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6/4/25, 1:27 PM Ajman University hosts ‘Research Day’ event
with autism. Marketing and management students analysed green consumer behavior in the UAE, while projects from the
College of Law addressed privacy rights and legal frameworks in digital environments.

Talking to Gulf Today participant students shared their vision.

Zahra Hazzaa Alabdouli, graduate in Mechanical Engineering said “My project is about collecting fresh water that naturally
forms on glass surfaces through condensation.

It’s a simple, eco-friendly way to harvest water—especially useful in humid places like the UAE.

The system can be used on various glass surfaces such as windows, solar panels, and greenhouses.

In addition to collecting water, it also helps remove dust from the surface, which means it can help maintain the efficiency of
solar panels over time and reduce the need for frequent window cleaning.”

Kareen Kazaz, Collage of Architecture, Art and Design and MSc in Urban Design paper titled “Assessing Urban Design
Factors for Walkable Area using Ewing and Handy’s walkability factors: evidence from Dubai.”

Highlighting the details, she said, “My research is about understanding what urban design factors affect walkability of low
rise outdoor areas in Dubai. I selected three areas in Dubai (City Walk, Al Seef, and Box Park) and conducted an opinion
questionnaire and a built environment analysis using a methodology derived from Ewing and Handy’s framework that
assesses walkability based on five urban design factors.”

“Our aim was to explain why some areas are more walkable than others and what are the relevant factors that pedestrians
take into consideration when walking in these areas.”

She further pointed that “I chose this topic is because we are seeing how Dubai and the UAE is aiming to become more
pedestrian friendly and it’s important to understand which factors in an urban design context affects walkability. “I had great
support from my supervisor Dr. Arar and of course my family. Especially my husband Jihad Chaouk who was always by my
side. Ajman university provided me with great access to research resources and the helpful guidance of my supervisor
Dr.Arar.

“My research is being published with the help of my supervise Dr. Arar and in my research I have made some
recommendations about how these urban design factors can help to improve with designing an urban low rise area,” she
added.

Sima Ahmad, graduate from Architecture Department said, “My graduation project is a transportation hub that connects
various modes of transit including the Dubai Rail, Etihad Metro, bus station, and taxi stands. The goal is to make movement
between the seven emirates easier and reduce traffic congestion,” she added. Responding a question, she mentioned, “The
design is inspired by fluidity and movement, aiming to reflect the smooth and seamless flow of people and transportation
throughout the hub. The project is located in Dubai South a strategic area that includes major landmarks like Al Maktoum
International Airport, Dubai Expo, and the Jebel Ali industrial area.”

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