Your Micro-Campus News #04

Bite-sized news for high school students

September 15, 2024

Summer was fun & school is back in full swing!!

Summer break is officially over & time to remember what day of the week it is… A special shout out to the innovators and students who shared their articles to be showcased in this month’s newsletter.This space is reserved for bite sized news for high school students to showcase their startups and or projects and read some quick information. Watch this spot for inspiration.Keep them coming ….appreciate all your support and positive notes. Follow @campustalkuae to receive frequent updates.

In Science  |  Origami & the brain

A must read for #students who plan to pursue the #Medical field. Glimpse into the future of #brain surgery. Read here.

In Science |  ‘Neffy’ Your needle free Option

Until now, epinephrine has only been available through an auto-injector pen –the EpiPen – which has caused barriers due to cost, shelf life, availability, and needles.Good news to many parents whose children suffer from food allergies and say their child has experienced a serious allergic reaction and didn’t use an epinephrine injection due to fear of the auto-injector, or needle. Read more here WebMD.(FDA approval pending…)

(Source-Webmd)

In Science  |  Inspiration Alert

#Maha#DubaiCollege

Meet Maha Nawaz, a student from #DubaiCollege who was recently named a Top 10 finalist for the #GlobalStudentPrize 2024 🏆. Maha aims to revolutionize assistive technology for individuals with disabilities through brain-computer interfaces and machine learning. Inspired by her brother Yousef, she developed two prosthetic prototypes: one controlled by Arduino for versatile hand grips and another using brainwave-reading algorithms for precise actions. She also volunteers with e-NABLE in her home country to provide 3D-printed hands and has shared her advocacy and personal insights in a TEDx talk.As Head of the Computer Science Society, Maha Nawaz dedicates five hours weekly to student workshops, guest speakers, and engineering kits. She introduced a mentor program covering 3D printing and C++ coding and led projects like a vending machine and a semiconductor model. Outside school, she organized a charity event for Nepalese schools and launched a school magazine and podcast to inspire curiosity. The list is limitless, and she has yet to break a sweat. Here's wishing her the best!
 

(Source-thenationalnews,globalteacherprize.org )Quick read on @campustalkuae 

  STEM |  Competition Alert

UAE IoT & AI Challenge

Huge opportunity for University students,High school students & Startups across the UAE. Your chance to showcase your innovative ideas in IoT, AI, and emerging technologies.Arab IoT & AI Challenge is a regional capacity-building and pre-incubation program for High School Students, Senior University Students and Startups that have innovative ideas in the areas of Internet of Things (IoT) & Artificial Intelligence (AI) and related fields.
Registration date deadline- September 20. More details available here.(Source-arabiotai)

In pics below:

Abu Dhabi's Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant will generate 25 percent of the electricity needs of the hot, desert Gulf state, where air-conditioning is ubiquitous.
DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates on Thursday announced the completion of the Arab world's first nuclear power plant, calling it a "significant step".

(Source-Profinancenews)

Calling all Tintin fans!! A reason to visit the #Lourve if you haven’t done so already. A replica of the Tintin moon rocket, which was launched to the International Space Station by Emirati astronaut Dr. Sultan Al Neyadi, (currently the Minister of State for Youth Affairs), has been unveiled at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Presently on show is the larger rocket, which is borrowed from the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris, next to the replica. (Source-Emiratitimes)

(Picture Source-thenationalnews)

Seriously Fun careers!

Here’s a fun fact: The careers you’ll have in the future don’t even exist yet. If your future business card would say-Environment Designer here’s what you would need to study & if you love the world of social media the next ones for you!

Meet Advaith & Arjun the #GEMS Modern Academy duo behind ‘Boyzbuildbots’. These brothers love to build stuff. “Our goal is to inspire kids to love Robotics by teaching them the basics in a fun and engaging way. We combine hands-on activities with kid-friendly explanations, emphasizing experimentation and enjoyment’ says Advaith currently in MYP 4. A huge shout out to these upcoming young entrepreneurs who have found their passion and want to educate others. So if you are aged 10 & above & looking for LEGO or Tech inspiration please knock on their doors or DM their insta. They currently offer:

  • Free introductory robotics sessions for kids

  • An insight into 3D design in Fusion360 to help visualize and simulate projects supported by 3D printers and laser cutters at their home (Parent monitored of course)

  • In the pipeline: YouTube tutorials and codes to GitHub

  • Next project: Automated irrigation system for Koi (pond) water.

Catch a ‘Glimpse’ of….

Meet Utkarsh from #DPS Dubai Campus from Team Glimpse on a mission to bring the world’s most captivating stories right to your inbox. As the Founder & CEO, he is driven by a passion for uncovering and sharing the remarkable tales that spark curiosity and ignite inspiration. Every week, this newsletter is a gateway to the most intriguing and thought-provoking narratives from across the globe.

#writer#newsletter

Glimpse, stands for Writing, Creativity, and Innovation. The goal is to craft a narrative that reflects these core values while showcasing the stories that make our world extraordinary. Dive into the weekly updates at glimpse.beehiiv.com and join him & his young team on a journey of discovery and wonder. If you find his narrative in your inbox you definitely will agree that there is a tangible proof of student ownership in each edition. Happy reading!

Attention High schoolers….Feel like you could make a difference in the society with your skills and help fellow students to "be their own strengths" ? Reach out to Meghna from Querencia- This young group works towards enhancing students' electoral literacy and public speaking through Youth Parliaments and an annual skill development summit covering banking literacy, digital marketing, mental wellness, and career counseling. Pioneers in offering paid internships for individuals under 18. They are open to students having no prior experience so create a simple resume & reach out to the roles offered in:

  1. IT and Design

  2. Delegate affairs

  3. Out reach and finance

  4. Research

  5. Conference Management

Details that are helpful to know:
📍DURATION - 01/10/2024 - 30/11/2024 ( 10 days of training period prior to commencement of internship)
📍MODE OF INTERNSHIP -Remote/online
📍TYPE OF INTERNSHIP - Paid (Yippee!!)
📍ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA- Grade 9 onwards

*Please conduct your due diligence before applying to any internship roles.

More information available in this form here- https://lnkd.in/erfGRkbm

Thank you for reading. This newsletter is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The material above is made available for students of all ages to access and utilize with their own due diligence.Please give your feedback--it will help me improve the next one. [email protected].