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Thursday, 14 May 2026
6:30PM - 8:00PM

SCIENCE TALK: TECHNOLOGY FOR MARINE CONSERVATION

Location: The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center

Join us for a science talk exploring the future of robotics, artificial intelligence, and ocean innovation, and discover how advanced technologies are transforming marine science, environmental research, and the world around us.

Note: Entrance is free. Spots are limited.

Agenda

6:30PM
Dr. Elise Marquis (The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center) - Introduction note

6:35PM - 6:55PM
Professor Giulia De Masi (SUAD) - Scaling Marine Monitoring: Bioinspired Multi-robot AI and collective Intelligence at Sea

6:55PM - 7:15PM
Professor Cesare Stefanini (MBZUAI) - Deployable Autonomous Robotic Systems for Underwater Environments

7:15PM - 7:35PM
Professor Irfan Hussain (KU) - Marine Robotics for Sustainable Ocean Ecosystems

7:35PM - 8:00PM
Q&A with Prof Giulia De Masi, Prof Cesare Stefanini & Prof Irfan Hussain