Viewers of ‘Stars of Science’ will have the opportunity to help choose the Arab world’s best innovator, as the eighth season of Qatar Foundation’s TV show nears its climactic finale.

For the first time ever in the region, fans will help crown the show’s winner, opening the voting process through www.starsofscience.com, according to a press statement.

Voting goes live at the conclusion of today’ episode, which starts at 10.30pm on MBC4.

Last week, innovators Ghassan Yusuf of Bahrain and Sevag Babikian of Lebanon cleared the customer validation stage to reach the finale. High drama is expected in today’s episode, when Abderrahim Bourouis of Algeria, Saif al-Farai of Oman and Sadeem Qdaisat of Jordan will vie for the last two finalist spots.

The final four innovators will earn a share of a $600,000 prize.

“Stars of Science is a catalyst of positive change for young people in the Arab world, prompting thousands to become interested in the limitless potential of science and technology,” said jury member Ayshah al-Mudahka. “Arabs can solve the biggest problems that face not only our region, but also the world. Encouraging the bright minds of our generation to embrace innovation and entrepreneurship benefits our communities and helps strengthen knowledge-based economies.”

At present, there are two known finalists in the running. One is Sevag, a mechanical engineer who wants to turn the 3D printing world upside down with his “modifix” invention. Sevag’s device could be a leap forward for 3D printers; it streamlines the way the machines fabricate complicated structures, opening up a new world of possibilities for creative minds.

The second finalist so far is Ghassan. He wants to take taekwondo, an ancient martial art enjoyed by tens of millions around the world, into the digital age. His “Take One” device uses advanced technology to automatically score taekwondo moves to accurately adjudicate matches alongside judges and act as an archive reference guide for players and their fans.

Voting ends on November 17 at 6pm.

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