Dr Mohammad Nasser Al Ahbabi Al Ahbabi is the man leading the UAE’s charge into the unknown as the head of its space exploration, technology and research efforts. He is responsible for coordinating public and private sector initiatives in the field and the creation of the Middle East’s first dedicated space research centre. Not to mention the UAE’s Hope Probe… Al Ahbabi is the man leading the UAE’s charge into the unknown as the head of its space exploration, technology and research efforts. He is responsible for coordinating public and private sector initiatives in the field and the creation of the Middle East’s first dedicated space research centre. Not to mention the UAE’s Hope Probe mission to Mars, scheduled for 2021 to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the country. He previously served in a number of different roles at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre. Director general, UAE Space Agency Origin:UAE Residence:UAE Sector:Space