About ADU Innovate (ADUi)

Where Ideas Transform into Ventures

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Empowering Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Abu Dhabi University

ADU Innovate (ADUi) is the innovation and entrepreneurship hub of Abu Dhabi University, dedicated to transforming ideas into impactful solutions.

By combining academic excellence with practical experience, we prepare students, faculty, staff, and community members to tackle real-world challenges and thrive in a dynamic global environment.

At the heart of ADUi is a commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. We support a diverse range of initiatives—whether it’s nurturing startups, driving research-based ventures, or fostering sustainable development. Our mission is aligned with the UAE’s vision for a knowledge-based economy, contributing to national priorities like the "Make it in the Emirates" initiative and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Join us at ADUi, where innovation meets opportunity, and together, we can shape a brighter future.

Leading with Integrity and Innovation

ADU's Vision, Mission, Strategic Objectives, and Core Values for a future of innovation and impact.
Vision and Mission

Vision: To optimize the positive impact of innovation and entrepreneurship research, education, and training, contributing to the UAE’s innovation strategy through sustainable and inclusive research, innovation, and incubation strategies.

Mission: To incubate initiatives from students, faculty, staff, and community members, addressing economic, social, and environmental concerns with innovative solutions.

  • Research Pillar: Bridging academia and industry to solve real-world challenges.
  • Innovation Pillar: Empowering innovators with knowledge, skills, and connections.
  • Incubation Pillar: Supporting startups and projects from conception to implementation.

Strategic Goals

In achieving its mission, the ORSP provides, nurtures, and supports the research activities of Abu Dhabi University faculty and students. This includes assistance with grant proposal development, submission, and follow-up, as well as a commitment to the integration of research into teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Build and Enhance

Build and enhance the applied research capacity of ADU in selected strategic areas.

Research Infrastructure

Provide a research infrastructure that is responsive to the needs of scholars and students.

Corporate and Government

Partner with prominent corporate and government agencies in the UAE and the region to target external funding.

Scientific Scholars

Develop and foster a network of local and international scientific scholars and attract the best scholars from around the world.

Integrate Research

Integrate research and teaching and develop new activities that enrich the student experience.

Maximize Opportunities

Transfer and disseminate knowledge to the communities Abu Dhabi University serves and maximize opportunities for commercialization.

Building a global network of innovation through strategic partnerships