Technology Innovation Institute’s Directed Energy Research Center (DERC) is sponsoring the 8th Euro-Asian Pulsed Power Conference (EAPPC) in Biarritz, France. The conference will cover topics such as pulsed power applications, high power microwaves, particle beam technology, and ultrahigh magnetic field generation. DERC will present its progress on fast discharge technologies with semiconductors and gases. Why it matters: DERC's participation highlights the growing focus on advanced energy technologies and international collaboration within the UAE's research landscape.
DERC at Khalifa University hosted a virtual seminar on High Energy Physics and Sensing Technologies, drawing 230 attendees from over 20 countries. The seminar featured presentations from a dozen international scientists on high-power electromagnetics and electromagnetic interference. Future seminars are planned on high-energy lasers, acoustics, and radar/sensing, with support from international universities and scientific societies. Why it matters: This event highlights the UAE's growing role as a hub for international scientific collaboration and advanced research in strategic technology areas.
The Directed Energy Research Center (DERC) is partnering with Montena Technology to study high-altitude electromagnetic pulses and design infrastructure safeguards. DERC is also collaborating with Radaz to evaluate ground penetrating and synthetic aperture radars in Abu Dhabi, aiming to identify natural resources. Additionally, DERC and Université de Picardie Jules Verne are working on laser sources and sensors, with a DERC researcher spending four years in France. Why it matters: These partnerships enhance DERC's research capabilities in critical areas like infrastructure protection, resource exploration, and advanced sensing technologies.
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) will host the GlobalEM high-power electromagnetics conference in Abu Dhabi from November 13–17. The conference, organized by TII’s Directed Energy Research Center (DERC), will feature sessions on sources, antennas, IEMI threats, high energy lasers, and critical infrastructure impacts. GlobalEM brings together experts to discuss challenges and opportunities in electromagnetics. Why it matters: The event strengthens the advanced directed energy domain in the UAE and supports Abu Dhabi's goal of becoming a hub for innovation in mitigating electromagnetic risks.
The Directed Energy Research Center (DERC) at Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovation Institute (TII) is hosting the GlobalEM 2022 conference in Abu Dhabi. The conference brings together high-power electromagnetics (HPEM) experts to discuss challenges and opportunities in the field. The four-day event includes sessions on IEMI threats, high energy lasers, and HPEM impacts on critical infrastructure. Why it matters: Hosting GlobalEM in the UAE positions Abu Dhabi as a central hub for innovation in electromagnetics and directed energy research.
The Directed Energy Research Center (DERC) received a US$1.5 million grant from the UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP). The grant was awarded at the UAEREP's 5th Cycle Awarding Ceremony in Abu Dhabi. DERC was recognized for its research on laser-induced rain and the development of a mobile high-power pulsed laser using remote sensing. Why it matters: This funding supports the development of sustainable, chemical-free rain enhancement technologies, addressing critical water security challenges in arid regions.
DERC is partnering with EPFL in Switzerland on a four-year project using EMTR and ML to study electromagnetic disturbance localization in PCBs. Professor Farhad Rachidi (EPFL) and Dr. Nicolas Mora (DERC) will mentor a PhD student. The collaboration builds on prior relationships between DERC researchers and Prof. Rachidi's lab. Why it matters: The partnership strengthens DERC's methodological expertise and international recognition in electromagnetic studies, potentially leading to further collaborations.
Communications Physics journal has a focus collection on space quantum communications. The collection covers supporting technologies, new quantum protocols, inter-satellite QKD, constellations of satellites, and quantum inspired technologies and protocols for space based communication. Contributions are welcome from October 20, 2020 to April 30, 2021, and accepted papers are published on a rolling basis. Why it matters: Space-based quantum communication is a critical area for developing secure, global quantum networks, and this collection could highlight relevant research for the GCC region as it invests in advanced technologies.