The sixth edition of the Youth Research Forum 2024, organized by Qatar University's Young Scientists Center (YSC) in collaboration with the Qatari National Commission for Education, Culture, and Science, signifies a significant step in leveraging innovation for the advancement of developing societies. Themed "Innovation for Developing Societies," the forum brought together a dynamic community of undergraduate and graduate students from Qatar, the GCC, and international universities, actively encouraging the participation of students with disabilities from various countries.
The forum successfully engaged young researchers, both male and female, from different corners of the world. A total of 430 papers and research posters were submitted, with 324 being accepted from over 22 countries, including Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iran, Iraq, Syria, Jordan, Palestine, Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Sudan, Somalia, Malaysia, France, Switzerland, Turkey, Russia, and others.
During the closing ceremony, Prof. Mariam Al Maadeed, QU's Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies, emphasized the forum's core missions of research, youth, and innovation as crucial foundations for progress and development. She highlighted the substantial growth since its inception six years ago, praising the forum as an appealing platform for youth globally.
In her speech, Prof. Al Maadeed expressed pride and admiration for the participating students, recognizing their potential to achieve valuable accomplishments in various research fields. She encouraged them to continue their journey of research and innovation, assuring them of continuous support and assistance in their pursuit of a knowledge-based future.
The forum commenced with an insightful exploration of the humanities and social sciences, where participants delved into the historical and contemporary impacts of innovation in this domain. Highlights included presentations on critical thinking, social innovation in education, and the incorporation of innovative practices into humanities research.
