SMAC Competition 2025

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM until Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 5:00 AMArabian Standard Time UTC +04:00

Khalifa University, Main Campus
Khalifa University-Ibn Hayyan Building E - Hadbat Al Za`Faranah - E27 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates

Overview

Competition Name: The Smart Mobile Application Contest (SMAC) 2025
Target Audience: High school and undergraduate students
Main Challenge: Develop innovative smartphone applications using artificial intelligence

Objectives

Encourage creative solutions for sustainability
Provide a platform to apply AI knowledge
Enhance problem-solving skills
Develop real-world applications with positive impact

Outcomes

Hands-on experience in AI-driven app development
Contribution to a more sustainable future

Competition Theme

The competition seeks creative and influential mobile application ideas related to AI adventures in Sustainability. Key areas include:

Teaching lessons and stories about sustainability using AI.
Utilizing AI technology to combat global warming.
Classifying garbage with AI.
Rewarding good environmental habits.
Recording and addressing harmful incidents.
Supporting clean energy and greenhouse awareness.

Important Dates

2 July 2025 - Program Kick off (Virtual)
4 August 2025 - Coaching Session 1 (Virtual)
27 August 2025 - Coaching Session 2 (Virtual)
10 September 2025 - Competition Day (In Person at Khalifa University Main Campus)