The German Jordanian University (GJU), in collaboration with the Advanced Technologies Committee of the National Council for Future Technologies, organized a specialized panel discussion focusing on topics related to Physical Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomous Systems. The session was led by international expert Paul Mitchell, CEO of the ND Autonomous Challenge.
In his speech Prof. Alaaldeen Al-Halhouli, The university president emphasized the importance of this event, which reflects the joint commitment of both the university and the council to exploring emerging technologies and preparing a generation of students capable of keeping pace with rapid transformations in the field of technology. He noted that over the past two years, the university has updated its curricula to include components of Artificial Intelligence, Digital Literacy, and E-Learning, with a focus on project-based learning and applied scientific research.
On his part, Dr. Amjad Al-Abdallat, CEO of a startup in the field of AI, representative of the Crown Prince Foundation, and member of the National Council for Future Capabilities, stressed the need to develop advanced autonomous systems that meet market demands in vital sectors such as energy, logistics, and infrastructure. He pointed out that Jordan has the resources and ambition to become a regional leader in this field, and that the council is working towards establishing a Center of Excellence in Physical Artificial Intelligence.
For his part, expert Paul Mitchell expressed his admiration for the educational environment in Jordan and the passion and enthusiasm he witnessed among the students. He affirmed that the Kingdom has a strong foundation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and robotics, which are fields requiring high-level skills in quick thinking and working under pressure. He highlighted the promising opportunities for cooperation in training, joint scientific research, and participation in specialized international competitions.
Mitchell explained that the goal of the ND Autonomous Challenge is to unify the efforts of researchers and engineers worldwide through a shared research platform that promotes knowledge exchange and reduces duplication in technology development. He noted that the challenge goes beyond testing self-driving cars at high speeds, encompassing all components of the technical system, including sensors, computing systems, and communications. He concluded by affirming that Jordan is capable of becoming a major regional hub for the development of Physical AI technologies, transforming its universities into leading platforms for research and innovation.