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Life
Pure maths: algebra and Islam
From the perfect symmetry of a dome to the curvature of a parabola, the application of mathematics is evident in much of the architecture of the Islamic world. Rob Flemming traces the history of the advances made in mathematics by Islamic scholars, and their legacy in both the study and the practice of modern maths
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Life
Brain power: Human Connectome Project
Researchers are for the first time undertaking a large-scale study to try and map out exactly how our brains are wired. Matthew Knight learns how the Human Connectome Project hopes to help scientists further understand various neurodisorders, including autism and Alzheimer's disease
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Culture
Wild Arabia: conservation of the species
A new wildlife exhibition, Wild Arabia with National Geographic Al Arabiya, seeks to combine art with preservation, education and innovative research. Daisy Carrington takes a closer look
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Life
Urban dwelling: evolution of a city
PD Smith’s upcoming book City: A Guidebook For The Urban Age seeks to ignite in readers an appreciation for architectural achievements from across the ages. Here the author explains to Ben East his fascination with the modern city
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Special Report
Unlocking potential: The Africa Effect
As the world economy flounders, one market in particular is bucking trends. Vision charts Africa’s economic renaissance and highlights the countries getting in on the foreign direct investment ground floor
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Life
Urban buzz: Beekeeping in the city
From central London to downtown Tokyo, the word on the street is that inner-city beekeeping is soothing souls and fostering sustainability. Vision.ae explores a growing phenomenon
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Business
Entrepreneurial spirit: fighting the economic downturn
While the world’s economy battles its way out of recession, many individuals are turning the situation to their advantage by taking this opportunity to launch their own start-up. Charlotte Kan takes a closer look
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Special Report
Windows of Opportunity: Vision speaks to UAE Minister of Foreign Trade HE Sheikha Lubna
Ahead of the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) in Dubai, Her Excellency Sheikha Lubna Bint Khalid Al Qasimi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, and AIM host, spoke exclusively to Vision.ae about the quietly shifting trade patterns that will be a key talking point at this year’s event
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Business
Making an impact: The power of World Expo
World Expo offers compelling benefits to host and participating nations alike. As the race to qualify for Expo 2020 gets underway, Vision explores the history, legacies and cultural and economic impact of these ambitious global events
Forward thinking: global development trends
Pulitzer Prize-winner Thomas Friedman shared his views on the IT revolution at a recent Global Conversation conference in Dubai. Andrew White relays the impact that hyper-connectivity looks set to have on the business world
Virtual reality: Google Art Project
Google’s recent expansion of its online art service offers art enthusiasts everywhere the opportunity to explore galleries and their masterpieces no matter where they are located. Daisy Carrington considers the merits of the service and the impact it might have on the industry
Checkmate: battles of the chess world
As the competition for the chess world title – and the US$2m purse – gets underway this month, Vision.ae considers the rising popularity of this often overlooked sport and highlights the players making a name for themselves
Unlocking potential: The Africa Effect
As the world economy flounders, one market in particular is bucking trends. Vision charts Africa’s economic renaissance and highlights the countries getting in on the foreign direct investment ground floor
Raw materials: Asia and the global commodities boom
As the world’s socio-economic make-up undergoes dramatic change, so commodity trading across Asia and the Gulf region increases. Vision looks at the factors that have given rise to this boom and the financial exchanges that are helping service it
The yuan: gaining currency
As China takes tentative steps towards lifting restrictions on the yuan, including engaging in a series of currency swaps with key trading partners, Vision.ae charts the renminbi’s increasing globalisation
My Dubai
Frankie Dettori
Ahead of the world’s richest horse race, the Dubai World Cup, Godolphin jockey Frankie Dettori shared his thoughts with Vision on racing, golf and flying dismounts…
The Vibe
Lateefa bint Maktoum
Emirati artist Lateefa bint Maktoum has helped the UAE’s art scene blossom, founding Tashkeel, a ‘hub for the creative’, in Dubai in 2008, while her own work has been shown worldwide. Here, she talks about her inspirations and her hopes for the future of art in the UAE
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Entrepreneurial spirit: fighting the economic downturn
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Social spending: job creation key to future of MENA region
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Making an impact: The power of World Expo
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Rudy Giuliani: Energy is a push-button issue’
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Healthy demand: advancements made in Middle East medicine
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Lofty heights: Turkish Architect firm wins Jumeirah contract
