Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) have published a study that employs large language models and data from wearable smart devices to create personalized recommendations aimed at improving student wellbeing and academic performance. The study, led by Dr. Arfan Ahmed, an assistant professor of research in population health sciences, focused on a group of 12...
The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has announced the launch of a new PhD program in Geographic Information Science, set to begin in the academic year 2025. This program will be offered by the Department of Geography and Urban Sustainability, which is part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. This initiative aims to...
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has taken a significant step by joining the 4th Generation University Initiative. This move is aimed at enriching innovation and enhancing the university’s global academic presence. The 4th Generation University Initiative focuses on transforming educational approaches and emphasizes the importance of innovation in higher education. By participating in this initiative, ADU...
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) in the United Arab Emirates has established a partnership with the US-based Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) to improve the quality of nursing education within the country. This collaboration aims to align UAE nursing programs with international academic standards and supports the national healthcare...
Khalifa University of Science and Technology has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to host the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), a prominent US-based organization. This partnership aims to advance research and innovation in the fields of energy and technology. The MoU was announced on March 20, 2025, and highlights the commitment of Khalifa...
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that registration for the new version of the scholarship program will be open from May 1 to June 1, 2025. This program aims to send outstanding UAE students to pursue their studies at 60 prestigious global universities. The scholarship offers more than five leading diplomatic specializations, contributing to...
Rabdan Academy has made history by becoming the first higher education institution in the UAE to receive the prestigious Institutional Excellence Certificate “Validated by EFQM” from the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM). This achievement underscores the Academy’s commitment to excellence in education, training, and research, particularly in the fields of safety, security, defense, emergency...
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), in collaboration with 42 Abu Dhabi, has introduced the ‘AI for Teachers’ program to enhance the skills of educators in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their teaching methods. This initiative aims to empower teachers to tackle significant challenges in education, such as improving classroom engagement, personalizing...
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has officially launched the ‘Knowledge Lounge’ in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia. This initiative is part of the National Reading Month 2025 activities, which operate under the theme ‘The UAE Reads’. Collaborating with the Federal Youth Authority of the UAE, represented by the Emirates Global Youth Council...
Several schools in the UAE have launched a zero-tolerance campaign against vaping, spearheaded by GEMS Education. The initiative includes measures such as random bag checks and integrating anti-vaping education into the curriculum to create safer learning environments free from harmful substances. Recognizing vaping as a rising global health issue, GEMS Education aims to proactively address...