Sharjah student beats 60+ schools to grab this year’s outstanding STEM student trophy after innovative project showcase

Sharjah student beats 60+ schools to grab this year’s outstanding STEM student trophy after innovative project showcase

Published: Thu 18 May 2023, 3:13 PM Last updated: Thu 18 May 2023, 3:16 PM

The award was presented to Naomi Maetel Madrid Ibe, a year 10A GEMS Cambridge International Private School student

Sharjah-based GEMS Cambridge International Private School has received the prestigious Outstanding STEM Student Secondary honour during the 4th edition of the Global Annual STEM Best Practice Summit and Awards 2023.

The award, which was presented to Naomi Maetel Madrid Ibe, a year 10A GEMS Cambridge International Private School student, was in recognition of her innovative projects. Over 60 schools from nine Middle Eastern countries and India participated in the highly-competitive annual event.

Organised in association with Autodesk and American University in Dubai, the initiative aims to create and empower an atmosphere for the promotion of excellence, Innovation, and best practices in STEM education.

Born winner

Ibe's Flotation project, a hybrid renewable energy system combining tidal, wind, and solar power, along with AlTa3afi, an innovative global transportation solution, won top honours. Naomi's STEM award follows previous accolades, including runner-up at First Lego Season Regional Innovation and national and regional champion in 2022.

These recognitions have also enabled her to share her knowledge and experience through various outreach and networking programs. Her innovative ideas, charisma and