Qatar University’s (QU) Young Scientists Center (YSC) launched the second cycle of its ‘STEM in Sports’ workshop, designed specifically for high school students in Qatar's public schools and is held in four government schools. Approximately one hundred students participated in this cycle, which follows the remarkable success of the first cycle for preparatory school students.
The workshop aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030, aiming to enhance students' knowledge and skills in STEM fields. The workshop's main objective is to contribute to the national development strategy by equipping young students with the knowledge and skills necessary for Qatar's progress towards a knowledge-based, innovative, and inventive economy. This necessitates nurturing young talents in STEM fields. The workshop's intensive activities aim to explore the relationship between technology and sports, focusing on modern technology, especially artificial intelligence (AI).
The workshop aims to encourage students to explore the relationship between technology and sports, with a special emphasis on modern technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI). It is an interactive workshop designed for 10th and 11th graders, offering advanced topics which will allow participants to delve into current trends and research in sports materials and the technology used in sports, including AI.
The workshop emphasizes hands-on activities; students learn about the latest technologies and can apply them. As part of the workshop, students will present AI-based projects to address challenges and problems in the sports field. This project will allow students to combine their theoretical knowledge with their practical skills, leading to the development of innovative and practical solutions.
One of the main highlights of these workshops is that students get the opportunity to learn and apply cutting-edge technology, such as 3D printing, for creating innovative sports equipment. This approach provides students with hands-on experience in modern technology. Additionally, the students will visit the YSC lab at QU for practical training on 3D printing. Students are also assigned to design and produce 3D models and PowerPoint presentations, which will be presented in a final event. The goal of the competition is to recognize the most creative and high-quality projects.
Prof. Noora Jabor Al-Thani, YSC Director expressed her delight at the launch of the second cycle of the workshop. She emphasized that the workshop is an important step towards achieving Qatar National Vision 2030 and offers students a unique opportunity to develop their passion and skills in STEM fields, especially by using AI tackle sports-related problems. This plays a crucial role in shaping the future of science and technology.
Prof. Noora Al-Thani added that the YSC is committed to providing an exceptional educational platform that helps students reach the highest levels of excellence in these vital fields. This commitment enhances their roles as active members and future leaders in society.