Applied Research focuses on practically solving the problems that societies face in the pursuit of creating highly livable environments. As an applied educational institution, HCT aims to support applied research so as to discover or create solutions which address societal needs, particularly in the seven fields of the National Innovation Strategy, namely Technology, Space, Water,…
Project Title: The detection dogs test is more sensitive than Real-time PCR in screening for SARS-CoV-2
The Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (SARS-CoV2) is a novel virus causing the COVID-19 pandemic. With the documented success of canine olfaction in detecting human disease, we evaluated the use of trained detection dogs for the screening of the COVID-19 virus in asymptomatic individuals. From…
Project Title: Efficiency Enhancement of Solar Cells using Photonic Crystal
In this project, we designed and patterned one-dimensional photonic crystals on the surface of an ultraviolet-light-emitting diode (UV-LED). Compared to a control device, the ultraviolet UV-LED, with the patterned photonic crystals, exhibits enhancement in light output power and external quantum efficiency by a factor of…
Project Title: A Hybrid Virtual Reality and Robot-based Social Assistant for Autistic Children
This project aims at utilizing current research findings to develop a robot-based intervention that supports the therapy of improving the communication, emotional and academic deficits of children with autism. The proposed solution should reduce autism therapy costs, develop a comprehensive intervention solution that aids diverse…
Project Title: Research Education and Literacy for Educators in Times of Change
Post-pandemic, higher education institutions (HEIs) are in dire need to re-skill their educators to prepare for a different type of educational experience. Although HEIs actively seek out professional development opportunities to equip faculty with the knowledge, skills and competencies required to achieve institutional Key Performance…
Project Title: Turning waste into wealth: Assessment of date palm pit derived growth promoting and immunoprophylactic feed for aquaculture
The project aims to investigate the potential use of date palm pits as growth and immunoprophylactic additives for fish feed. Phoenix dactylifera, or the date palm, is of significant religious, cultural and nutritional importance to the UAE and the GCC, at large. In the past…
Project Title: Efficiency comparison among the best local solar panel brands
The UAE solar energy sector has a promising future, as renewable energy in general is part of the UAE government’s vision. In this project, we will focus on photovoltaic panels, which are a source of DC current, dependent on sunlight or other radiation. The two…
Project Title: Smart Medical Wearable Electronics (eTextile)
In the era of the Internet of Things (IoT) and the 4th Industrial Revolution, modern wearable electronic devices, and their communication networks, are found throughout modern society, changing every aspect of our daily lives. The progress of digitalization, including miniaturization of sensor technology, and the…
Project Title: Reduce Academic Fatigue and Enhance Retention for The Determined Ones (TDOs)
This project is a qualitative study to explore methods that will reduce fatigue & enhance learning retention for TDO students. The purpose of the study is to determine effective strategies for online learning to reduce academic fatigue and improve retention by implementing a support program…
Project Title: Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Related to Persons with Disabilities: a Policy Research Study
Understanding the Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) of university students, medical practitioners, teachers and parents can strengthen policies and services for persons with disabilities. The strength of this research depends on an understanding of the following: 1. policies and programs offered relating to persons with…
Project Title: Hybrid Delivery Model Preparing Students for Workplace of the Future
The project consisted of a three-stage pilot to conceptualize, test and refine a simulated, online learning environment incorporating important workplace skills, such as time management, independent learning, lifeline learning techniques, meeting deadlines, accountability and others. In its final stages, just as COVID-19 hit, the project…
