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Sultan Al Neyadi participates in studying the effect of microgravity on sleep

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Sultan Al Neyadi participates in studying the effect of microgravity on sleep

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Center announced that Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi will participate in an important scientific experiment aimed at studying the sleep patterns of astronauts in a microgravity environment while on board the International Space Station. Conducted in collaboration with the European Space Agency and the National Center for Space Research in France and the University Hospital Center in Toulouse.

The experiment, called “Dreams,” uses the DRY EEG system. During the experiment, the astronaut wore a head-mounted device to capture a collection of sleep cycle periods, heart rate changes during sleep, and other sleep-related data. Main functions.

Commenting on Al Neyadi’s participation in the experiment, Adnan Al Raez, the Emirates Astronaut Program’s Saeed Tamoh 2 mission director, said: “This experiment will help improve our understanding of the human body’s ability to adapt to a microgravity environment. The agency is collaborating with the European Space Agency and the National Center for Space Research in France and Toulouse. The experiment, conducted by Al Neyadi in collaboration with the University Hospital Center, is critical to the success of long-term space missions, including future missions to the Moon and Mars.

He continued, “We are proud of the contributions the UAE has made to benefit the global scientific community and participate in research and experiments that contribute to ensuring a better future for humanity.”

For his part, Sébastien Bart, Assistant Director of Exploration and Human Spaceflight at France’s National Space Research Centre, said: “The International Space Station is an advanced scientific laboratory and a place for international collaboration. The DREAMS experiment was developed as part of the French contribution to the mission by ESA astronaut Thomas Pesquet during the ALPHA mission. We at the National Center for Space Studies in France are delighted that astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi will continue to work on this experiment, and it is a great example of the importance of international cooperation in the field of scientific research and space exploration.

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The impact of space travel on the vital, mental and behavioral functions of astronauts is an important research area within the framework of the “DREAMS” experiment, where astronauts live in unique conditions on the International Space Station, especially their exposure to 16 sunrises and sunsets per day, which greatly affects their health. The experiment aims to provide scientific results to help plan and improve treatments for mental health problems caused by the conditions surrounding astronauts, with the aim of improving sleep quality and general health during long-duration space missions.

The results of this experiment will be housed aboard the International Space Station, where the scientific community will continue to collect data on sleep and neuroscience in space, while the experiment will include a measure of commitment to the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center. With human space exploration.

It is noteworthy that the UAE Astronaut Program managed by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Center is one of the projects funded by the Information and Communication Technology Fund of the Communications and Digital Government Authority. Department of Information and Communication Technology.

• The experiment was conducted in collaboration with the European Space Agency and the National Center for Space Research in France and the University Hospital Center in Toulouse.

• The experiment aims to improve sleep quality and general health of astronauts during long-duration space missions.

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Maryam Al Muhairi: The COP28 conference is a turning point to advance climate action in the next decade

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Maryam Al Muhairi: The COP28 conference is a turning point to advance climate action in the next decade

On the closing day of the “Climate Future Week” activities at the Museum of the Future, Her Excellency Maryam Al Muhairi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, emphasized the importance of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. (COP28), which will witness the first global outcomes to assess progress in implementing the goals of the Agreement. The Paris Climate Action, will also help climate action efforts, including developing measures to close gaps in progress.

Through a video recorded as part of the Climate Future Week events, Her Highness Al Maryam Al Muhairi emphasized the UAE’s commitment to climate action, noting that the COP28 conference should be a turning point in advancing the climate action process over the next decade.

The UAE has always been at the forefront of reducing emissions, and highlighted the country’s commitment to sustainability in addition to protecting its natural resources, Al Muhairi said, noting that the UAE was the first to report climate change in the region. Neutral targets by 2050.

Her Excellency Al Muhairi pointed out that the UAE aims to reduce emissions by 40% by 2030, stressing the importance of cooperation between governments, industries and social partners that comprise the country’s approach to climate action.

His Excellency Al Muhairi concluded his speech by emphasizing the UAE’s desire to make its next session (COP28) the most comprehensive Conference of the Parties, highlighting the Conference’s four-pillar action plan for the achievement of an orderly, fair and responsible transition in the energy sector, and the development of climate finance mechanisms, people, Focused on improving lives and livelihoods, the conference is comprehensive and solutions driven.

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The event coincides with the Year of Sustainability and the UAE’s preparations to host the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) in Dubai at the end of next November.

Honorable Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, appointed President of the Conference of the Parties (COP28), and His Excellency Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak, President of the United Nations Climate Change Conference for the Conference of the Parties (COP28) and President of the International Union for Conservation of Nature, and later the United Nations Framework on Climate Change He spoke at a special dialogue session to highlight the latest preparations for holding the twenty-eighth session of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention. In Dubai in November, the session was facilitated by Dubai Abulhol, CEO of Fikr Foundation, and His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications. Prime Minister’s Office in the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs and many other dignitaries.

The “Climate Future Week” conference organized by the “Future Museum” was attended by several ministers and government officials to discuss the most important future opportunities, experiences, initiatives and solutions in the field of environment and sustainability and to address climate change. The main sessions, which were held over 3 days (September 26, 27 and 30), concluded today, Saturday.

The dialogue was followed by a “Climate Startup Council” event where the experiences of entrepreneurs in various fields including sustainable water production, smart agriculture, innovation in waste management, carbon footprint and other important environmental and climate topics were discussed.

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The “Climate Future Week” event was held in collaboration with Fikr Foundation, with key participation of professionals interested in the fields of environment, sustainability and climate change. Department for environmental protection, climate change and natural resource management and development of the country. As a hub for global conversations affecting the future of the planet.

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Abu Dhabi Police school bus drivers must adhere to 5 rules

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Abu Dhabi Police school bus drivers must adhere to 5 rules

Abu Dhabi Police requires school bus drivers to observe five rules, ensuring the safety of students while taking them to and from school, not using the phone while driving the school bus, maintaining the legal speed, maintaining the bus before moving off, and using the stop lever when students board and disembark. and Fastening the Belt.Student Safety.

Pay attention and pay attention while driving, pay attention to pedestrians, road signs and its surroundings, follow the instructions of traffic workers and follow them, and avoid accidents. Promote positive behavior among drivers and introduce laws and regulations to protect the safety of students on their way to and from school.

Five tasks have been identified for male and female invigilators to ensure that the students are seated, to remain calm while the bus is running, to monitor their safety while boarding and alighting the bus, and to contact the concerned authorities in case of emergency. Students were ejected from the bus during its final stop.

Abu Dhabi Police has called on school bus supervisors and drivers to adhere to traffic laws, noting that they have conducted several awareness workshops for school bus drivers and supervisors.

The Directorate of Traffic and Patrols at the Abu Dhabi Police General Command implemented the “Back to School” initiative at the start of the academic year within the framework of a nationwide federal campaign under the slogan “Our Children Hope”.

It emphasized its interest in improving traffic awareness among drivers by implementing activities and traffic awareness programs as part of efforts aimed at improving responsibility for following traffic rules and regulations and reducing the causes leading to traffic accidents and resulting deaths. Serious injuries.

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He emphasized on the need to observe complete stopping of vehicles when the stop arm is opened for buses at a distance of not less than five meters (in both directions) to avoid penalty. Dh1,000 and 10 traffic points for buses carrying school children if drivers do not stop when they see a stop sign.

It also stressed the importance of raising awareness among families on traffic safety and the importance of providing a safe environment for school students, awareness programs on pedestrian safety, focusing on nothing but the road, and wearing seat belts while driving. Leave adequate safety distance when standing behind school buses.

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Urology conference discusses development of clinical skills and training in techniques

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Dr. Abdul Qader Al Jarouni, President of the Emirates Urological Society and Chairman of the 12th Emirates Urology Conference and 20th Asian Conference, confirmed Dubai’s efforts to host it for the first time in the Middle East and Gulf countries. Especially due to the lack of female elements, pointing to a comprehensive vision and training the current generation of doctors in the right scientific foundations, he pointed out a significant increase in the number of specialized doctors at that time.

He told Al-Bayan at the opening ceremony of the conference held yesterday in front of 2,500 doctors from 75 countries at the Conrad Dubai Hotel and modern equipment in all sub-disciplines in kidney diseases and urinary tract surgeries. Lectures on the use of robotics, fertilization, artificial intelligence and pediatric diseases.

Al Jaroni touched on prostate cancer, which mainly affects people over 50 years of age or those with a family history, considering early detection as the most important means of complete treatment and recovery, especially when treatments are available in the country. .

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Touching on the objectives of the conference and its expected outcomes, he said, “One day it is absolutely necessary to intensify the work on day surgery and emphasize the importance of prevention of diseases related to urinary tract. field through the exchange of experience among doctors and experts from different countries of the world.”

He said that the conference will be accompanied by a special scientific exhibition in which more than 65 international organizations will participate to showcase the latest scientific discoveries in the field of urology and a men’s health conference in mid-December. One of the important conferences on the map of health events in the country.

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Dr. Yasser Al-Saeedi, vice president of the association, said the conference, which will end today, focuses on developing clinical skills and training on the latest technologies and modern equipment in all subspecialties in kidney diseases and urinary tract surgeries.

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