Question 1

AI Real-Time Translation System Successfully Used at C-HOPE 2026

Accepted Answer

AI Real-Time Translation System Developed by GAU Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and UAV Systems Application and Research Center Successfully Used at C-HOPE 2026

The AI Real-Time Translation & Transcription System, developed by the Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and UAV Systems Application and Research Center at GIRNE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, was successfully tested and used during the C-HOPE 2026 – International Congress on Holistic Development and Positive Education.

The congress was held between 7–9 May 2026 at the Assembly of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, hosted by Girne American University in cooperation with the Ministry of National Education of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

As part of the event, the system developed by the Center was fully tested and used online on 7 May 2026. On 8 May 2026, during one of the workshop sessions, 43 participants simultaneously used the online real-time translation system, including both live text translation and audio-based translation support.

This successful implementation demonstrated that the software is no longer only a research or prototype-stage platform. It has now entered the operational use phase and proved its capability to support real academic events, multilingual communication, and live educational environments.

The system enabled participants to follow the workshop content more effectively by providing real-time translation access through connected devices such as laptops and mobile phones. This practical use case confirms the Center’s growing capacity to develop applied artificial intelligence solutions that can be deployed in real institutional and public environments.

This achievement also represents an important milestone for the Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and UAV Systems Application and Research Center, showing that the Center has entered a new phase of producing practical, scalable, and commercially valuable AI-based software products.

Under the leadership of Dr. Alireza Gholami, Director of the Center, the successful deployment of this system at C-HOPE 2026 reflects the Center’s mission to transform advanced research ideas into real, usable technologies that support education, communication, accessibility, and digital transformation.

The Center will continue developing and expanding this platform for use in universities, conferences, workshops, public events, training programs, and multilingual institutional environments.

Developed by:Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and UAV Systems Application and Research CenterGIRNE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY

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Question 2

Center Opening Press Release

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Girne American University Launches the Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and UAV Systems Application and Research Center

Kyrenia, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus — April 14, 2026 — Girne American University (GAU) proudly announces the establishment of the Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and UAV Systems Application and Research Center, a new interdisciplinary technology center dedicated to advancing applied research, prototype development, innovation, and strategic collaboration in the fields of robotics, artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technologies.

The Center has been established to serve as a dynamic platform for transforming advanced ideas into practical technologies with academic, industrial, and societal value. It will focus on the design, development, testing, and future commercialization of intelligent systems that address real-world challenges across multiple sectors, including education, safety, smart infrastructure, digital systems, automation, and autonomous platforms.

Under the leadership of Dr. Alireza Gholami, the Center is designed to bridge the gap between academic research and practical engineering implementation. By combining technical expertise, structured innovation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, the Center aims to support both research excellence and tangible technological output.

“This Center was established with a clear vision: to move beyond theory and build real systems, real prototypes, and real technological capability,” said Dr. Alireza Gholami, Director of the Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and UAV Systems Application and Research Center. “Our goal is to create a serious innovation platform where research leads to engineering outcomes, intellectual property, strategic value, and long-term impact for the university and the wider region.”

The Center’s core activities will include:

Applied research in robotics, AI, and autonomous systems

Development of UAV platforms and mission-oriented unmanned technologies

Prototype design, testing, and engineering refinement

AI-driven systems for smart services, decision support, and digital transformation

Interdisciplinary collaboration with academic faculties, researchers, and students

Future support for innovation pathways, intellectual property development, and commercialization opportunities

The establishment of the Center reflects GAU’s commitment to supporting emerging technologies and strengthening its role in advanced research, practical innovation, and future-oriented education. Through this initiative, the university aims to create a stronger ecosystem for technical development, talent cultivation, and collaboration with industry and institutional stakeholders.

In addition to its research and engineering mission, the Center will contribute to student engagement, hands-on learning, and the development of innovation culture within the university. It is expected to provide a structured environment where students, researchers, and collaborators can participate in meaningful projects with direct technical and practical relevance.

The Center also aims to build strategic partnerships with public institutions, private-sector organizations, and international collaborators to expand the reach and impact of its work. Its long-term direction includes not only research output, but also advanced prototype capability, protected intellectual property, and contribution to regional technological advancement.

With the launch of the Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and UAV Systems Application and Research Center, Girne American University takes an important step toward building a stronger future in applied engineering, intelligent systems, and innovation-driven development.

About the Center

The Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and UAV Systems Application and Research Center at Girne American University is an interdisciplinary technology center focused on applied research, prototype development, autonomous systems, intelligent platforms, and practical innovation. The Center operates at the intersection of robotics, AI, software systems, UAV technologies, and strategic engineering development.

Media Contact

Dr. Alireza GholamiDirectorRobotics, Artificial Intelligence and UAV Systems Application and Research CenterGirne American UniversityEmail: info@gautechcenter.comWebsite: www.gautechcenter.com