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.
Ajman University has introduced a new PhD program in Artificial Intelligence. The program aims to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in AI, preparing them for leadership roles in academia and industry. Faculty members associated with the program are ranked among the world's top 0.5% of scientists. Why it matters: This initiative highlights the growing focus on AI education and research within the UAE, contributing to the development of local expertise in this critical field.
Khalifa University's podcast, KU Pulse, featured Dr. Jamal Alsawalhi discussing the challenges of decarbonizing the transport sector. The episode explores battery costs, infrastructure, supply chains, and public perception, highlighting emerging KU technologies like rare earth free motors and wireless charging. Another episode featured Dr. Mohamed Ramy Elmarry and Omar Aldhanhani discussing the UAE's first mainland Antarctic expedition. Why it matters: The podcast highlights KU's research contributions to sustainable technologies and polar science, crucial for addressing climate change and promoting innovation in the UAE.
NYUAD and MBZUAI co-hosted the 2022 Conference on Empirical Methods in Natural Language Processing (EMNLP) in Abu Dhabi from December 7-11. EMNLP is a top-tier NLP and AI conference organized by the ACL special interest group on linguistic data (SIGDAT). MBZUAI's Natural Language Processing Department is actively developing NLP datasets and methods to solve social problems. Why it matters: Hosting EMNLP in the UAE highlights the growing importance of NLP research in the region and the increasing contributions of local institutions like MBZUAI to the field.