Qatari innovators win six gold and silver medals at Kuwait International Invention Exhibition

Doha, Qatar: Qatari inventors participating in the 16th International Invention Exhibition in the Middle East, held in Kuwait over four days, won six...

Doha, Qatar: Qatari inventors participating in the 16th International Invention Exhibition in the Middle East, held in Kuwait over four days, won six medals (three gold and three silver), amidst competition from more than 200 inventions from around the world.

The innovators' participation was supported by the Ministry of Sports and Youth, represented by the Qatar Science Club, showcasing the best Qatari innovations developed recently.

The gold medalists were: Shahd Ahmed Al Sulaiti for her invention of a smart helmet, a result of fruitful cooperation between the Qatar Science Club and the Public Works Authority through the Future Engineer program; Hessa Mansour Al Nuaimi for her invention of an ultrasonic fire extinguishing device; and Al Jawhara Mohammed Al Shammari for her invention of a drone for monitoring fungal diseases inside greenhouses.

The silver medals were awarded to: Mohammed Hassan Al Sayed for his invention of an advanced coral reef map; Hessa Ibrahim Al Kuwari for her invention of a medication reminder device; and Mohsen Hussein Al Sheikh, representing the GCC General Secretariat for his invention of a smart e-commerce platform.

In this regard, Eng. Abdulrahman Saleh Khamis, Head of the delegation participating in the exhibition, commended the outstanding participation of the young innovators who represented the State of Qatar so well, wishing them continued success and excellence in international scientific forums.