The Ministry of Information and Communications Technology ( ictQATAR ) and Qatar Museums have signed an MoU for digitising 3D materials. As per the MoU, Qatar Museums becomes the 3D Conversion Center for the State of Qatar.
“The Ministry of Information and Communications Technology believes in the importance of preserving Qatar’s heritage by harnessing the potential of ICTs and capitalizing on considerable expertise and skills owned by the parties connected to that sector. Working closely with all bodies in fields of media, culture and heritage, we can develop new methods not only on how to preserve our national heritage but also on how to make it available and accessible in newer digital formats in line with best international practices,” said Reem Al-Mansoori, Assistant Undersecretary of Digital Society, ICT and Society, ictQATAR.
She added, “Our MoU inked today is just another step forward on implementing ictQATAR ‘s digitization project that aims at preserving and sharing the Arabic and Islamic heritage of the State of Qatar. Making our 3D heritage available online, we hope the project would be of a great value and benefit for our citizens, students, researchers and all those interested in studying Qatari heritage and culture.”
Mansoor bin Ebrahim Al-Mahmoud, Acting CEO of Qatar Museums. said, “We are happy to ink this important MoU with the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology; an agreement that translates our vision for developing, promoting and sustaining the cultural sector at the highest standards.”
“3D materials digitisation is important in making our heritage available for students and researchers here and from around the world thus enriching the knowledge of our history by introducing it to local and international audiences,” he added.
3D digitisation allows for the virtual examination of 3D objects, reduces the risk of damage to 3D objects and facilitates comparative study. It also assists with the restoration of 3D objects by making it easier to replicate delicate parts.