For the second week in a row, the Communications and Public Relations Department at Qatar University continued the Fadaa 33 activities, the first-of-its-kind winter event. The event included many activities and events directed toward the Qatar University community and the general public.
Mrs. Eatidal Al-Qatami, the Manager of Events and Protocols at the Communications and Public Relations Department at Qatar University, said, “The Communications and Public Relations Department is always striving to organize diverse and meaningful events. In the case of the
winter event “Fadaa 33”, the aim was to involve the university and Qatari community in a non-academic and homelike event that includes interactive and unconventional activities, organized in a new location within the university campus. The event site is equipped with green spaces and a cycling track, in addition to basic facilities.”
The Center for Advanced Materials (CAM) at Qatar University participated in Fadaa 33 with three teams presenting the important role that science plays in society with modern technologies.
The first research team was headed by Dr. Abdul Shakoor, Research Assistant Professor, in collaboration with Dr. Noora Al-Qahtani, Research Projects Manager, who offered research work dedicated to synthesizing and characterizing advanced materials for numerous applications. The mission of their research team was to promote the highest standards of excellence in the science and engineering of advanced materials. At Fadaa 33, their research team displayed innovative materials created inside CAM to power interactive gadgets like drones, remote-controlled automobiles, and corrosion mitigation.
Dr. Dong Suk Han, Research Associate Professor at CAM, led the second team to demonstrate the cutting-edge membrane-based process for concentrating fruit juice without the use of temperature and pressure, increasing awareness about the foods and drinks that we consume. Fruit juice is highly sought-after for its refreshing and hydrating qualities, but high temperature and pressure can easily compromise its attractive taste and nutritional value. Amidst the fun, visitors had the opportunity to see how the market is offering double-strength fruit juice while preserving the benefits of the fruit.
The third team led by Dr. Kishor Kumar Sadasivuni, Research Assistant Professor at CAM, introduced thougt provoking and interactive activities. For instance, a prototype multicycle that combines balloon pumping by the rider’s pedaling with continuous bubble production from the bubble machine can also convert seawater into drinking water. The activity combined research and fun, and saw great interest from children and teenagers. Additionally, key chains for the guests were made from leftover coffee powder and sheets of biodegradable plastic that had been laser engraved with various patterns. The amusement floor made from recycled plastic debris has been renovated to accommodate several quiz competitions for guests of all ages. The antigravity box and robotic eye provided fresh insights into sensor values and allow the thing to float in midair unaided.
In a statement, Dr. Mohammad R. Irshidat, Director of CAM said, “Fadaa 33 represents a great opportunity for our center to show how research and fun can come together. CAM participation in Fadaa 33 will be targeting visitors of all ages.”
Dr. Noora Al-Qahtani, Research Projects Manager, stated that the center continuously inspires its research and students to learn, invent, and advance technologies and developments that add to the growth and renaissance of Qatar to accomplish Qatar National Vision 2030 aims and objectives.
Source: Qatar University
