AUS unites with Waseela to drive innovation in IoT sector

By Shilpa Annie Joseph, Official Reporter
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AUS-Waseela collaboration
Officials during the signing ceremony | Courtesy: AUS

American University of Sharjah (AUS) has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Waseela to unite their expertise to advance engineering education and innovation in the field of the Internet of Things (IoT).

Waseela is a leading master systems integrator specializing in large-scale information and communications technology projects across the Middle East.

The collaboration works within the framework of the AUS Engineering Al Nuqba (Elite) program and it will see Waseela supporting the training of AUS students through internships, providing invaluable hands-on experience to complement academic learning and meet graduation requirements.

Both parties will collaborate to jointly supervise selected capstone and research projects, facilitating industry-relevant research and fostering innovation. Waseela will share its expertise with AUS students, enriching their understanding and preparing them for future challenges in the field of engineering.

Furthermore, Waseela will mentor female engineering students annually, promoting diversity and inclusion in the engineering sector. AUS and Waseela will also collaborate on joint research and development projects, driving innovation and pushing the boundaries of technological advancement.

Dr. Fadi Aloul, Dean of the College of Engineering at AUS, said that, “As we embrace the era of interconnected devices and smart technologies, our collaboration with Waseela signifies a transformative step in our commitment to cultivating IoT expertise within our engineering students. Together, we’re not only bridging the gap between academia and industry but shaping the architects of tomorrow’s interconnected world.”

“This partnership signifies our commitment to fostering the development of future engineers whose skills are tailored to meet the demands of the industry. Our involvement aims to empower these promising individuals with the ability to innovate within complex and dynamic fields such as IoT,” commented Bilal Al Anani, Chief Executive Officer of Waseela.

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