emirates7 - His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated Professor Oussama Khatib for winning the Great Arab Minds Award in the Engineering and Technology category.
In a post on "X", His Highness Sheikh Mohammed expressed, "Every year, we celebrate scientists, thinkers, and innovators through the Great Arab Minds Award. After reviewing thousands of nominations, we are proud to announce the winner in this year’s Engineering and Technology category."
He continued, "From Syria, the cradle of civilization, and Aleppo, a city known for its rich history and knowledge, we honor one of its most accomplished sons, Professor Oussama Khatib. As Director of the Robotics Laboratory at Stanford University, he has made significant strides in robotics engineering, publishing over 327 scientific papers. His advanced robots have helped explore the ocean depths and offered innovative solutions for humanity."
Professor Khatib's recognition marks decades of contributions to technological excellence and robotic engineering, where he has merged human intelligence with robotics for critical missions and innovations.
Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the Great Arab Minds Higher Committee, congratulated Professor Khatib through a virtual video call. He highlighted that Arab innovators like Khatib inspire future generations, encouraging them to contribute to the region’s ongoing influence on global civilization.
"The Great Arab Minds Award, initiated by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, honors remarkable Arab individuals who inspire Arab youth," said Al Gergawi. He urged young Arab talents to draw inspiration from pioneers like Khatib and work toward realizing their societies' ambitions and advancing global knowledge.
Professor Khatib's contributions include groundbreaking research in robotic systems, algorithms, and sensing technologies, significantly advancing the field. His work has enabled robots to perform effectively in various environments, such as healthcare, industrial automation, and deep-sea exploration.
One of his notable achievements is the creation of OceanOne, a humanoid robot for deep-sea exploration, which combines haptic feedback, stereo vision, and bimanual manipulation to replicate human abilities with exceptional precision. With over 327 research studies, Professor Khatib’s work bridges theoretical breakthroughs and practical applications, reshaping the global robotics landscape.
In a post on "X", His Highness Sheikh Mohammed expressed, "Every year, we celebrate scientists, thinkers, and innovators through the Great Arab Minds Award. After reviewing thousands of nominations, we are proud to announce the winner in this year’s Engineering and Technology category."
He continued, "From Syria, the cradle of civilization, and Aleppo, a city known for its rich history and knowledge, we honor one of its most accomplished sons, Professor Oussama Khatib. As Director of the Robotics Laboratory at Stanford University, he has made significant strides in robotics engineering, publishing over 327 scientific papers. His advanced robots have helped explore the ocean depths and offered innovative solutions for humanity."
Professor Khatib's recognition marks decades of contributions to technological excellence and robotic engineering, where he has merged human intelligence with robotics for critical missions and innovations.
Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the Great Arab Minds Higher Committee, congratulated Professor Khatib through a virtual video call. He highlighted that Arab innovators like Khatib inspire future generations, encouraging them to contribute to the region’s ongoing influence on global civilization.
"The Great Arab Minds Award, initiated by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, honors remarkable Arab individuals who inspire Arab youth," said Al Gergawi. He urged young Arab talents to draw inspiration from pioneers like Khatib and work toward realizing their societies' ambitions and advancing global knowledge.
Professor Khatib's contributions include groundbreaking research in robotic systems, algorithms, and sensing technologies, significantly advancing the field. His work has enabled robots to perform effectively in various environments, such as healthcare, industrial automation, and deep-sea exploration.
One of his notable achievements is the creation of OceanOne, a humanoid robot for deep-sea exploration, which combines haptic feedback, stereo vision, and bimanual manipulation to replicate human abilities with exceptional precision. With over 327 research studies, Professor Khatib’s work bridges theoretical breakthroughs and practical applications, reshaping the global robotics landscape.