International Innovation & Invention Conference 2026 to Launch at Al Qasimia University in Sharjah Under the Patronage and Attendance of Sheikha Dr. Kholoud Humaid Al Qasimi
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The French International Center for Scientists and Inventors held a press conference on Thursday evening at the Al Massa Hall in the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Dubai to officially announce the launch of the International Innovation and Invention Conference 2026. The event is scheduled to take place at Al Qasimia University in Sharjah from 30–31 January and 1 February 2026, under the patronage and attendance of Sheikha Dr. Kholoud Humaid Al Qasimi.
The global scientific event is being organized jointly by the Center for Creativity and Innovation for Administrative Consultations and Training, and Saqr Al Shaheen Company for Exhibitions and Conferences, in collaboration with the French International Center for Scientists and Inventors.
Wide Participation and Remarkable Media Presence
The press conference witnessed a notable turnout, including:
Dr. Faisal Shaheen Al Hammadi – President of the French International Center for Scientists and Inventors in the UAE
Dr. Wafaa Shaheen Al Hammadi – Founder of the Center for Creativity and Innovation for Consultations and Training
Dr. Haifa Lateef – CEO of Saqr Al Shaheen for Exhibitions and Conferences
Representatives of the UAE Association for Creativity: Hajar Al Essa, Walid Al Haj, and Abrar Al Refai
Dr. Atta Abdulrahim from Al Qasimia University
The event also drew distinguished attendance from local, Arab, and international media outlets, along with supporting companies and sponsoring entities.
A Global Platform Bringing Together Scientists and Inventors
In his speech, Dr. Faisal Shaheen emphasized that the International Innovation and Invention Conference stands as a significant global platform that unites scientists and inventors from around the world under one roof.
He said:
> “Through this conference, we aim to enhance scientific exchange, create an interactive space to showcase the latest innovations and inventions, and stimulate the innovation ecosystem in the United Arab Emirates, which today has become a global hub for technology and knowledge.”
He added that the event will offer researchers and innovators a platform to present their projects before esteemed experts, decision-makers, and international companies dedicated to supporting innovation.
International Innovation Exhibition to Accompany the Event
A Platform for Showcasing Inventions and Expanding Global Collaboration
A major international exhibition will be held alongside the conference, offering inventors, researchers, and startups the opportunity to present their innovations to a global audience of interested visitors and investors. The exhibition is expected to host companies that support scientists and inventors, along with international associations specializing in innovation and project development.
Interactive Dialogue Sessions on the Future of Innovation
Insightful Discussions Featuring International Experts
The conference will feature a series of open dialogue sessions bringing together experts, inventors, and entrepreneurs to discuss the latest global trends in innovation and technology. These sessions will also explore forward-looking perspectives on how innovation can support sustainable development and enhance quality of life.
Supporting Scientific Talent and Strengthening Global Partnerships
Organizers affirm that the conference represents a valuable opportunity to attract global companies that support innovative ideas and projects, strengthen collaboration between science and industry, and contribute to advancing scientific research that benefits societies and drives human progress.
UAE: A Global Hub for Innovation and the Future
Hosting the conference in the United Arab Emirates underscores its growing status as a global destination for scientists and innovators, and as a nurturing environment for creative projects—aligning with the nation’s vision of a knowledge-based economy driven by research, development, and future technologies.
