Masdar Institute of Science and Technology has initiated a special program, Young Future Energy Leaders, to offer tomorrow’s energy leaders specialized workshops, seminars, and unrivalled networking opportunities at this first event, to be held during the 3rd annual World Future Energy Summit – part of Future Energy Week in Abu…
Read MoreMasdar signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ministry of Education and Abu Dhabi Education Council to advance sustainability and renewable energy science study in schools across the country. "Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Masdar CEO, signs a MoU with His excellency Humaid Mohamed Obaid Al Qutami, Minister of Education and…
Read MoreThe Khalifa Award for Education was established to reward the efforts of all who excel in the educational field, to celebrate their efforts and creativity, and to recognize their work in research, projects and programs everywhere. The Award is blessed by the generous support of His Highness President of the…
Read MoreFew would associate running on a treadmill with helping fight global warming. But for residents of Masdar city, the carbon-neutral development being built near the capital, they will go hand-in-hand. Cityscape Dubai heard yesterday that treadmills in the gymnasium at the Masdar Institute will generate electricity for its air-conditioning system.…
Read MoreAbu Dhabi on Saturday broke ground on Masdar City, the world's first zero-carbon, zero-waste, car-free city. The milestone event was marked by the laying of a virtual cornerstone by General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces,…
Read MoreAbu Dhabi makes international headlines during WFES (24 January 2008) The global spotlight is currently on Abu Dhabi with over 200 local and international media attending the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 21 - 23 January 2008. All eyes were on…
Read MoreFor almost half a century Abu Dhabi has been a world leader in energy production. Now the nation is keen to play its full part in the development and implementation of alternative sources of energy. Masdar is the catalyst for fusing research and innovation from the world’s finest academic institutions…
Read MoreMASDAR is seeking 20 of the brightest and most promising young UAE scholars for Fellowships at the most prestigious international scientific institutions. Intent: In April 2006, Abu Dhabi took a bold and historic decision to embrace renewable and sustainable energy technologies. As the first major hydro-carbon producing nation to take…
Read MoreMasdar Institute Faculty Gathers Interdisciplinary Team to Conduct Research in Biomass-Derived Fuels Abu Dhabi-UAE: 30 October, 2012 – Abu Dhabi’s abundant sunshine and climate make it a near-ideal location for growing algae for commercial production of biofuels. Such unique geographic and climatic conditions further enhance the opportunity for the Emirate…
Read MoreSessions to Highlight Innovation and Smart Technologies in Asia Abu Dhabi-UAE: 20 October, 2012 – Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, an independent, research-driven graduate-level university focused on advanced energy and sustainable technologies, today announced its faculty will lead two key sessions to mark participation in the Asia Future Energy…
Read MorePrestigious International Journal Names Dr Youssef Shatilla of Masdar Institute Guest Editor for Special Edition on ‘Nuclear Desalination’ Abu Dhabi-UAE: 17 October, 2012 – The UAE’s water and energy security will receive a major boost if the desalination plants can be linked to nuclear power. Nuclear desalination is a well-known…
Read MoreSemiconductor foundry granting access to leading-edge technology platform for researchers and students from Masdar Institute Abu Dhabi, UAE: GLOBALFOUNDRIES today announced an innovative partnership with Masdar Institute to help spur the continued development of Abu Dhabi as a center for semiconductor R&D and manufacturing excellence. As the world's second largest…
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