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Broadcast Pro
23-06-2025
- Science
- Broadcast Pro
UAEU team to represent UAE in Asian Try Zero-G 2025 competition
The competition offers university students from across the Asia-Pacific region to propose physics experiments to be conducted aboard the International Space Station. The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced that a student team from the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) will represent the UAE in the final phase of the Asian Try Zero-G 2025 competition. Organised in collaboration with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and other regional partners, the competition invites university students from across the Asia-Pacific to design physics experiments to be conducted aboard the International Space Station (ISS), according to a report by WAM. This years edition saw participation from 74 students across eight UAE universities, who submitted a total of 17 experiment proposals to MBRSC. After a rigorous internal selection process, three teams were nominated to move forward, with UAEUs submission advancing to the international finals. Their experiment, created by a group of six students, explores harmonic motion and damping effects in microgravityan area of study that could yield new insights into the behaviour of physical systems in the absence of Earth's gravitational pull. Out of numerous entries from the region, only 11 teams from nine countries have qualified for the final round of the competition. The chosen experiments will be carried out inside the Japanese Experiment Module Kibo on the ISS by a Japanese astronaut, with execution scheduled between late 2025 and early 2026. MBRSCs involvement in the Asian Try Zero-G initiative reflects its ongoing commitment to fostering scientific curiosity, promoting STEM education, and encouraging collaboration with academic institutions throughout the UAE. By supporting student engagement in real-world space research, the Centre aims to nurture the next generation of scientists and innovators poised to shape the future of space exploration.
Broadcast Pro
13-06-2025
- Science
- Broadcast Pro
MBRSC launches Career Camp to inspire future Emirati talent
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced the launch of its Career Camp, inviting Emirati high school students across the UAE to register for a unique opportunity to gain first-hand insights into the dynamic world of space, science, and corporate functioning. Scheduled to take place from July 1 to 11, 2025, at the MBRSC headquarters in Al Khawaneej, the camp is designed to prepare students for their future educational and professional paths in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and corporate sector. Open to motivated students with a keen interest in space sciences, engineering, technology, and organisational functions, the camp provides a blend of exposure, learning, and inspiration. Through interactive sessions and hands-on experiences, participants will explore the various departments of MBRSC, learn about real-world applications of STEM, and understand the key functions that support the Centres operations. The camp aligns with MBRSCs commitment to nurturing national talent and creating pathways for youth to contribute meaningfully to the UAEs growing space and innovation landscape. To register, students must send their CV to careercamp@ before June 20, 2025.
Dubai Eye
23-05-2025
- Science
- Dubai Eye
UAE confirms launch partner for far side moon mission
The UAE's mission to explore the far side of the Moon has taken a major step forward. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has witnessed the signing of a key agreement between the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) and US-based Firefly Aerospace. Under the deal, Firefly will provide the lunar lander for the Emirates Lunar Mission, which will carry the UAE's Rashid 2 Rover to the far side of the Moon in 2026. The rover will be part of Firefly's Blue Ghost Mission 2, alongside payloads from NASA, the European Space Agency and Australia. Sheikh Hamdan said the mission reinforces the UAE's commitment to advancing lunar science and contributing valuable knowledge to global space research. Rashid 2 will study the Moon's terrain, plasma environment and thermal conditions, and will test material resilience against lunar dust - data crucial for future exploration technologies. The mission supports the UAE's broader National Space Programme, aimed at driving innovation, empowering youth, and strengthening international partnerships in the space sector. — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) May 22, 2025
Hi Dubai
23-05-2025
- Science
- Hi Dubai
UAE Secures Firefly Aerospace Deal to Land Rashid 2 Rover on Far Side of the Moon
Dubai has taken a bold step toward deep space exploration with the signing of a strategic agreement between the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) and US-based Firefly Aerospace. Under the deal, Firefly will provide the lunar lander that will deploy the UAE's Rashid 2 Rover to the far side of the Moon as part of the Emirates Lunar Mission in 2026. The agreement was signed at Emirates Towers in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and President of MBRSC, who called the mission a testament to the UAE's commitment to global scientific advancement. 'Our objective is not only to reach new destinations in space but to generate meaningful knowledge that contributes to humanity's understanding of the universe,' he said. Rashid 2 will fly aboard Firefly's Blue Ghost Mission 2, mounted on the Elytra Dark orbital vehicle. The mission will also carry payloads from NASA, the European Space Agency, and Australia, placing the UAE among a select group of nations exploring the Moon's far side. Equipped with scientific probes and high-resolution cameras, the rover will study lunar soil, geology, and plasma conditions, and test the durability of materials against lunar dust—critical data for future missions. It will also carry a radio transmitter to support inter-payload communication. MBRSC leaders highlighted the mission's role in reinforcing the UAE's long-term space ambitions. 'This is a leap forward for our scientific goals and global partnerships,' said Salem Humaid AlMarri, Director General of MBRSC. The mission marks a significant stride in the UAE's growing influence in the international space community. News Source: Emirates News Agency
TAG 91.1
22-05-2025
- Science
- TAG 91.1
UAE confirms launch partner for far side moon mission
The UAE's mission to explore the far side of the Moon has taken a major step forward. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has witnessed the signing of a key agreement between the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) and US-based Firefly Aerospace. Under the deal, Firefly will provide the lunar lander for the Emirates Lunar Mission, which will carry the UAE's Rashid 2 Rover to the far side of the Moon in 2026. The rover will be part of Firefly's Blue Ghost Mission 2, alongside payloads from NASA, the European Space Agency and Australia. Sheikh Hamdan said the mission reinforces the UAE's commitment to advancing lunar science and contributing valuable knowledge to global space research. Rashid 2 will study the Moon's terrain, plasma environment and thermal conditions, and will test material resilience against lunar dust - data crucial for future exploration technologies. The mission supports the UAE's broader National Space Programme, aimed at driving innovation, empowering youth, and strengthening international partnerships in the space sector. — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) May 22, 2025
