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In the presence of a distinguished international academic audience, Dr. Ahmad Bani Younes, Director of the Center of Excellence for Innovative Projects at the Jordan University of Science and Technology, participated as a keynote speaker at the 8th International Conference on Applied Electrical Engineering and Computing Technology (AEECT 2026), organized by the Jordan Chapter of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) – Jordan, with the participation of a select group of researchers, academics, students, and industry representatives from Jordan and around the world. The three-day event took place from July 28 to 30, 2026, at the Royal Hotel in the capital, Amman, where the latest research and developments were discussed across seven main themes, including biomedical engineering, communications, signal processing, and computer networks; control, robotics, and mechatronics; cybersecurity; data science and artificial intelligence; electronics engineering and nanotechnology; as well as sustainable energy, power systems, and smart grids, with the aim of strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise through keynote lectures, specialized scientific sessions, and presentations of research papers, as well as a number of workshops and a technology exhibition.

 On the second day of the conference, Dr. Ahmad Bani Younes delivered the keynote address titled:

Data-Driven Innovation: From Concept to Intelligent Robotics and Space.

During his presentation, he shared a forward-looking vision on the use of data and artificial intelligence to transform research ideas and concepts into pioneering smart applications in the fields of robotics and space technology, emphasizing that data-driven innovation is a cornerstone for developing future technologies and strengthening the scientific research ecosystem and technological leadership. The selection of Dr. Ahmad Bani Younes as a keynote speaker at this international conference underscores his distinguished scientific standing and highlights the leading role played by the Jordan University of Science and Technology in supporting scientific research and innovation, as well as in strengthening the presence of its researchers in international scientific forums.

This achievement is in line with the vision of the Jordan University of Science and Technology and the mission of the Center of Excellence for Innovative Projects to foster a culture of creativity and innovation, build effective scientific and research partnerships, and empower researchers and innovators to contribute to the production of knowledge and the development of technological solutions that serve society and meet the demands of the future. The Center of Excellence for Innovative Projects expresses its pride in this significant participation, which reflects the university's ongoing commitment to academic and research excellence and strengthens its presence on the regional and international scientific stage.