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MBZUAI appoints Dr. Behjat Al Yousuf to lead outreach and engagement initiatives

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Summary

MBZUAI has appointed Dr. Behjat Al Yousuf as Executive Vice President for Outreach and Engagement. Dr. Al Yousuf will lead the university's external partnership mission, develop AI research initiatives, and provide AI advisory services to public and private sector organizations. Previously, Dr. Al Yousuf was Interim Provost of Masdar Institute and has held roles in the UAE Space Agency and other international groups. Why it matters: This appointment signals MBZUAI's commitment to expanding its reach and impact through strategic partnerships and community engagement in the UAE and beyond.

Keywords

MBZUAI · Behjat Al Yousuf · AI research · partnership · UAE

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