The Propulsion and Space Research Center (PSRC) has appointed three new advisors: Prof. Dr. Roberto Sabatini, Dr. Mohamed Al Ahbabi, and Prof. Dr. Pericles Pilidis. These experts bring experience in aerospace, defense, space exploration, and gas turbine performance. The appointments aim to strengthen PSRC's research capabilities and contribute to the UAE's space exploration goals. Why it matters: The addition of experienced advisors signals the UAE's continued investment in building local expertise in advanced aerospace technologies and space exploration.
TII's Secure Systems Research Center (SSRC) in Abu Dhabi has appointed international experts to its Board of Advisors. The advisors have expertise in areas like autonomous computing, cyber-physical systems, and cryptology. The board includes experts from Khalifa University, NYU Abu Dhabi, Dubai Electronic Security Center, and Purdue University. Why it matters: The move strengthens the UAE's cybersecurity research capabilities and aligns with its focus on developing secure autonomous systems.
The Digital Science Research Center (DSRC) has appointed Prof. David Naccache to its Board of Advisors for the Digital Security Unit. Prof. Naccache's experience includes cryptography and security, with prior roles at École Normale Supérieure (ENS) and Gemplus. He will provide external research assessment and foster collaboration between TII, ENS, RUHL and ULux. Why it matters: The appointment strengthens DSRC's digital security research capabilities through Prof. Naccache's expertise and academic network.
Prof. Agostino Monorchio has been appointed to the Board of Advisors of the Directed Energy Research Center (DERC). He will advise on flexible conformal metasurfaces for electromagnetic applications, bringing expertise from the University of Pisa and international research tenures. His research spans computational electromagnetics, metamaterials, antenna design, and biomedical microwave applications. Why it matters: The appointment strengthens DERC's advisory capabilities in directed energy research, potentially advancing technological innovation in the UAE.
The Technology Innovation Institute's Cryptography Research Center (CRC) in Abu Dhabi has appointed a Board of Advisors comprised of global cryptography experts. The board includes Prof. Joan Daemen, Prof. Lejla Batina, Dr. Guido Bertoni, Prof. Carlos Aguilar, Prof. Damien Stehlé, and Prof. Tim Güneysu. The advisors will guide CRC's research efforts in areas like post-quantum cryptography and hardware-based cryptography. Why it matters: This move strengthens the UAE's position as a global hub for cryptography research and development, fostering innovation in this critical field.