Five winners from Arab world take spotlight at Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2008 Atlanta

Kazem Mazen Kutob from Amman, Jordan, Mahmoud Emad Darawsheh, also from Amman, Jordan, the two brothers Mohammad and AbdelRahman Ibrahim Alzorgan from Tafilah, Jordan, and second-time winner, Ahmed Khaled A. Alnuaimi from Damman, Saudi Arabia were all selected from more than 1,550 young scientists from 51 countries, regions and territories for their commitment to innovation and science.

"Every year it becomes more evident how important it is to have this international science fair," said Ferruh Gurtas, Corporate Affairs Group Director, Intel Middle East Turkey and Africa. "We had over 35 finalists from the region and the dedication of these young winners is testimony that our youth can accomplish anything they put their mind to and compete on a global level." He adds, "This fair is part of the Intel World Ahead Program and highlights Intel's commitment to enhancing education around the world. It is through these types of initiatives that Intel works to improve teaching and learning through the effective use of technology, helping to advance mathematics, science, and engineering education and research."

Focusing on the environment and lending a hand to the people of the world, the projects of the five Arab winners were a window into the heart and soul of what the youth see as important issues in this day and age.

Kazem Mazen Kutob designed a 'Solar System for the Distillation of Sea Water', Mahmoud Emad Darawsheh's project was an 'Automatic Speech Translator for Disability (Deaf and Blind)', Ahmed Khaled A. Alnuaimi created what is known as the 'BExplorer Electronic Flexible Solution for the Visually Impaired', and the brothers Mohammad and AbdelRahman Ibrahim Alzorgan's project was an 'Integrated System for Irrigation and Protection'.

In addition to the three $50,000 Intel Foundation Young Scientist Award winners, more than 500 Intel International Science and Engineering Fair participants received scholarships and prizes for their groundbreaking work.

Intel awards included 18 "Best of Category" winners who each received a $5,000 Intel scholarship and a new laptop featuring the Intel Core2 Duo processor.

Sponsorship of the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair is one aspect of Intel's multi-year, multi-million dollar global commitment to education.

Intel has been committed to helping students realize the promise of education for decades.

In the past decade alone, Intel has invested more than $1bn worldwide to improve education.

Today, Intel invests more than $100m annually to promote education and technological literacy around the world.