As part of their ongoing efforts to enhance UAE’s status as an innovation hub in the region, Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), the leading national entity for development aid just hosted a lecture by Fatima Al Kaabi, the youngest Emirati inventor.
The young 16-year-old inventor, Fatima specializes in finding creative and innovative solutions. In her talk, she spoke about her journey with innovation. So far, she has 12 inventions across several sectors including safety and security, special needs and renewable energy.
Fatima spoke about her first invention saying: “I created my first invention – a robot that photographs people – in 2012 and presented it at the 12th Asia Pacific Conference on Giftedness as the youngest participant and inventor at the event. In June 2013, I came up with my second invention – a robotic replica of the character Um Khammas from the popular cartoon Freej. The idea was inspired by the UAE’s victory in the 21st Arabian Gulf Cup.”
Moreover, Fatima won the first place at the UAE National Robot Challenge with her voice-operate Braillie printer. She also invented a multi-purpose bag that works on renewable energy, in addition to a robot that can attend school on behalf of students who are disabled, ill, or traveling for treatment.
His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of ADFD, said: “We are delighted to host Fatima Al Kaabi, a unique example of an Emirati girl who strives to excel and be innovative in serving the needs of her community. Aware of the importance of excellence and innovation in driving the nation’s development goals, our government honors innovators and encourages them to achieve their objectives while contributing to the progress and prosperity of their country.”
He added that creativity and innovation are the core of Abu Dhabi Fund for Development’s values. “We are intensifying our efforts to strengthen the culture of innovation, solidifying our approach in improving performance, productivity, and efficiency,” he said.
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