arid regions like the MENA region, membrane desalination of seawater helps coastal communities address local deficiencies. 

“There is an urgent need for energy-efficient membranes capable of water desalination and other separation technologies that eliminate fouling issues without utilizing harsh chemicals as cleaners,” said Naumov. “The hybrid membrane we have developed demonstrates favorable consistency in performance after several cycles of descaling. With more than twenty types of dynamic organic crystals available to use with different membrane compositions, our novel approach represents an important step forward towards the development of a new generation of “smart” membranes that will be capable of self-cleaning in an energy-saving and environmentally benign manner, which will effectively improve the cost-effectiveness of the overall process of potable water production.”

This research is being carried out in the same period that NYUAD is chairing the Universities Climate Network (UCN). Comprising UAE-based universities and higher education institutions, the UCN collaborates on facilitating dialogues, workshops, public events, policy briefs, and youth participation in the lead up to and beyond COP28.

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About NYU Abu Dhabi

www.nyuad.nyu.edu
NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective program with majors in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, arts, and humanities with a world center for advanced research. Its campus enables students to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world, and to advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from some 120 countries and speak over 115 languages. Together, NYU’s campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. 

Lynk & Co 01 & 09 at the 19th Asian Games and the Meishan Plant’s Vital Role – PRWire

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Lynk & Co 01 & 09 at the 19th Asian Games and the Meishan Plant’s Vital Role – PRWire
Lynk & Co 01 & 09 at the 19th Asian Games and the Meishan Plant’s Vital Role – PRWire

Lynk & Co 01 & 09 at the 19th Asian Games and the Meishan Plant’s Vital Role

NINGBO, China – Lynk & Co proudly announced its selection as the official vehicle provider for the esteemed 19th Asian Games, a testament to the brand’s global excellence and commitment to innovation, and is honored to present the Lynk & Co 01 and 09 as the official transportation for the event. On September 12th, as the torch relay illuminated the event, it passed by the remarkable Meishan Plant, the birthplace of the Lynk & Co 09.

Meishan Plant Exemplifies World-Class Production Standards

Situated on Meishan Island, 50 kilometers from Ningbo City, the Meishan Plant spans 1,816 acres with 760,000 square meters of construction, representing a 10 billion yuan investment. It commenced production in September 2021, manufacturing the Lynk & Co 09 based on the SPA platform. The plant comprises five major manufacturing workshops: stamping, welding, painting, final assembly, and die-casting. Furthermore, it features ancillary facilities including a small painting workshop, an injection molding workshop, and a quality inspection workshop.

Lynk & Co is dedicated to setting the standard for excellence in manufacturing. The Meishan plant incorporates state-of-the-art technology, automation, and advanced production techniques in its workshops. The plant’s fully automated production lines can achieve a 100% automation rate. Take the assembly workshop for example, which features a production capacity of 60JPH. It employs the most advanced chassis automatic car combination technology of the Volvo SPA platform, utilizes industry-leading EMS lifting spreaders and skylight/windshield/tire automatic installation robots, and employs quality management systems like the electric tightening system, robot vision system, and DTS on-line vehicle appearance detection system. These technologies help monitor the digital quality process, ensuring the creation of high-quality cars that exceed customer expectations.

Lynk & Co 09: Craftsmanship at Meishan Plant

The Lynk & Co 09, a true work of art, exemplifies the exceptional quality of the Meishan Plant’s global manufacturing excellence. Its design language is rooted in the concept of “mega-city contrast,” seamlessly merging elegance and sportiness to showcase dynamic contours that captivate from every angle. Precision engineering and aerodynamic mastery are evident in every curve, while the bold front grille proudly announces the arrival of a vehicle that sets itself apart. This seven-seat full-size SUV, equipped with the SPA platform, Drive-E 2.0TD engine, and 8-speed automatic transmission, seamlessly combines robust performance with an elegant design, spacious interiors, and advanced safety features. The Lynk & Co 09’s impressive size ensures ample space for both passengers and cargo, showcasing unwavering commitment to superior craftsmanship in every aspect.

About Lynk & Co

Lynk & Co, born global, open, and connected in 2016, is designed for the new generation of open urbanites. It is not just a new car brand but a new brand in the car industry, aiming to build an open platform connecting people, cars, and the world.

For more information on Lynk & Co, visit www.lynkco.com.

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