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Sohar University, through co-working with China, is set to open up an advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lab that will promote AI technology development and foster innovation in Oman. 
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The partnership involves the International Centre for Higher Education &amp; Innovation (ICHEI) and the Southern University of Sciences and Technology (SUSTech) in China. This is a great move for Sohar University as it strives to lead in AI and technological innovation. 
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 The ICHEI aims to establish an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lab at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SoharUniversity?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#SoharUniversity</a> supported by those Chinese enterprises that are specialized in modern AI technologies. This Lab will be a Centre of Excellence, as the ICHEI-Sohar University AI Lab in Oman. <a href="https://t.co/aBuzs9xse8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/aBuzs9xse8</a>— Sohar University (@Soharuniv) <a href="https://twitter.com/Soharuniv/status/1809845331028516971?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">July 7, 2024</a>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="sohar-university-drives-ai-innovation-with-new-lab">Sohar University drives AI innovation with new lab</h2> 
Sohar University is establishing the AI Lab as part of a broader strategy to boost technological capabilities and innovation. The lab is designed to be a Centre of Excellence, focusing on the development and application of Artificial Intelligence. This initiative aligns with global trends in AI research, positioning Oman as a potential hub for AI innovation in the region. 
The visit from the Chinese delegation also included discussions on sustainable development and green campuses. This shows Sohar University’s strong commitment to embedding sustainability into its educational and research activities. Such efforts are expected to be met by the AI Lab by exploring artificial intelligence interventions that support sustainable practices and green technologies. 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="sohar-university-integrates-ai-and-sustainability">Sohar University integrates AI and sustainability</h2> 
The establishment of the AI Lab goes beyond just being an improvement in technology but it also looks into encouraging invention leading to meeting sustainable development goals. By working together with top Chinese institutions, such as SUSTech, Sohar University taps into a deep knowledge base in artificial intelligence and other related fields. This collaboration is expected to yield significant advancements in AI research and applications, benefiting both the academic community and society at large. 
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Discussions on green campuses and sustainable development highlight the university’s comprehensive approach to education and research. By integrating sustainability into its initiatives concerning artificial intelligence, Sohar University demonstrates how technology can co-exist with environmental responsibility. This approach is anticipated to attract further collaborations and investments, enhancing the university’s role in the global educational and research landscape. 
Supported by its Chinese partners, Sohar University’s AI Lab is set to become a leading center for AI innovation and sustainable development. This initiative marks an era which will see the institution’s transformation and application of AI technologies in a unique manner within the region. 
Cryptopolitan reporting by Chris Murithi

Sohar University to establish AI Lab with Chinese support

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