STARS OF SCIENCE REVEALS SEASON 16 WINNER

Yaman Tayyar claims the title of Top Arab Innovator on Qatar Foundation’s edutainment show.

Season 16 of Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Stars of Science – the region’s leading platform for fostering scientific innovation and entrepreneurship among Arab youth – concluded in a thrilling finale, with Yaman Tayyar from Syria, crowned as the Top Arab Innovator. Following several jury deliberations and an enthusiastic wave of public support through online voting, Tayyar claimed the prestigious title and secured a share of the Grand Prize.

Host Khalid Aljumaily announced the result with ‘Geno’ microfluidic mixer, designed to produce lipid nanoparticles for gene therapy, standing out for its innovation and its potential to make gene therapy more accessible. Upon being announced the winner, Tayyar said:

“None of this would have been possible without Stars of Science. Their support allowed me to achieve in three months what I thought would take a year. I’m grateful to have developed a fully functioning product ready for field testing, and having the validation of experts in my field makes this win even more meaningful. This is the start of something bigger, the beginning of a journey filled with innovation, and I’m deeply thankful to everyone who helped me reach this stage. This is just the first of many milestones to come.”

Second place was awarded to Haytham Yahyaoui from Tunisia for ‘NeuroVox’, an Alzheimer’s early detection app, which uses AI and machine learning to diagnose early-stage Alzheimer’s by analyzing linguistic and acoustic aspects of recorded voices.

Dr. Jack Lau, President of Qatar Science & Technology Park, commented: “I am incredibly proud of each finalist for their dedication and groundbreaking work this season. Their innovations not only showcase the limitless potential of science and technology but also serve as a testament to the talent and vision of our region’s young innovators. Watching them grow through the Stars of Science journey has been inspiring. At Qatar Science & Technology Park, we believe in empowering these bright minds to become the leaders and inventors of tomorrow, shaping a future where innovation drives real-world impact across our communities.”

Are you ready to become the next Arab innovator and leave your mark on the world? Joining the ranks of innovators shaping the future through remarkable products and success stories is possible today. Apply now for season 17 of Stars of Science before the deadline, 31 December 2024, and take your first step toward making a real impact. Applicants can submit their applications on starsofscience.com.