University of Sharjah and SNOC review joint research projects

October 29, 2025 / 1:11 PM

Sharjah 24: The University of Sharjah (UOS) held a coordination meeting with the Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) to review the progress of joint research projects funded by SNOC under the endowed professorship established through last year’s partnership agreement. The collaboration enhances the connection between academia and industry, aligning the university’s research efforts with national sustainable development goals.

The meeting aimed to exchange technical insights and evaluate the scientific achievements made under the programme, which SNOC supports through annual funding of AED 1 million. The session was attended by Professor Maammar Bettayeb, Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Studies at UOS, and Engineer Hatem Al Mosa, Advisor to the President of SNOC and Secretary General of the Sharjah Energy Council, as well as faculty members and research teams.

Addressing global challenges

Researchers showcased seven pioneering projects spanning renewable energy, environmental management, and sustainability technologies. These include developing novel electrodes for seawater and wastewater electrolysis, AI-driven oil–water separation using CO₂ nanobubbles, bifacial solar-powered smart farming systems, and high-efficiency perovskite solar cells. Other initiatives focused on hydrogen and methane production through anaerobic digestion, flood management using GIS, and gravitational energy storage employing oil and gas wells.

Commitment to long-term collaboration

Participants discussed each project’s milestones, funding progress, and strategic next steps, agreeing on a framework for ongoing evaluation and joint monitoring to ensure lasting impact. Researchers highlighted the importance of integrating scientific inquiry with industrial application, noting that such partnerships are vital for fostering innovation-led sustainable development in Sharjah and across the United Arab Emirates.