Research Institutes

Achieving the United Nation’s sustainable development goals

Transform Innovative Ideas into Real‑World

The Research Institute for Sustainable Futures at Abu Dhabi University is dedicated to advancing research and fostering strategic partnerships with industry, policymakers, and the community to accelerate the transition toward a resilient and sustainable future, both in the UAE and globally.

Focusing on key research themes such as urban sustainability, renewable energies, energy storage, sustainable agricultures, climate change, and water management solutions. We aim to develop impactful projects that not only benefit the UAE but also extend our reach to support global industries.

Research Institute for Sustainable Futures (RISF)

RISF addresses sustainability challenges through interdisciplinary research aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Research themes include:

  • Sustainable energy systems
  • Climate resilience
  • Sustainable infrastructure
  • Environmental sustainability
  • Circular economy

Research Institute for AI and Emerging Technologies (RIAIET)

RIAIET advances research in:

  • Artificial intelligence
  • Robotics
  • Smart manufacturing
  • Cyber-physical systems
  • Digital health technologies

The institute integrates expertise from engineering, computing, health sciences, and business analytics.

Abu Dhabi University Cancer Research Institute (ADU-CRI)

The Cancer Research Institute supports interdisciplinary cancer research integrating:

  • Genomics
  • Biomedical engineering
  • AI-based diagnostics
  • Biomarker discovery
  • Translational medicine

The institute collaborates with healthcare providers to translate scientific discoveries into clinical applications.

Research center team working on a collaborative project

A world-class center of cutting-edge and innovative research

The Research Institute for Sustainable Futures(RISF) focuses the collective research expertise of Abu Dhabi University on achieving the United Nation’s sustainable development goals (SDGs) and on contributing to reaching the 2050 net-zero goals in areas where it is currently internationally recognized for the breadth and depth of its research excellence.

The RISF seeks to develop inter-disciplinary research programs to tackle complex problems from multiple perspectives.

Foster advanced research activities, position the university among the best research-intensive institutions in the UAE and the region. Also, to support technology transfer to industry, provide real-world solutions, and supports the UAE's transition towards a knowledge-based economy.

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We collaborates with global universities and industry partners

University of Sharjah – Research and academic partner of Abu Dhabi University.
University of Toronto campus – A research partner of Abu Dhabi University.
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Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) – A research partner of Abu Dhabi University.
University of Technology Sydney logo – International academic partnership with Abu Dhabi University.
Collaborative logo between GU and USM universities
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University partnership banner for GU-TUB collaboration
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Qatar Research and Technology Alliance logo – Abu Dhabi University partner
Logo of Beirut Arab University – Abu Dhabi University research partner.
The University of Arizona – A research partner of Abu Dhabi University.
Lancaster University – A global academic partner of Abu Dhabi University.
Carleton University – Academic and research partner of Abu Dhabi University.