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Abu Dhabi University (ADU) was selected by the Association of Arab Universities (AArU) to represent the UAE in the "10 + 10 Cooperation" initiative, which aims to enhance the Chinese-Arab education through collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) made a significant impact at the Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC) 2024, held from 10 – 13 June in Bangkok, Thailand. Represented by Prof. Sherine Farouk, Associate Provost for Academic Projects and Internationalization, ADU demonstrated its dedication to sustainability and digital transformation.

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) is honored to announce its nomination to represent the UAE in the esteemed 10+10 Arab-Chinese Universities Program, an initiative spearheaded by the Association of Arab Universities (AArU). This significant collaboration was unveiled at the First International Conference on Universities and Artificial Intelligence Technology, held recently in Amman, Jordan.

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Burjeel Holdings, a leading super-specialty healthcare services provider in MENA, to advance research in health sciences and enhance the academic experience for university students through world-class practical expertise.

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.

In line with its ongoing efforts to empower women in engineering, Abu Dhabi University (ADU), concluded the sixth annual 'Women in Engineering Forum' 2024 for the fifth consecutive year. The Forum was organized by ADU’s College of Engineering in collaboration with the International Federation of Structural Concrete UAE (fib-UAE), and in strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi City Municipality, the Society of Engineers and Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau and sponsored by TransGulf Readymix.

In line with its commitment to fostering innovation and critical thinking among students, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) commenced the 11^th Undergraduate Research and Innovation Competition (URIC) today at the University's main campus. The annual Competition serves as a platform for university students to showcase their research projects across 28 tracks in the fields of engineering, business, education, arts and social sciences, natural and health sciences, and innovation.

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.

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) hosted its first edition of the International Conference on Environment Design, Material Science and Engineering Technologies (EDMSET), held in collaboration with the International Experts for Research Enrichment and Knowledge Exchange (IEREK). The conference took place at ADU's Dubai campus from the 22^nd to the 24^th of April 2024, which provided attendees with a platform to engage in discussions and foster innovation across various fields, including mechanical engineering, architecture, computation, automation, aerospace engineering, and environmental resilience. Additionally, prior to the conference 150 research papers were submitted by subject matter experts and presented during the EDMSET.

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) reaffirms its commitment to educational excellence with the launch of two cutting-edge professional development certificates through its SMART Learning Center, the "Art and Science of Teaching Professional Development Certificate" and the "AI-Enhanced Teaching and Learning Certificate." These certificates mark a significant advancement in ADU's teaching methodologies, promising to elevate the faculty's teaching methodology and thus contributing to the overall student learning experience.

Abu Dhabi University (ADU)'s College of Engineering signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mott MacDonald, a global engineering, management and development consultancy, with the aim of advancing students' research and innovation skills in the field of engineering.

In conjunction with the UAE Innovation Month, Abu Dhabi University's (ADU) faculty members, students, and alumni participated in the Quantum Innovation Summit Dubai 2024, which took place from 28^th to 29^th of February 2024, to exchange knowledge and expertise with subject matter experts in the field. Organized by Vernewell Academy, the event aimed to bridge connections between international stakeholders and the local community, as well as foster collaboration between academia and the quantum industry.