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SECOND INTERNATIONAL INNOVATION X.0 FORUM “Towards a Sustainable and Innovative Future,” From Education and Research Perspective.

Overview

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research & Graduate Studies, in collaboration with the College of Engineering and the College of Computing and Informatics, is proud to organize the 2nd INTERNATIONAL INNOVATION X.0 FORUM on April 9th and 10th. This prestigious forum will bring together scholars, researchers, industry experts, educators, and students to explore, discuss, and share insights on the latest developments in leveraging innovation for a sustainable future.

The forum provides a unique opportunity to showcase groundbreaking research that contributes to a sustainable and innovative future, promotes sustainability through engineering practices, and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration between academia, industry, and government. It will also focus on advancing educational and research perspectives on digitization and sustainability.

This event will feature engaging presentations from multiple disciplines, complemented by posters prepared by our students, showcasing their research activities. Additionally, there will be demonstrations from local authorities and companies focusing on Smart Digital Green Technologies, Society X.0, and Sustainable Innovation.

We warmly invite you to join us for this two-day forum, where you will gain valuable insights into smart, digital, and green sustainable technologies across various disciplines. Your participation through oral presentations and discussions will greatly contribute to enriching our collective knowledge in engineering, computer science, informatics, and sustainable digital technologies.

As you attend the forum, we also encourage you to take the opportunity to explore the vibrant city of Sharjah, known for its rich heritage, museums, and pristine, well-preserved beaches. We hope you will make the most of your extended stay in Sharjah and enjoy all that this city has to offer.

Key Highlights of the Forum:

- Covering a broad range of topics, including:

- Renewable energy systems and clean technologies

- Climate change and environmental sustainability

- Enabling digital engineering and manufacturing

- Transformation and sustainable growth in industry X.0

- Additive manufacturing and sustainability

- Fostering a culture of sustainability through education

- Artificial intelligence for sustainability

- Big data analytics for climate change prediction and mitigation

- Cybersecurity and next-generation communication networks

- Interdisciplinary research bridging computer science and mathematics

- Technology for sustainable development

- IoT for smart cities: enhancing urban sustainability via connected devices

- Green computing for energy-efficient cloud data centers

Important Dates:

  • Initial Deadline: February 28th, 2025
  • Acceptance Notifications: March 21st, 2025

Committees

Higher Committee

Prof. Hamid M.K. Al Naimiy

Chancellor of the University of Sharjah

Chairman

Prof. Yousef Haik

Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

Vice Chairman

Prof. Maamar Bettayeb

Vice Chancellor For Research and Graduate Studies

Member

Prof.  Abdul Wahab Bin Mohammad

Dean of the College of Engineering

Member  

Prof. Abbes Amira

Dean of the College of Computing and Informatics

Member

 

Organizing Committee

Prof. Abdul Wahab Bin Mohammad

Dean of the College of Engineering

Chairman

Prof Mohamed Adel Serhani

CCI Vice Dean, Deputy Director - Office of International Relations

Vice Chairman

Prof. Khalil Abdelrazek Khalil

Assistant Dean of the College of Engineering

Coordinator

Dr. Manar Abu Talib

College of Computing and Informatics

Member

Prof Qassim Nasir

Computer Engineering

Member

Dr. Iman Akour

Information Systems

Member

Dr. Zehra Canan Araci

Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management

Member

Dr. Noura Alkarbi

Research Outreach Department

Member

Dr. Mohamed G. Arab

Civil Engineering

Member

Dr. Malek Masmoudi

Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management

Member

Dr. Sohail Abbas

Department of Computer Science

Member

Mr. Rafat Al-Athamy

Conference Center

Member

Ms. Mariam Al Naqbi

Conference Center

Member

Ms. Khawla Alshamsi

Conference Center

Member

Ms. Sumayah A. Aljaede

Administrative Officer

Secretary

 

Scientific Committee

Prof Abbes Amira

Dean of the College of Computing and Informatics

Chairman

Prof. Mohamed Maalej

Vice Dean of the College of Engineering

Vice Chairman

Dr. Manar Abu Talib

College of Computing and Informatics

Coordinator

Prof. Khalil Abdelrazek Khalil

Assistant Dean of the College of Engineering

Member

Dr. Amel Ibrahim Al Ali

Director of the Alumni Office

Member

Prof. Fikri Dweiri

Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management

Member

Prof. Tahar Laoui

Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering

Member

Prof Sebti Foufou

Chair, Department of Computer Science

Member

Dr. Concetta Semeraro

Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management

Member

Dr. Kais Belwafi

Computer Engineering Department

Member

Prof. Ibrahim Ali El-Sharkawy

Sustainable and Renewable Energy Engineering

Member

Prof. Alex Opoku

Architecture Engineering

Member

Prof. Anwar Jarandal

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department

Member

Bayan Naseer Mahfood

Administrative Officer

Secretary

Program

 

Day 1: Wednesday, April 9, 2025

 

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Conference Registration

10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

Opening Ceremony

10:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Coffee Break

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Keynote Talks

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Round Table Discussion

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Lunch Break

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Parallel Sessions

3:30 PM – 3:45 PM

Coffee Break

3:45 PM – 5:00 PM

Parallel Sessions

 

Day 2: Thursday, April 10, 2025

 

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Keynote Talks

10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Coffee Break

10:45 AM – 11:45 AM

Poster Session

11:45 AM – 1:00 PM

Parallel Sessions

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Lunch Break

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Parallel Sessions

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Closing Remarks 

Themes

Forum Topics: 

  1. Renewable Energy and Clean Technologies
    1. Solar Thermal Energy and Photovoltaic Technologies
    2. Wind Turbine Design and Efficiency
    3. Geothermal Energy
    4. Hydropower and Marine Energy
    5. Sustainable Hydrogen Production
    6. Renewable and Alternative Fuels
    7. Green Materials and Technologies
    8. Smart Grid Integration
    9. Innovative Energy Storage Systems
    10. Energy Efficiency and Conservation
  2. Sustainable Built Environment
    1. Sustainable Urban Development
    2. Climate Change Adaption and Mitigation
    3. Construction and Engineering Project Management
    4. Health, Safety, and Well-Being in Construction
    5. Sustainable Building Design, Construction, and Operation
    6. Sustainable Housing and Regeneration
    7. Sustainable Development Goals and the Built Environment
    8. Green and Smart Building Technologies
    9. Sustainable Infrastructure, Mobility and Transportation
    10. Circular Economy and Waste Management
  3. Industry X.0 and Beyond
    1. Digital Engineering, Transformation, and Manufacturing
    2. Additive Manufacturing and Collaborative Robotics
    3. Smart Manufacturing and Production
    4. Sustainability and Industrial Ecosystems
    5. Operations Excellence and Production Efficiency
    6. Energy-Efficient Designs and Product Development
    7. Industry X.0 In Healthcare, Education, Services, and Safety
    8. Communications Networks and Security in Industry X.0
    9. Ethical and Societal Implications
    10. Digital Supply Chain Management
  4. Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
    1. Foundational and Advanced Topics in Artificial Intelligence
    2. AI-Driven IoT for Smart Cities
    3. Innovations in Renewable Energy Systems Powered by AI and Big Data. 
    4. AI-Powered Cybersecurity
    5. AI and Blockchain for Sustainability
    6. Explainable AI for Transparent Decision-Making
    7. AI in Robotics and Automation: Applications and Challenges
    8. Green Computing and Smart Systems for Sustainable Development
    9. Data and Big Data Analytics for Sustainable Development and Climate Change Mitigation
    10. AI-Driven Personalization in Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality Environments
  5. Cybersecurity and Next Communication Networks 
    1. Cybersecurity and Digital Safety in a Modern Society
    2. Cybersecurity Engineering for Modern Infrastructures
    3. Building Next-Generation Communication Networks
    4. Blockchain and sustainability
    5. Edge Computing: Decentralized Data Processing for Real-Time Applications
    6. Quantum Communication for Secure and Ultra-Fast Networks
    7. Security of IoT for Smart Cities
    8. AI in Threat Detection and Cybersecurity
    9. Secure Federated Learning in Multi-Device Environments

Important dates

Registration Ends On Start Date End Date
April 08, 2025 April 09, 2025 April 10, 2025