UAE University (UAEU) and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) are strengthening research ties through collaboration. A UAEU delegation visited MBZUAI to discuss joint programs and cooperation, aiming to develop academic talent. MBZUAI has 133 students from 40 countries enrolled in graduate programs like computer vision, machine learning, and NLP. Why it matters: This partnership between two leading UAE institutions can help advance the nation's AI capabilities and contribute to its 50-year vision.
MBZUAI and TII have formed a partnership to advance AI research and strengthen the AI ecosystem in the UAE. The collaboration framework enables joint fundamental and applied research in key domains of AI, including neuromorphic computing and autonomous vehicles. The two organizations will share research resources and exchange students, faculty, and researchers. Why it matters: This partnership strengthens Abu Dhabi's position as a regional AI hub and promotes economic growth through AI-based knowledge.
MBZUAI and the University of Michigan Ann Arbor have announced a new collaboration in AI research, sponsored by the U.S. Mission to the UAE. The partnership focuses on projects addressing the cultural divide in AI, with research teams from both institutions collaborating throughout the 2023/2024 academic year. A workshop titled “Bridging the Cultural Divide in AI: Analyzing Fairness, Bias, and Transparency across Cultures” will be held on April 29-30. Why it matters: The collaboration strengthens ties between the UAE and the U.S. in AI, addressing critical issues of fairness and cultural sensitivity in AI development.
MBZUAI and MIT Schwarzman College of Computing have launched a collaborative research program to advance AI across scientific discovery, human thriving, and planetary health. The program will involve faculty, students, and research staff from both institutions, with projects jointly led by principal investigators from each. The collaboration aims to strengthen AI foundations and accelerate its application to pressing societal challenges, aligning with both MIT's goals and the UAE's mission to become a global AI innovation hub. Why it matters: This partnership between a leading UAE AI university and a top US institution will foster impactful AI research and development, contributing to both regional and global advancements in the field.
MBZUAI and the Weizmann Institute of Science (WIS) are deepening research ties through ongoing engagement and knowledge sharing. A delegation from MBZUAI visited WIS to discuss collaboration across a range of research projects overseen by a joint review board. The partnership, formalized in 2021 through the MBZUAI-WIS Joint Program for Artificial Intelligence Research, focuses on advancing research in natural and machine intelligence. Why it matters: This collaboration strengthens the AI research ecosystem in the region and leverages expertise from both institutions to develop AI technologies for societal benefit.