MBRSC Selects UAEU Team for Try Zero-G Finals
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has officially confirmed that a team from United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) will represent the UAE in the final round of the Asian Try Zero-G 2025 competition. Organized in partnership with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and other space organizations from the Asia-Pacific region, the competition aims to spark innovation in microgravity research among university students.
This year, MBRSC evaluated 17 proposals submitted by 74 students from eight different universities across the UAE. After a rigorous internal selection process, three teams were shortlisted. Ultimately, the UAEU team secured its place among the final 11 teams from nine countries. The concluding phase of the competition is scheduled to take place between late 2025 and early 2026.
UAEU Students to Conduct Harmonic Motion Experiment in Space
The selected UAEU project focuses on investigating harmonic motion and damping effects in a microgravity setting. By studying how physical systems behave without Earth’s gravitational influence, the students hope to contribute to future space applications and research. Although gravity shapes most experiments on Earth, microgravity offers a unique perspective one that may lead to breakthroughs in understanding mechanical systems.
The student team includes Hamdan Almeqbaali, Akio Alnajjar, Ahoud Alkaabi, Hessa Alghaithi, Mariam Alnuaimi, and Wedemah Alnuaimi, all from the College of Engineering. Notably, their project was chosen from entries submitted by 500 universities around the world.
MBRSC’s Continued Commitment to Scientific Growth
MBRSC highlighted its ongoing mission to promote scientific learning and youth engagement through practical experiences. “Through such initiatives, the Center aims to offer young talents meaningful opportunities to contribute to real-world research and gain hands-on experience in space science,” the Center stated. This effort not only supports national education goals but also strengthens the UAE’s role in international space collaboration.
By backing programs like Asian Try Zero-G, MBRSC ensures that aspiring scientists have access to platforms where their ideas can take flight literally. As a result, students gain direct exposure to global space challenges while developing the skills required for a future in STEM.
