21. Noraldin Al-Deri
Age: 27
Occupation: Scientist, Founder & CEO of EICADD
Nationality: Jordanian
Residence: U.A.E. and Jordan
Category: Science & Technology
Al-Deri invented an AI-powered assessment technology that provides early diagnosis for autism and developmental disorders. The invention has a provisional patent and a PCT application pending, with a current target date for international publication set for November 2024. In July 2022, Al-Deri founded EICADD centers in Jordan and the U.A.E. with plans to open additional centers in Qatar and Saudi Arabia. To date, it has impacted over 4,000 children across MENA, providing them with early diagnosis and personalized treatment plans that have improved their developmental outcomes. It secured a total funding of $5 million from angel investors with participation from the Qatar Foundation.