In a world where climate change and rapid urbanization challenge the future of our cities, LAB ICT (Innovation, Cities, and Technology Laboratory) is pioneering the integration of science, technology, and planning to create resilient, sustainable, and intelligent urban ecosystems.
Founded by Dr. Claudia Vicentelo, a Chilean architect and researcher whose Knowledge Planning theory emerged from her doctoral work at the University of Illinois, LAB ICT designs SaaS solutions that convert complex data into actionable knowledge for smarter decision-making. Her early research visits to Dubai and Abu Dhabi—during the early development of Masdar City—deeply influenced her vision and the creation of LAB ICT’s methodologies.
Today, LAB ICT operates globally, bridging urban innovation, climate adaptation, and digital transformation, with a growing focus on collaboration in the Gulf region, where the UAE’s vision aligns perfectly with the laboratory’s mission.
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