Novel crystals capture humidity with unprecedented efficiency Abu Dhabi, November 19, 2024: A team of researchers from Jilin University, NYU Abu Dhabi's Smart Materials Lab, and the Center for Smart Engineering Materials, led by Professor of Chemistry Pance Naumov, has developed a new crystalline material that can harvest water from fog without any energy input. The design of the novel type of smart crystals, which the researchers named Janus crystals, is inspired by desert plants and animals, which can survive in arid conditions. Desert beetles and lizards, for example, have evolved to develop surface structures that have both hydrophilic and hydrophobic areas and effectively capture moisture from the air. Water is attracted to the hydrophilic areas and droplets are accumulated and transported through the hydrophobic ......read more

Prospective students and families can explore academic programs, campus facilities, and student life at this interactive event. Abu Dhabi, UAE, November 8, 2024: NYU Abu Dhabi will host its Open Campus Day on November 16, providing prospective students and their families with an opportunity to explore the university’s academic offerings, facilities, campus life, and its robust public programs. The program begins at midday, and includes: Campus tours: Guided tours will take visitors through the university’s campus, showcasing its cutting-edge facilities, including classrooms, research labs, and art spaces. Admissions counselors: Prospective students can find out more about the application process, and both undergraduate and graduate counselors will be on-hand throughout the day to answer ......read more

Dubai-UAE, 7 November 2024: Experts from the UAE Universities Climate Network (UCN) are delivering a series of events at the upcoming COP29 global climate change summit in Azerbaijan – aiming to tackle issues including youth engagement, water security, climate finance, and urban planning. The workshops in Baku will take place across the summit, which runs from 11 to 22 November – featuring expert contributions from the University of Birmingham Dubai, Khalifa University, and other UCN members. Events in Baku include: Innovating the Future: UAE's Path to Sustainable, Circular, and Cognitive City. Workshop showcasing the UAE's pioneering innovations in sustainable urban development. Led by Dr Mohammad Radfar, from the University of Birmingham Dubai. Understanding and Reducing Your Carbon ......read more

UAE, Abu Dhabi, 21 October 2024: In recognition of its academic excellence, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has advanced 11 places in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Arab Region University Rankings 2025, now ranking 12th regionally out of 246 institutions across 20 MENA countries. The 2025 QS Arab Region University Rankings recognized ADU’s remarkable achievements across several metrics, ranking the university sixth in the International Faculty Ratio and 14th in the International Student Ratio, reflecting its global outlook and commitment to fostering a diverse academic environment. ADU also climbed four positions in the research papers per faculty metric, securing 13th in the Arab region while improving its ranking in Employer Reputation, rising four places to 14th place, reflecting ADU’s continued progress in academic and ......read more

Team UAE Makes History with Silver Medal and Multiple Awards at the Olympics of Robotics in Athens, Cementing the Nation’s Rising Dominance in STEM and Technological Innovation Date: Dubai, UAE; October 7, 2024 The UAE has made history by winning the 2nd position in First Global Challenge (FGC) – billed as the Olympics of Robotics – among 193 countries in Athens, Greece! For the first time since its inception, the UAE’s Team at the First Global Challenge (FGC) has made history by securing a Silver Medal in the World Ranking. This milestone is not just a victory for the team but a significant achievement for the entire nation, marking the UAE’s first-ever podium finish at the FGC—the prestigious international robotics competition often referred to as the Olympics of Robotics. The 2024 edition ......read more

Zayed City Schools comprises three campuses, offering capacity for 5,360 students from kindergarten to Grade 12, which are now ready for the 2024-2025 academic year Zayed City Schools were delivered under Abu Dhabi's first public-private partnership (PPP) project for school infrastructure The project was completed and delivered on schedule, reflecting the success of ADIO's PPP programme in developing world-class infrastructure for Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, UAE - 11 September 2024: The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) and a multinational consortium led by Plenary Group and BESIX Group, today inaugurated three state-of-the-art schools in Abu Dhabi's Zayed City. The newly inaugurated educational facilities represent the first time that ......read more

This latest batch of 209 students includes the university's first-ever computer science (CS) and robotics cohorts The Fall 2024 cohort is the most diverse, with students representing 36 countries, including 44 Emiratis 147 studying for master's degrees and 62 pursuing Ph.D. degrees in computer science, computer vision, machine learning, natural language processing, and robotics MBZUAI's student body now stands at 381 students, with 30% female and 70% male, representing 49 countries​ Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, August 31, 2024: The number and quality of students taking up graduate studies in artificial intelligence (AI) specializations at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) – the world's first graduate AI university dedicated to research – continue to rise. ......read more

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, August 12, 2024: As the world's first graduate-level, research-based artificial intelligence (AI) university, Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is continuing to increase the breadth and pace of publication of ground-breaking research in artificial intelligence (AI). Between January and June 2024, the MBZUAI community—made up of more than 80 world-class faculty, 200-plus researchers, and hundreds of students—published more than 300 papers at top-tier AI venues. This included 39 papers at the prestigious International Conference on Learning Representations 2024 (ICLR) held in May. This follows last year’s success of 612 published papers at top-tier venues in 2023. Highlights included delivering 30 papers at the International Conference on Computer ......read more

Professor Shady Amin will lead a project to enhance understanding and appreciation of microalgae that protect their hosts and also reduce the planet’s carbon dioxide levels Abu Dhabi, UAE, July 25, 2024: NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Associate Professor of Biology Shady Amin has received a grant of more than USD 500,000 from the National Science Foundation (NSF). He will lead a project that is aimed at elevating the understanding and awareness of the essential role played by diatoms, the tiny microalgae that can live in oceans or in symbiosis with endangered marine animal hosts like whales, dolphins, dugongs, and manatees and play a fundamental role in maintaining Earth’s delicate ecosystem. Diatoms are microalgae that produce as much as a fifth of Earth's oxygen from carbon dioxide through photosynthesis and ......read more

Emirati students prepare to travel to 12 countries of expansion, including Australia, Italy, China, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam, as part of the second edition of the ADEK Summer Program Expanded program includes new majors in Creative Industries and Design, Culinary Arts, Education and Culture, Entrepreneurship, Music Performance, Wildlife Conservation, and more Four of the world’s top universities are part of the ADEK Summer Program, designed to upskill, prepare, and empower aspiring Emirati students to pursue post-secondary academic pathways for personal growth   Abu Dhabi, UAE – 20 July 2024: Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has reinforced its commitment to nurturing students’ educational journeys by offering a new edition of its Summer ......read more

Abu Dhabi, UAE, July 17, 2024: Thirty-eight grade 11 students from across the UAE experienced a glimpse into the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and what a career in the field may look like at the first dedicated summer school at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Masdar City last week. Held in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), the MBZUAI Summer School encouraged the students to develop their entrepreneurial and team skills through a group-based AI and sustainability project which culminated in pitching their ideas to a professional panel on how AI could address selected United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).  The five-day pilot program was oversubscribed, receiving more than 230 applications, and showing a high level of ......read more

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: 12 July 2024: Emirates Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, announced the graduation of 45 young UAE National Graduate Trainees from the company's LEAP talent accelerator programme. LEAP is a comprehensive 12-month programme that offers a bespoke learning journey to enhance management and leadership skills through mentorship from senior leadership at EGA. It includes a combination of interactive workshops,  simulations, individual coaching and networking opportunities. LEAP is designed exclusively for EGA Graduate Trainees. EGA currently has 75 graduate trainees, 49 of them women, and all UAE Nationals. EGA Graduate Training Programme was launched in 1982. Graduate trainees complete 18 or 24 months of training for ......read more

Westermann, whose leadership has significantly shaped the cultural landscape of NYU Abu Dhabi, recently concluded her tenure as the University’s Vice Chancellor to assume the role of Director and CEO of the Guggenheim Museum and Foundation Abu Dhabi, UAE, July 10, 2024: NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has established the Mariët Westermann Distinguished Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Fellowship. This prestigious award was created to honor Westermann’s exceptional contributions to the arts and culture space both across the University and the UAE during her tenure as the University’s Vice Chancellor. The fellowship, which will be awarded on an annual basis, will provide an outstanding student with financial support and resources to undertake The MFA in Art and Media at NYUAD. Recipients will be selected by an appointed committee ......read more

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 4 July 2024: An 18-metre long reproduction of a Magan boat has successfully sailed off the coast of Abu Dhabi, marking a major milestone for Zayed National Museum's research programme. The project is a collaborative initiative with Zayed University and New York University Abu Dhabi (NYU Abu Dhabi) which seeks to shed light on the UAE's rich maritime heritage and Bronze Age trade.   The vessel, called a Magan Boat in ancient times, was built with raw materials described on an ancient clay tablet and using techniques dating back to 2100 BCE. The boat passed several rigorous tests and covered 50 nautical miles (92.6km) in the Arabian Gulf. Captained by UAE National sailors with a team of shipwrights from the broader region and accompanied by the UAE Coastguard, the ship passed two days of sea trials, reaching ......read more

   A nationwide survey was launched as an action from the first in person meeting of the UAE Universities Climate Network (UCN) Dubai-UAE, 2nd July 2024: Experts are seeking the views of university communities and employers as they prepare for the next global climate change summit in Azerbaijan – launching a nation-wide survey as an action from the first in-person meeting of the UAE Universities Climate Network (UCN) Ahead of COP29, members of the UCN will survey students, academics, university administrators and potential employers to assess their awareness and perceptions of climate change. The survey is one of the outcomes from the UCN meeting recently hosted by the University of Birmingham Dubai, which attracted over 50 academics representing 35 higher education institutions across the UAE. Dr ......read more

 3 National Champions Crowned in the 2024 Yas in Schools National Finals presented by ADNOC across 3 STEM Programs Team Zephyros from Raha International School to represent United Arab Emirates in the international F1® in Schools World Finals Record-Breaking Success: 1,200+ students, 300+ teams, 80+ schools Abu Dhabi, UAE, 28 June 2024: The 2024 Yas in Schools National Finals, presented by ADNOC, made history with a record-breaking five days of thrilling competition among the UAE's top schools. Over 1,200 students and 314 teams from 89 schools competed fiercely for the prestigious National Champions title, showcasing unprecedented levels of participation and enthusiasm. Three national champions triumphed across the event's three dynamic programs, showcasing its diverse accomplishments. Formula Ethara ......read more

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: 27 June 2024: Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, announced today that the company's Engineer the Future programme has reached more than 7,300 students from 29 schools in the 2023-2024 academic year. Engineer the Future programme introduces school students in the UAE to real-life applications of science, technology, engineering and mathematics in industry. The programme is delivered in partnership with Emirates Schools Establishment. Engineer the Future programme aims to encourage school students from grades nine to 12 to study and pursue careers in STEM fields through a combination of interactive learning opportunities and workshops. The programme also includes a practical competition, 'The EGA Aluminium Design and ......read more

45 international STEM students exposed to cutting-edge AI research and world-leading faculty in month-long program in Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, UAE, June 27, 2024: Forty-five international STEM students have been exposed to cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) research and world-leading faculty as part of a month-long undergraduate internship at the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi. A rigorous selection process was undertaken for the second edition of the Undergraduate Research Internship Program (UGRIP), which is a four-week program for top-flight undergraduate students to develop foundational AI knowledge and hands-on research skills. The university's growing reputation as a hub for quality AI research and publishing at top onferences attracted applications from around the world ......read more

Using sound waves, scientists develop findings that challenge standard theories of solar convection Abu Dhabi, UAE, June 27, 2024: A team of solar physicists at NYU Abu Dhabi's Center for Astrophysics and Space Science (CASS), led by Research Scientist Chris S. Hanson, Ph.D., has revealed the interior structure of the sun's supergranules, a flow structure that transports heat from the sun's hidden interior to its surface. The researchers' analysis of the supergranules presents a challenge to the current understanding of solar convection. The sun generates energy in its core through nuclear fusion; that energy is then transported to the surface, where it escapes as sunlight. In the study "Supergranular-scale solar convection not explained by mixing-length theory" published in the journal Nature Astronomy, the researchers explain how ......read more

14th edition of the Yas in Schools National Finals presented by ADNOC will take place at Yas Marina Circuit from June 20 to June 24 This year's competition has record participation across categories for largest edition to date with over 1,000 students participating from 89 schools ADNOC Yas in Schools launches Ethara Go, a new program for kids up to 13 years to create their own raceable car at home  Abu Dhabi, UAE, 19 June: ADNOC Yas in Schools will welcome back students from all around the country for the prestigious UAE National Finals. With more than 1,000 students expected to participate over five days, the 14th edition of the Yas in Schools National Finals presented by ADNOC is gearing up to be the largest ever to date. Yas Marina Circuit is preparing to welcome students for what promises to be intense ......read more

The event featured over 100 school and university students presenting their revolutionary business ideas to the elite judging panel Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 30 May 2024: INJAZ UAE, a member of INJAZ Al-Arab and Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, the world’s largest non-profit business education organisation, hosted the 15th edition of its annual ‘National Company Program Competition’ at the Waldorf Astoria, Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. The competition which celebrates the achievements of student companies demonstrating sound knowledge in business planning, marketing, sales, and financial literacy, saw over 100 students this year, representing schools and universities across the UAE. A total of 14 teams were qualified to compete for several prestigious awards and showcase their innovative projects, entrepreneurial ......read more

Abu Dhabi, 6 June 2024: His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has attended Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence's (MBZUAI) 2024 commencement ceremony. The cohort comprised 101 graduates, including three PhD graduates in Machine Learning (ML) and 98 master's degree graduates in Computer Vision (CV), ML, and Natural Language Processing (NLP), highlighting the university's leading position in the higher education landscape and its scientific research efforts in artificial intelligence (AI). The graduation also represented a key milestone in the university's journey towards qualifying UAE National talent in AI to identify AI-powered solutions that address key global challenges. His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin ......read more

UAE, Abu Dhabi, 05 June 2024: In recognition of its many recent achievements, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has advanced in 79 places in the 2025 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings, ranking 501 globally. This places the university among the top 33 percent of universities worldwide, achieving the highest ranking since 2014. ADU has maintained its place among the top five universities in the world in the International Faculty category, reflecting the diversity and inclusion of its faculty members. Additionally, the university achieved a significant improvement, rising by 100 places in Employer Reputation ranking 390 on a global level, as well as improving 45 places in Academic Reputation reaching 556 globally. The institution’s continued commitment to impactful research was also recognized with a global ranking of ......read more

Abu Dhabi, 4 June 2024 – Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) held a knowledge exchange workshop at the Fund's headquarters in Abu Dhabi. This workshop, which focused on climate action, brought together experts from both institutions to discuss critical themes including climate finance, climate assessment for development projects, climate transition, and emerging trends in the field. A series of interactive presentations were delivered with the participants sharing experiences and practices derived from their strategies, policies, and investment operations. The sessions highlighted shared best practices; lessons learned; innovative approaches in climate financing and project development; ways to strengthen the partnership between ADFD and AIIB, explore new areas of ......read more

UAE, Abu Dhabi, 30 May 2024: Abu Dhabi University (ADU) - Al Ain campus, announced the winners of its fifth annual National Inter-School Public Speaking Competition, held between 18-19 May, in collaboration with Liwa International School – Falaj Hazza, aiming to advance public speaking and communication skills of middle and high school students across the UAE. The 2024 edition of the competition welcomed 300 participants in groups of three to five from 40 private and public schools across the UAE. Topics of discussion for middle school students were focused on sustainability, resilience, bullying, and online safety for the youth. High school students tackled more advanced subjects, including the fossil fuel crisis, the impact of diversity and inclusion in schools, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s vision for future leaders, and ......read more

In collaboration with the Farjam Foundation, NYU Abu Dhabi has launched the Tarek Al-Ghoussein Fellowship to honor the late artist’s career and achievements. Adele Bea Cipste,  a first-year MFA student at NYUAD, is the inaugural recipient of the prestigious fellowship. Abu Dhabi, UAE, May 22, 2024: With generous support from the Farjam Foundation, NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has established a new fellowship in honor of the late Tarek Al-Ghoussein, professor of visual arts and first program director of the Master of Fine Arts program at NYUAD. The Fellowship will be awarded every academic year to an outstanding student in the MFA program. The first recipient of the Tarek Al-Ghoussein Fellowship is Adele Bea Cipste, a first-year MFA student at NYUAD who completed her undergraduate degree in 2022 at NYUAD and is currently ......read more

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 08 May 2024: As part of its commitment to the provision of inclusive education, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) hosted two impactful events in collaboration with the Emirates Autism Society (EAS), aimed at raising awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). These events included the eighth ‘ADU Art for Autism Competition’ and the fourth ‘Autism Spectrum Disorders Symposium,’ designed to educate the wider community on the often-overlooked talents of people with autism while dispelling prevalent myths. These events were held in April, coinciding with Autism Awareness Month. In partnership with the Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation (ADMAF), the eighth ADU Art for Autism Competition received more than 80 artworks from 18 special needs centers and schools across the UAE. The competition provided ......read more

Teams from NYUAD competed to develop applications and plugins using the ON DEMAND tool in a two-day event in Abu Dhabi ON DEMAND has been developed by UAE entity AIREV to reduce the time needed to develop AI-driven applications Muhammed Khalid, CEO and Founder of AIREV: “The Hackathon not only underscores our commitment to advancing AI within the UAE but also highlights our ambition to position the nation as a leader in AI innovation globally.” ABU DHABI – May 7, 2024: Students at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) gained hands-on experience of a groundbreaking new platform used to develop AI applications during the NYUAD AI Plugin and Product Development Hackathon this week – and learned just how quickly they can transform their ideas into real-world tools. ON DEMAND is a large language model ......read more

With the latest book’s release in the “Stories from Our Environment” series. Relentless pursuit of instilling the values of preserving species and enhancing the connection to the natural and sustainable heritage of the United Arab Emirates. Abu Dhabi, April 7, 2024: The International Fund for Houbara Conservation participated with a distinguished stand in the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, organised from April 29 to May 5, 2024 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The exhibition is an exceptional platform that brings together different cultures to promote the love of reading, spreading culture and knowledge locally, regionally and globally, and promote cultural exchange and dialogue between peoples. During the event, IFHC proudly presented its latest educational book from the “Stories from ......read more

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 5 May 2024: For the third consecutive time, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library participated in the 33rd Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, from 29 April to 5 May 2024 with remarkable success and a wide attendance of visitors and culture enthusiasts from around the world and across different age groups, to explore its prominent initiatives, outstanding services, and a selected range of its valuable first editions, which include titles and books by world-renowned authors translated into Arabic. Dr. Mohammed Salem Obaid AlMazrooei, Board Member at Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Foundation, said, "We are proud of the great success of our participation in this year's Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, which reflects our firm commitment to spreading culture and knowledge, in addition to exchanging experiences and ......read more

Abu Dhabi, UAE. 27 April 2024 - The Emirates College for Advanced Education (ECAE) held its ‘Open Day’ event on April 25, inviting prospective students and their families to explore the college’s diverse range of academic programs and state-of-the-art campus facilities. The event took place both on the ECAE campus and virtually, ensuring a flexible and convenient way for prospective students to explore what the college has to offer. ECAE’s ‘Open Day’ provided an opportunity for the college to meet and engage with prospective students, showcasing the diverse range of programs offered, and allowing visitors to explore the campus and the facilities, such as the labs, library, innovation hub, and virtual classrooms. Additionally, the event served as a platform for the college to gain insights into ......read more

Peace advocate Ouided Bouchamaoui was recently appointed Professor of Practice of Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution at NYUAD Abu Dhabi, UAE – April 24, 2024: Nobel Peace Prize winner Ouided Bouchamaoui will be the keynote speaker during the NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) 2024 Commencement ceremony on May 22. Bouchamaoui is a revered leader in international business and peace advocacy. She played a key role as a member of the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet, which was instrumental in the country's democratic transition, and was honored with the Nobel Peace Prize in 2015. In April 2024, she was appointed Professor of Practice of Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution at NYUAD. Bouchamaoui's leadership in the peace arena long preceded her Nobel Prize. She was the first woman to serve as president of the Tunisian Union of ......read more

Upcoming Abu Dhabi International Book Fair chosen as launchpad for Uncharted Waters UAE, April 23 2024: UAE-based second time author, Julie M Lewis, has chosen the upcoming Abu Dhabi International Book Fair as the global launch pad for her latest book, Uncharted Waters. The title is a metaphor for stepping into unfamiliar, unknown, and unexplored territory providing the perfect channel for Julie – an acclaimed explorer and an expert on resilience, natural wellbeing, and strength-based leadership - to offer practical guidelines in the navigation of everyday realities. The cross-genre page turner carries the sub-title 'discover your hidden depths' in a nod to Julie's belief that water holds the answers to many of life's challenges, and she should know as she attempted the English Channel open-water swim ......read more

ADU ranked first in the UAE in Social Sciences, Management and Business subjects Abu Dhabi, UAE, 15 April 2024: In reflection of its excellence across various academic programs, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) featured amongst the high ranks published by the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings by Subject 2024. The University showed significant advancement in the Social Sciences and Management in broad subject areas, ascending 163 places, now ranking first in the UAE and 288 globally. ADU has also demonstrated remarkable growth across several narrow subject areas, achieving an outstanding advancement of 100 places in Business and Management Studies, ranking 151-200 globally, first in the UAE, and a rise of 50 places in Engineering – Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing ranking 401-450 globally. For the ......read more

Ranging from insightful talks on space activities to climate change and oceans to the film industry, the April lineup offers attendees a range of topics   Abu Dhabi, UAE, April 1, 2024: The NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Institute has announced a series of in-person talks and conferences for its April lineup. Attendees will gain valuable insights into a wide range of topics, which include the latest breakthroughs in tobacco research, the future of space activities, the evolving role of technology and music within the film industry, the lasting effects of climate change towards the world’s oceans, and a journey through the history of Jerusalem. Among some of the talks will be Romance and War/Music and Technology: From David Lean's Brief Encounter to His Lawrence of Arabia, which will take place on April 17 in ......read more

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, April 1, 2024: Professor Timothy Baldwin has been appointed as the Provost of the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI). Professor Timothy Baldwin is a distinguished figure in the field of natural language processing (NLP), renowned globally for his ground-breaking contributions. Having served as the Department Chair of the NLP Department, Associate Provost for Academic Affairs, and Acting Provost, Professor Baldwin has played an indispensable role in the rapid advancement of MBZUAI during the past two years. During his tenure, Professor Baldwin has spearheaded numerous initiatives that have significantly contributed to MBZUAI's growth and reputation. Some of his notable accomplishments include the establishment of three new academic departments namely robotics, ......read more

 The program serves as a strategic response to the rapid developments in the business sector It aims to drive the School's objectives to become a leading hub for entrepreneurship, management, and innovation in the region 26 March 2024 - Abu Dhabi, UAE: The Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM), one of the higher education institutions affiliated with the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI), announced the launch of its Bachelor of Science in Management (BScM) program. This comes in line with the School’s vision and goals to become a leading hub in entrepreneurship, management, and innovation in the region. The new program, which will commence in September, provides an exceptional and rich academic experience that contributes to developing the knowledge and skills necessary to make ......read more

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 21 March 2024: In line with its ongoing efforts to foster an exceptional academic journey for students, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has forged three new partnerships with leading international academic institutions focused on nurturing students’ educational experience through providing innovative teaching and learning approaches as well as dynamic exchange programs. The partnerships were confirmed through the signing of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with each of the universities including the University of Essex, the Notre Dame University-Louaize, Lebanon (NDU) and Carleton University (Ottawa, Canada) (CU). Over the past years, ADU has continued to offer students and community members cutting-edge and internationally accredited programs in reflection of its commitment to academic excellence. Through ......read more

Abu Dhabi-first sports scholarship, tailored for Emirati students in grades 9-11 (Year 10-12) from public, private, and Charter Schools contributes to Abu Dhabi’s thriving sports ecosystem. Distinguished Emirati talents in football, basketball, and golf join program’s first cohort at IMG Academy in Florida, USA. Professional scouts will identify future talents from Abu Dhabi Sports Championship and summer sports programs.   Abu Dhabi, UAE – 25 February 2024: Recognizing the vital importance of sports education in building well-rounded individuals, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has launched a new scholarship program targeted at Emirati students from Abu Dhabi schools in grades 9-11 (Year 10-12) to join some of the world’s leading sports programs and ......read more

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 14 February 2024: Secretary General His Excellency Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam and New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Vice Chancellor Mariët Westermann have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen mutual cooperation and establish joint projects and activities to promote the values of human fraternity. The MoU marks the launch of the joint program ‘Sounds of Human Fraternity’, as a music-driven platform aimed at empowering creative expression centered around the pillars of human fraternity. The MoU was signed following the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity 2024 ceremony, which featured artistic performances from English musician Tokio Myers and the Abu Dhabi Youth Choir, and which had an audience that included university students from around the ......read more