The 36th edition of the IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS) officially opened in Abu Dhabi today, emphatically illustrating the advanced state of research and innovation in the UAE and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Hosted by Khalifa University of Science and Technology and supported by various local and international stakeholders, IROS 2024 will run until 18 October at the Abu Dhabi national Exhibition Center (ADNEC). Among the officials who visited the event and toured the exhibition include Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dhahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, His Excellency Engineer Awaidha Murshed Ali Al Marar, Chairman, Abu Dhabi Department…