Garayed recycles newspapers into handy school items
El-Lakany’s and Maher’s core theme was recycling; they wanted an idea that was also eco-friendly because it would have a positive impact on the community.
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Science and Technology
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AUC to launch first-of-its-kind solar energy specialization
“Egypt lies in the global Sunbelt, a group of 66 countries located within 35° of the Equator that have exceptional solar power. This makes the study of solar energy even more relevant, since Egypt has substantial potential,” said Allam
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Will the Ethiopian Grand Dam Secure Egypt’s Future Water Needs?
“Egypt is downstream from the principal source of Nile water, which is Ethiopia. Egypt is presently receiving about 55-60 billion cubic meters of water per year, depending on how much it rains in Ethiopia,” said Tutwiler.
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Amr Ashraf: The Technological Foodie
With a click of a few buttons, the order goes straight to the restaurants’ ordering screens.
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The Robot AUC Never Knew About
When switched on, the robot introduces himself by saying “hello, my name is Joe”. He can sense movement around him and moves his head accordingly. When called upon, Joe responds and blinks.
Joe can recognize Galal visually and welcomes him by saying “hi Boudy.”
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AUC Student Aims for Change through Online Radio
With the help of the internet and social media, the show has been expanding. The team is currently trying to figure out innovative ways to improve the show; recruiting new members has taken on strategic priority for future success.
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Petroleum Engineering Students Save Their Major
“A year ago, PENG students had written a petition to remove the chair and they succeeded. However, that was not our only problem; we did not have enough faculty and those we had were below standard,” says Mostafa Ragab, PENG graduate and current teacher assistant in the department.
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Adopt A Plot
Participants in the program found it increasingly satisfying to harvest their own food and then bring them home and distribute to family members.
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‘You Are Dead’ Anti-Smoking Campaign Raises Cancer Awareness
According to a 2004 National Cancer Institute study, nearly five per cent of all cancer-related deaths in Egypt are due to lung cancer.
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Are the Government’s Renewable Energy Targets Practical?
Tarek Selim, professor and chair of AUC’s Economics department, suggested that lowering interest rates for investors in the renewable energy sector could also prove effective in the establishment of a renewable energy market in Egypt.
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