KADDB launches ‘Future Scientists’ initiative

AMMAN — The King Abdullah Design and Development Bureau (KADDB) on Saturday launched the "Future Scientists" initiative with the aim of creating a human capital in the field of defence technology.  

KADDB Director General Maj. Gen. Mohammad Farghal, in a statement carried by the Jordan News Agency, Petra, said that the initiative is designed to empower young people to keep abreast of technological advances, especially in light of the communication revolution.

Targeting outstanding graduates, with different academic degrees, the long-term initiative will provide training in various fields of defence technology, including armoured vehicles, multi-use machinery, weapons  and ammunition, along with various military equipment and computer-assisted metalworking.

The participants will also receive training in the fields of cybersecurity, virtual world, encryption and nanotechnology, Petra added.

Highlighting KADDB's partnerships with international manufacturers of defence systems and military equipment, Farghal said that KADDB will provide the "elite of scientists" the opportunity to be involved in the programme of sharing knowledge and technologies.

In cooperation with different universities, KADDB has started reviewing the lists of exceptional graduates to choose the candidates according to clear professional criteria, ensuring equal opportunities for all.