SDG9: INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
In Saudi Arabia, the significance of Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9) is deeply rooted in the country's Vision 2030, a strategic roadmap for economic diversification and sustainable development. The Kingdom recognizes that a robust industrial base, continuous innovation, and modern infrastructure are pivotal for achieving long-term prosperity.
Saudi Arabia has been making substantial investments in upgrading its industrial sector to reduce dependency on oil revenue and encourage economic diversification. This includes initiatives to enhance manufacturing capabilities, promote research and development, and attract foreign investments in strategic industries. The focus is on fostering a knowledge-based economy that thrives on innovation and technological advancements.
Majmaah University plays a vital role in supporting these national objectives. The university contributes to the promotion of industry and innovation through its academic programs, research initiatives, and collaborations with industry partners. Majmaah University emphasizes STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) disciplines, preparing students for careers in fields that drive innovation and contribute to industrial development.
Research centers and laboratories at Majmaah University are dedicated to advancing knowledge in areas critical to industrial and technological progress. Faculty and students engage in projects that address real-world challenges, contributing valuable insights and solutions to enhance industrial processes and outcomes.
The university also plays a crucial role in nurturing an innovative mindset among its students. Entrepreneurship programs, innovation hubs, and incubators provide platforms for students to develop their ideas into viable projects and startups. This fosters a culture of creativity and entrepreneurship that aligns with the Kingdom's vision for a dynamic and diversified economy.
Infrastructure development is another focal point for Saudi Arabia, and Majmaah University aligns with this vision by ensuring that its campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. The university's commitment to modern infrastructure supports a conducive learning environment and facilitates research activities that contribute to technological advancements.
Through strategic partnerships with industry leaders and active participation in national development initiatives, Majmaah University serves as a catalyst for progress in Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. By nurturing talent, conducting cutting-edge research, and promoting an entrepreneurial spirit, the university plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of Saudi Arabia's industrial landscape.
Vice-Deanship of Scientific Research Studies Speech
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/departments/vice-rector-graduate-studies-and-scientific-research/77371
Praise be to Allah who taught the pen, the science of man unless he knows, and peace and blessings be upon our master, the Messenger of Allah, and on his family and companions. There are many thanks to God for this country, the most important of which is the existence of the two Holy Mosques in Makkah and Madinah, and then the natural and natural resources which have been the main engine of the human, urban and economic development since the establishment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by the leader of this renaissance founder King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud.
The continuity of science, education and care, and the provision of sound infrastructure to guarantee its continuity for decades and generations, in the belief that human construction must coincide with the building of the country and the scientific renaissance. After more than six decades of continuous and increasing interest in public education and higher education, the wise leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, wished to keep the Kingdom moving from an economy based on oil and natural resources to an economy driven by knowledge, innovation and investment in the system. In order to promote the building of a knowledge-based society, which will provide the Kingdom's continuous development through the national science and technology policy and the vision of the Kingdom's government to join the developed countries in science, technology and innovation by 2030.
Since the Council of Ministers approved the "National Comprehensive Policy of Science and Technology Long-term Kingdom" in 1423, which outlined the future direction of science, technology and innovation in the Kingdom, specific role of King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, universities, ministries and society.
One of the most important points of the national science and technology policy is planning, coordination and evaluation. Thus, the Science and Technology Unit at Majmaa University is an important part of the system of science and technology units established in Saudi universities and ministries under the direct supervision of King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology. It coordinates and manages programs and projects related to the scientific and technical activities at the University. National Transition Program 2020, emanating from the vision of the Kingdom 2030.
With the support of His Excellency Dr. Khalid Bin Saad Al Muqrin, the University's Rector, and under the direct supervision of the Vice-Rector for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Shaya, to provide the environment for innovation, development, creativity, human resources, scientific, technical and research capabilities, In order to develop its systems and mechanisms and guide them
towards national priorities and needs, in the belief of the role of the University of Majmaa as a nucleus of Saudi higher education in supporting the national march of science and technology.
Unit of Scientific Research
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/colleges/college-of-applied-medical-sciences/29273
About the Unit:
This Unit encourages scientific competencies to keep pace with the rapid progress of science and technology, and pushes them towards creativity, innovation, the development of scientific research and towards addressing the local community and international issues in the field of AppliedMedical Sciences .
Scientific Research Unit Tasks:
1. Coordinating with the units of the College in all relevant fields.
2. Supporting College research activities and developing its research capacity as well.
3. Developing research strategy and plan along with its implementation mechanisms in College
4. Obtaining financial support for research from the university as well as from outside funders.
5. Coordinating with the Deanship of Scientific Research in the University, the research center in the Faculty and other research institutions for conducting research and getting some support for them.
6. Encouraging the establishmentof excellent scientific chairs or excellent research centers. 7. The implementation of referred topics regarding scientific research.
8. Constantly updating the Unit's web-page at the College's site.
9. carrying out all duties assigned to it by the Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research.
Agreement of the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/deanships/deanship-of-information-technology/176951
The university signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, in order to enhance strategic cooperation in multiple fields through which experiences and information are exchanged between the two sides, in addition to cooperation in the implementation of advisory and technical services, and the provision of support services.
On this occasion, His Excellency the President of the University, Dr. Khalid bin Saad Al-Muqrin, thanked the Ministry, represented by His Excellency the Minister, for activating partnerships between the various government agencies, reviewing the university's mission in serving the educational system, pointing out that the university is concerned with the technical aspect, and that it is classified as one of the best Saudi universities in activating technology in all its work, and all workers in this field are from the homeland.
His Excellency noted the support received by the university from the state, may God protect it, to achieve its mission in educating its students and refining their talents, hoping that this cooperation with the Ministry will be a good building block in the development of industrial work in the Kingdom in order to achieve the aspirations of the wise leadership.
His Excellency expressed his happiness at signing this agreement to provide the university's knowledge and expertise to serve the country through its various sectors, including cooperation with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources.
Industrial Innovation Centers
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/departments/vice-rector-graduate-studies-and-scientific-research/75616
Date:
Start of submission 2017/4/30 - End of submission 2017/7/1
Description:
A new strategic program in the national research and development support system to create links between universities and private sector institutions to support localization efforts through technical development
General Objective:
Conducting high-quality research geared towards solving the problems faced by the industry through research partnerships between industrial institutions and research institutions, and providing results-focused research led by industrial sectors, which contributes to the development of products and services that contribute to raising the competitiveness of national companies and thus upgrading local content.
Sub-objectives:
Provide solutions to the problems faced by the industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Connecting researchers with industry to focus R&D efforts to improve local content.
Encourage and facilitate the participation of the industrial sector in R&D partnerships.
Encourage and facilitate the participation of the industrial sector in R&D partnerships.
Scientific fields:
- waters
- Energy
- Oil & Gas
- Petrochemicals & Materials
- Medicine & Health
- Aerospace and aviation
- Agriculture & Food Industries
- Building & Construction
- Electronics & ICT
- environment
- Defence & Security
- transportation
Beneficiaries:
Researchers at universities, national research centers and industrial institutions
The College of Engineering in cooperation with the King Salman Institute for Studies and Consulting Services holds a lecture entitled: How to start your own factory?
https://www.mu.edu.sa/ar/news/63776
Within the entrepreneurship programs at the College of Engineering for the academic year 1437/1438 AH, and in cooperation with the King Salman Institute for Studies and Consulting Services at the university, and under the patronage of His Excellency the Dean of the College of Engineering, Dr. Abdullah bin Abdul Mohsen Al-Abdulkarim, and in the presence of His Excellency the Vice Dean of the College of Engineering for Quality and Development Affairs, Dr. Abdullah bin Ali Al-Muhaisen, the General Manager of Al-Khalifa Factory, Eng. Muhammad Saleh Al-Khalifa, gave a scientific lecture entitled: How to start your own factory? , in the hall of engineering clubs in the College of Engineering. Before the start of the scientific lecture, His Excellency the Dean of the College of Engineering welcomed Eng. Mohammed bin Saleh Al-Khalifa, and introduced the attendees to the scientific and practical experiences of the guest, and His Excellency welcomed the attendees of students and faculty members, and promised them to continue the series of educational scientific lectures in the field of entrepreneurship, and in all engineering affairs of interest to students of the College of Engineering. Eng. Mohammed bin Saleh Al-Khalifa expressed his sincere thanks and gratitude to His Excellency the Dean of the College of Engineering for the hospitality and good reception at the College of Engineering, and expressed his happiness to be among the students of the College to provide them with his practical experience in the field of engineering industries. The lecturer dealt with the topic of distinguishing work in the field of industry from the field of trade, and the impact of encouraging work in the industrial sector in supporting the national economy, using the country's resources, as well as manufacturing them, and employing the local labor force of engineers, technicians and experts. Then the lecturer talked in detail about the different stages of establishing a factory from the moment of receiving material financing to the beginning of production successfully, which includes the axes of the economic feasibility study, passing through the selection of qualified employees and suppliers, then the stage of operation and control of product quality and performance, the development of production methods and the expansion of work, then the stage of marketing and sales by ensuring cooperation with large companies, and when selling on time, and adhering to the delivery dates of products, because of the positive impact on raising The level of industrial reputation in the market. At the end of the lecture, the lecturer opened the way to receive questions and inquiries by the attending students, and answered their inquiries, where the audience praised the great benefit they obtained for the scientific lecture.
The College of Business Administration and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Majmaah visit Sudair City for Industry and Business
In order to inform students of the College of Business Administration about the available opportunities that can be used to enter the world of industry and business. On Sunday, 26/3/1438 AH, represented by the Entrepreneurship Club, headed by the club's supervisor, Mr. Khalid bin Abdulrahman Aba Hussein, the president of the club, the student Abdul Karim bin Abdul Mohsen Al-Asmari, and some of the college students, in coordination and accompanied by a delegation from the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Majmaah, headed by the Secretary General of the Chamber, Mr. Abdullah Al-Jawan, and the Chamber's Young Businessmen Committee, headed by Eng. Tariq Al-Haidari, where they were received by Eng. Walid Al-Buhairi, the technical supervisor of Sudair City for Industry and Business.
The visit began in the main building of the city and to learn about the most prominent services provided, then an extensive tour and see what the city includes of factories, where Al-Buhairi explained and clarified the development of the city in the existing factories and the acceleration in the completion rates of the factories under implementation, which gave a positive impression to our students and the visiting delegation heralds the existence of industries and businesses that contribute to creating new job opportunities for the people of Majmaah Governorate, and support and enhance economic activities to diversify sources of income in a way that achieves trends Our wise governments included in Vision 2030 and the National Transformation Program 2020
His Excellency the Dean of the College, Dr. Saad bin Muhammad Al-Fulaih, praised this visit, which is the most important way to provide our students with many new innovative ideas for many auxiliary industries and support services that can be translated into successful productive projects.
From this standpoint, His Excellency the Dean of the College, Dr. Saad bin Muhammad Al-Fulaih, thanked the technical supervisor at Sudair City for Industry and Business, Eng. Walid Al-Buhairi, for their warm reception during their visit and for providing the opportunity to see the city and their great admiration for what they saw through their tour, and thanks to the Secretary-General of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Majmaah, Mr. Abdullah Al-Jawan, and the Chamber's Young Businessmen Committee, headed by Eng. Tariq Al-Haidari, for their fruitful cooperation and accompanying them on the visit with the College of Business Administration and the coordination they made with the officials of Sudair City for Industry and Business. , which reflects the enhancement of its role in serving the local community, and thanks to the supervisor of the Entrepreneurship Club at the college, Mr. Khaled Aba Hussein, the President of the Student Entrepreneurship Club, Abdul Karim bin Abdul Mohsen Al-Asmari, and his fellow club members in achieving the interest of students and taking care of the practical aspects that complement the theoretical aspects of the student.
The College of Engineering in cooperation with the King Salman Institute for Studies and Consulting Services holds a lecture entitled "How to Start Your Own Factory"
The College of Engineering in cooperation with the King Salman Institute for Studies and Consulting Services holds a lecture entitled "How to Start Your Own Factory"
Within the entrepreneurship programs at the College of Engineering for the academic year 1437/1438 AH, and in cooperation with the King Salman Institute for Studies and Consulting Services at Majmaah University, and under the patronage of His Excellency the Dean of the College of Engineering, Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulmohsen Al-Abdulkarim, and in the presence of His Excellency the Vice Dean of the College of Engineering for Quality and Development Affairs, Dr. Abdullah bin Ali Al-Muhaisen, the General Manager of Al-Khalifa Factory, Eng. Muhammad Saleh Al-Khalifa, gave a scientific lecture entitled "How to Start Your Own Factory" on Tuesday 29/2/1438 AH corresponding to 29/11/2016 AD at the Engineering Clubs Hall at the College of Engineering.
Before the start of the scientific lecture, His Excellency the Dean of the College of Engineering welcomed Eng. Mohammed bin Saleh Al-Khalifa to the College of Engineering, and introduced the attendees to the scientific and practical experiences of the guest, and welcomed the attendees from students and faculty members, and promised them to continue the series of educational scientific lectures in the field of entrepreneurship and in all engineering affairs of interest to students of the College of Engineering.
Eng. Mohammed bin Saleh Al-Khalifa expressed his sincere thanks and gratitude to His Excellency the Dean of the College of Engineering for the hospitality and good reception at the College of Engineering, and expressed his happiness to be among the students of the College to provide them with his practical experience in the field of engineering industries.
The lecturer dealt with the distinction of work in the field of industry from the field of trade, and the impact of encouraging work in the industrial sector in supporting the national economy, using and manufacturing the country's resources, and employing local manpower of engineers, technicians and experts.
Then the lecturer talked in detail about the different stages of establishing a factory from the moment of receiving material funding to the beginning of production successfully, which includes the axes of the economic feasibility study, through the selection of qualified employees and suppliers, then the stage of operation, product quality control, performance, development of production methods and expansion of work, then the stage of marketing and sales by ensuring cooperation with large companies, the promise of deferred sale and commitment to product delivery dates, because of its positive impact on raising the level of industrial reputation in the market.
At the end of the lecture, the lecturer opened the way to receive questions and inquiries by the attending students, and answered their inquiries, where the attendees praised the great benefit they obtained for the scientific lecture.
A team from the Deanship of Information Technology visits Huawei
A team from the Deanship of Information Technology, represented by the Vice Dean for Technical Affairs, Dr. Fawz Al-Harbi, and a team from the Networks Department visited Huawei on Tuesday 24/5/1438 AH to see the latest versions of technology used in the world of communications provided by the company, which the Deanship seeks to search for to build a new data center in the university city and the backup data center, and the use of modern technology in laboratories Virtual desktop infrastructure VDI, which revolves around the use of regular operating systems "such as The university has previously worked with Huawei in the Faculty of Computer and Information at Majmaah University by equipping network rooms and classrooms and monitoring a modern IP telephony communication system. In cooperation with a specialized team from the Deanship of Information Technology and training a number of employees in the Deanship in the parent company on all the company's systems to fix the malfunctions directly without the need to refer to the company directly.
