Water – Vital Habitat, Fundamental Right, and Cultural Bridge

Water is one of our planet's most precious resources; yet the water sector faces interconnected challenges: climate change alters precipitation patterns and increases extreme weather events, while pollution degrades available supplies, leading to health issues and strained infrastructure. These pressures create urgent needs for both scientific analysis and policy solutions. How can societies balance ecosystem preservation with growing human demands? How can we ensure equitable and resilient access for all? How do water-related cultural traditions and knowledge systems foster mutual understanding between societies and contribute to sustainability approaches?

This breakthrough forum creates a platform for leading scholars from UoK and AGYA to present their research on water through intersected lenses: marine conservation, hydropower, wastewater treatment, legal frameworks, governance models, traditional knowledge systems, and shared heritage across societies.

A dynamic ‘3 Minutes, 3 Slides!’ format followed by Q&A sessions weaves together technical, legal, and cultural perspectives. This interactive structure not only showcases the diversity of expertise but also sparks dialogue, fosters connections, and lays the groundwork for meaningful research cooperation.

Moderated by Prof. Dr. Kashif Kifayat, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Uiversity of Khorfakkan, United Arab Emirates

Breakthrough Forums: Get inspired by cutting-edge research driving innovation

Breakthrough Forums provide a structured platform to showcase pioneering research shaped by bold thinking and ambitious questions. Leading scholars from Arab countries and Germany share their latest findings and innovative approaches that advance their fields, generate tangible impact and illustrate the value of collaboration across disciplines. As a catalyst for intellectual exchange, the forums feature formal keynote presentations, dynamic input sessions and moderated discussions to spark new research directions. Participating scholars and students are exposed to novel developments in cutting-edge research and get the chance to meet potential collaborators and mentors with the goal of inspiring future interdisciplinary cooperation.

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