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Weather forecasting training program brings power of AI to low- and middle-income countries

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Summary

MBZUAI and the University of Chicago are collaborating on a program to train governments in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to use AI weather forecasting models. Funded by a grant from the UAE Presidential Court, the program's first cohort includes staff from Bangladesh, Chile, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Nigeria, receiving training in the UAE at MBZUAI and NCM. The program aims to expand to 30 countries, potentially benefiting millions of farmers by improving yields and livelihoods. Why it matters: This initiative democratizes access to advanced weather forecasting, enabling LMICs to leverage AI for climate resilience and agricultural productivity.

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MBZUAI · University of Chicago · Weather forecasting · LMICs · UAE

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