Research Themes

Achieving the United Nation’s sustainable development goals

Dedicated to Advancing Sustainability

At the Research Institute for Sustainable Futures (RISF), we are dedicated to advancing sustainability by addressing key themes such as health, environmental sustainability, economic growth, social equity, and education.

These research themes have been selected to highlight our expertise in sustainability and to frame our research strengths around the practical sustainability challenges facing both society and the environment. 

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Health and Well-being for Sustainable Development (SDG3)

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Sustainable Energy and Water Security (SDG 6, 7)

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Climate Adaptation and Resilient Infrastructure (SDG 9,13)

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Fostering Inclusive Economic Growth and Sustainable Urban Development (SDG 8,10, 11,12)

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Education for Sustainable Development (SDG 4)

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Sustainable Health & Wellbeing

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Sustainable Construction & Green Issues

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Resilient Climate Change

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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

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.
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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.