In an achievement that strengthens the UAE’s position on the global innovation map, Emirati student Ali Hamid Al Loughani, from the Emirates Science Club, won the gold medal and special award presented by the Saudi delegation at the International Young Inventors Championship, part of the 36th edition of the International ITEX 2025 exhibition in Kuala Lumpur. The competition saw the participation of nearly 900 innovations from 15 countries.
Al-Loughani’s innovation is part of an innovative security project to screen passengers at airports using motion amplification technology and biometric signal processing through cameras without any contact. This enables the analysis of physiological indicators such as heart rate and breathing, and the detection of signs of stress or suspicious behavior.
Bilal Al-Badour, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Culture and Science Forum, emphasized that Al-Loughani’s achievement reflects the spirit of a true researcher and the passion of innovators, commending his determination to transform his idea into a realistic solution that serves society and enhances security.
Dr. Eisa Al Bastaki, Chairman of the Emirates Science Club, commended Al Loughani’s intellectual and scientific maturity, emphasizing that this level of innovation reflects the country’s drive toward a knowledge-based economy based on creativity and technology, and enhances the UAE’s global standing in the fields of science and invention.
It’s worth noting that more than 80% of the innovations on display at ITEX 2025, which spanned 15 categories including artificial intelligence, automation, and medical technologies, demonstrated promising potential for commercialization.
source/content: wam.ae (headline edited)
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