The Head of Hormozgan Elite House, Yasin Parmouteh, has announced plans to establish the province’s first AI summer school and science camp, aiming to strengthen ties between academia and industry while preparing students for careers in technology. The initiative, reported by multiple Iranian news outlets1, includes expanding working groups focused on AI, IT, fisheries, urban traffic, and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE).
Key Components of the Initiative
The AI summer school and science camp will serve as a platform for students to gain hands-on experience in emerging technologies. Seven active working groups will be expanded to ten, with a focus on practical applications of AI in local industries such as fisheries and urban traffic management2. Additionally, free HSE training will be provided to Shahid Rajaei Port workers on July 10, 2025, as part of corporate social responsibility efforts following a recent port explosion.
Addressing Brain Drain and Local Talent Utilization
One of the challenges highlighted by Parmouteh is the brain drain caused by local industries overlooking homegrown talent. To counter this, the Elite House plans to upgrade its website to better showcase local innovations and establish a media working group to improve transparency3. These measures aim to retain skilled professionals within the province by demonstrating the opportunities available in Hormozgan.
Ethical AI and Academic Integration
The initiative aligns with broader national efforts to promote ethical AI use, as seen in frameworks like Sharif University’s guidelines4, which mandate disclosure of AI-assisted content in academic work. The summer school will likely incorporate similar principles to ensure responsible AI development among participants.
Future Implications
This project could serve as a model for other provinces seeking to integrate AI education with local industry needs. The focus on practical applications, from fisheries to urban traffic management, demonstrates how AI can address region-specific challenges while creating career pathways for students.
References
- “راهاندازی کمپ علمی و مدرسه هوش مصنوعی در دستورکار است,” IRNA News, May 6, 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.irna.ir/news/85824843
- “برنامهریزی برای راهاندازی نخستین کمپ علمی و مدرسه تابستانه هوش مصنوعی,” Ghatreh News, May 6, 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.ghatreh.com/news/nn14040225887626969088
- “Hormozgan Elite House Portal,” IRNA Hormozgan. [Online]. Available: https://www.irna.ir/service/province/hormozgan
- “Ethical AI Guidelines,” Sharif University. [Online]. Available: https://ac.sharif.edu/rules/ai-ethics
