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9/12/24, 1:45 PM MBRKA’s Board of Trustees reviews award nominations and discusses development proposals
Arab Emirates University (UAEU); Prof. Mohamed Osman Elkhosht, former President of Cairo
University; Prof. Alexander Zehnder, representing Nanyang Technological University; and Dr.

Alan Goodman, CEO of the Institute of International Education (IIE).
Additionally, the meeting was attended by members of the advisory council: Dr. Olov Amelin,

Director of the Jamtli Museum of Sweden; Prof. Nick Rawlins, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Chinese at
the University of Hong Kong; and David Bennett, Vice President of Development and Alumni

Relations at Howard University.
During the meeting, H.E. Jamal bin Huwaireb delivered a speech, reaffirming that the pursuit

and acquisition of learning are fundamental to building a knowledge economy and improving
the human condition. He further highlighted that knowledge is one of the most significant
factors for social development as well as the ideal path towards sustainable and inclusive

development.
Furthermore, he commended the persistent efforts made by the Board of Trustees and

advisors of the MBRKA, which was launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid
Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The key

objective is to identify and honor organizations and individuals who made remarkable
contributions in the fields of knowledge, education, and scientific research, and those who

contributed to communities and people through their intellectual achievements and
exceptional efforts.

In addition, he emphasized the positive and beneficial role that the awards play in promoting
innovation and excellence in the areas of science, technology, education, and knowledge.

These awards also recognize innovative scientific and intellectual figures as well as
international institutions that have contributed to the advancement of science and benefitted
societies globally through their genuine contributions to knowledge.

During the meeting, a proposal made by H.E. Bin Huwaireb was also discussed, revolving on
the need to pay particular attention to the digital transformation of knowledge, considering the

growing significance of artificial intelligence (AI) in disseminating both true and false
information as well as the difficulties brought up by AI. It also included a general discussion on

the subjects to be covered in the MBRKA categories starting from this year’s edition, possible
nominees for the MBRKA 2024, and ways to improve winners’ participation and role in

knowledge-sharing.
Launched in 2014, the MBRKA aims to honor the world’s knowledge pioneers and highlight
their outstanding accomplishments and significant contributions to a range of knowledge

fields. It focuses on aspects of knowledge, development, innovation, leadership, and

creativity, as well as the development of educational institutions, scientific research,
communication technology, printing, publishing, and both paper and electronic documentation.

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