Named as one of 6 teams to receive funding in order to bring research project to market.

Khalifa University faculty members Dr. Ahsan Khandoker and Dr. Hani Saleh were recently named as one of six teams to win Qatar’s Challenge 22 a legacy initiative for the 2022 World Cup. Their winning idea is a device that monitors safe exercise for athletes and non-athletes alike.  They were chosen out of 330 applicants from around the GCC and were the only team from the UAE to win. The team received USD 20 000 as well as the opportunity to work with mentors in their field of interest develop their idea into a prototype and ultimately the chance to showcase their ideas on a global platform.   

Their idea stems from the need to monitor peoples’ exercise habits as over exercise can lead to severe injuries that sometimes requires months to recover and may even cause sudden cardiac death. Currently there are no safe ways outside of a laboratory environment to monitor exercise intensity for high risk patients and athletes. They proposed a wearable wrist band that reads a person’s heart rate breathing rate body temperature blood oxygen level and physical activity level along with environment temperature humidity and personal physiological profile. This information is then fed into a unique predictive model that determines the safe exercise intensity limit and alerts the user when it’s been passed. 

The proposed device can be used by people with sedentary lifestyle wanting to get back into a healthy lifestyle people with cardiovascular risk such as diabetes obesity hypertension and even elite athletes. 

Another Khalifa University team consisting of Dr. Nelson King Dr. Raja Jayaraman Dr. Yousef Iraqi and Dr. Nawaf Almoosa were also named among the 18 semi-finalists invited to present their research titled:  “Where is my guide? A system for providing real and virtual venue assistance” in Qatar. 

“We are very pleased with our faculty’s win in Qatar ” said Dr. Tod Laursen Khalifa University’s President. “This is an excellent opportunity for them to develop and market new technology aimed at helping people lead healthier lives.  We encourage our faculty to explore projects that can enhance the wellbeing of the UAE’s citizens and society as a whole and technology focused on encouraging physical fitness and providing people with information about healthy physical activity is very important in today’s society.”

Professor Raed Shubair is pursuing joint research collaborations and projects with MIT professors and researchers.

Khalifa University Professor of Electrical Engineering Prof. Raed Shubair has been pursuing his research this summer from the grounds of the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge Massachusetts USA following his official appointment as “Visiting Scientist” which began in June 2015.

Prof. Shubair has been actively engaged in pursuing joint research collaborations and projects with MIT professors and researchers on applications of real need in our daily life. For example two of his projects at MIT have focused on the development of new wearable sensors for monitoring heart and diabetic patients as well as the design of novel antennas for early detection of breast and brain cancer. The research teams working on these projects include researchers with diverse technical backgrounds in engineering and biology and involves collaboration between MIT and Harvard Medical School.

In addition to his research activities within MIT campus Prof. Shubair gave a number of technical seminars in various part of USA and Canada over the summer. He spoke to students and professors at MIT and at the MIT Lincoln Laboratory as well as at the Ohio State University and at the University of Texas at Dallas. He also spoke at a major technical conference in Vancouver Canada.

“I have been enjoying quality productive time in MIT’s vibrant and dynamic research environment ” said Prof. Shubair. “Through this appointment I have had the opportunity to spread the name of Khalifa University and to show people here that scientific innovation knows no borders. The ability to interact with prominent professors and top researchers at MIT and engage with them in daily technical discussions at a competitive intellectual level has had a tremendous positive impression on my work. My appointment at MIT has been a major milestone in my academic career and an ultimate reward for my dedicated efforts and hard work with my students over my many years at Khalifa University.”

This is not the first time Prof. Shubair who joined Khalifa University in 1993 has been recognized for his innovative work. In July 2015 the largest professional engineering organization Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Antennas and Propagation (AP) Society announced the appointment of Prof. Shubair as the IEEE AP Society Coordinator for Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region. This recognition has come after Prof. Shubair’s active role within the international academic and professional engineering community over the past 25 years. As part of this appointment Prof. Shubair will be responsible for coordinating activities carried out by IEEE AP Society chapters in all the countries within the MENA region such as “IEEE Distinguished Lecturer Program.” At the same time Prof. Shubair was appointed a member of IEEE AP Society Education Committee. He will be responsible along with other international experts for the development and implementation of the “IEEE Global EM Education Initiative.”

“We are very pleased with all the hard work and dedication Prof. Shubair has shown to Khalifa University and to the engineering profession ” said Khalifa University President Prof. Tod Laursen. “Khalifa University strives to world-class faculty from around the world and Prof. Shubair well-deserved appointment at MIT and the recent leading roles assigned to him by IEEE show that we are doing just that. It is also indicative of the types of experiences we aim to help our faculty secure at quality institutions around the world through research leaves conference travel programs and the like. Our faculty bring back collaborations and experiences from this type of appointment that really benefit our students over the long run. Raed has consistently demonstrated his commitment and dedication to sharing his knowledge and experiences with Khalifa University students and I have no doubt his work at MIT will benefit them in the future also.”

Professor Raed Shubair is pursuing joint research collaborations and projects with MIT professors and researchers.

Khalifa University Professor of Electrical Engineering  Prof. Raed Shubair has been pursuing his research this summer from the grounds of the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge Massachusetts USA following his official appointment as “Visiting Scientist” which began in June 2015.

Prof. Shubair has been actively engaged in pursuing joint research collaborations and projects with MIT professors and researchers on applications of real need in our daily life. For example two of his projects at MIT have focused on the development of new wearable sensors for monitoring heart and diabetic patients as well as the design of novel antennas for early detection of breast and brain cancer. The research teams working on these projects include researchers with diverse technical backgrounds in engineering and biology and involves collaboration between MIT and Harvard Medical School.

In addition to his research activities within MIT campus Prof. Shubair gave a number of technical seminars in various part of USA and Canada over the summer. He spoke to students and professors at MIT and at the MIT Lincoln Laboratory as well as at the Ohio State University and at the University of Texas at Dallas. He also spoke at a major technical conference in Vancouver Canada.

“I have been enjoying quality productive time in MIT’s vibrant and dynamic research environment ” said Prof. Shubair. “Through this appointment I have had the opportunity to spread the name of Khalifa University and to show people here that scientific innovation knows no borders. The ability to interact with prominent professors and top researchers at MIT and engage with them in daily technical discussions at a competitive intellectual level has had a tremendous positive impression on my work. My appointment at MIT has been a major milestone in my academic career and an ultimate reward for my dedicated efforts and hard work with my students over my many years at Khalifa University.”

This is not the first time Prof. Shubair who joined Khalifa University in 1993 has been recognized for his innovative work. In July 2015 the largest professional engineering organization Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Antennas and Propagation (AP) Society announced the appointment of Prof. Shubair as the IEEE AP Society Coordinator for Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region. This recognition has come after Prof. Shubair’s active role within the international academic and professional engineering community over the past 25 years. As part of this appointment Prof. Shubair will be responsible for coordinating activities carried out by IEEE AP Society chapters in all the countries within the MENA region such as “IEEE Distinguished Lecturer Program.” At the same time Prof. Shubair was appointed a member of IEEE AP Society Education Committee. He will be responsible along with other international experts for the development and implementation of the “IEEE Global EM Education Initiative.”

“We are very pleased with all the hard work and dedication Prof. Shubair has shown to Khalifa University and to the engineering profession ” said Khalifa University President Prof. Tod Laursen. “Khalifa University strives to world-class faculty from around the world and Prof. Shubair well-deserved appointment at MIT and the recent leading roles assigned to him by IEEE show that we are doing just that. It is also indicative of the types of experiences we aim to help our faculty secure at quality institutions around the world through research leaves conference travel programs and the like. Our faculty bring back collaborations and experiences from this type of appointment that really benefit our students over the long run. Raed has consistently demonstrated his commitment and dedication to sharing his knowledge and experiences with Khalifa University students and I have no doubt his work at MIT will benefit them in the future also.” 

Khalifa University announced that its undergraduate degree programs in Aerospace Biomedical Communication Electrical and Electronic Mechanical and Computer Engineering have been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied science computing engineering and engineering technology.

ABET accreditation assures that programs meet standards to produce graduates ready to enter critical technical fields that are leading the way in innovation and emerging technologies and anticipating the welfare and safety needs of the public.

“This is exciting news for Khalifa University ” says Khalifa University President Dr. Tod Laursen. “Receiving accreditation means that your programs are held to an international standard and are internationally recognized which in turn means that our students have stronger job prospects and greater prospects for continued education. Khalifa University strives to create high quality programs taught by experienced faculty that are active in the research world and in the academic world. I believe that the accreditation of six of our programs demonstrates our commitment.”

“Khalifa University was founded in order to help the UAE achieve its inspired vision for the future ” said Khalifa University Executive Vice President Dr. Arif Al Hammadi. “Our wise leadership knows that way forward is through the advancement of science and technology and through encouraging youth to pursue these exciting careers. Accreditation by ABET goes a long way in supporting the UAE’s vision by ensuring that our science and technology offerings are of a high quality and competitive with those offered around the world.”

Sought worldwide ABET’s voluntary peer-review process is highly respected because it adds critical value to academic programs in the technical disciplines where quality precision and safety are of the utmost importance.

Developed by technical professionals from ABET’s member societies ABET criteria focus on what students experience and learn. ABET accreditation reviews look at program curricula faculty facilities and institutional support and are conducted by teams of highly skilled professionals from industry academia and government with expertise in the ABET disciplines.

ABET is a nonprofit non-governmental organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). It currently accredits almost 3 500 programs at nearly 700 colleges and universities in 28 countries.

More information about ABET its member societies and the accreditation criteria used to evaluate programs can be found at www.abet.org.

Khalifa University is an independent non-profit coeducational institution inaugurated in 2007 as part of an Abu Dhabi Government initiative.

Khalifa University is dedicated to the advancement of learning through teaching and research and to the discovery and application of knowledge. It endeavors to be an internationally recognized research university with a world-class reputation for interdisciplinary teaching and research and a tradition of partnering with leading academic institutions from around the world.

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Khalifa University announced that its undergraduate degree programs in Aerospace Biomedical Communication Electrical and Electronic Mechanical and Computer Engineering have been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied science computing engineering and engineering technology.

ABET accreditation assures that programs meet standards to produce graduates ready to enter critical technical fields that are leading the way in innovation and emerging technologies and anticipating the welfare and safety needs of the public.

“This is exciting news for Khalifa University ” says Khalifa University President Dr. Tod Laursen. “Receiving accreditation means that your programs are held to an international standard and are internationally recognized which in turn means that our students have stronger job prospects and greater prospects for continued education. Khalifa University strives to create high quality programs taught by experienced faculty that are active in the research world and in the academic world. I believe that the accreditation of six of our programs demonstrates our commitment.”

“Khalifa University was founded in order to help the UAE achieve its inspired vision for the future ” said Khalifa University Executive Vice President Dr. Arif Al Hammadi. “Our wise leadership knows that way forward is through the advancement of science and technology and through encouraging youth to pursue these exciting careers. Accreditation by ABET goes a long way in supporting the UAE’s vision by ensuring that our science and technology offerings are of a high quality and competitive with those offered around the world.”

Sought worldwide ABET’s voluntary peer-review process is highly respected because it adds critical value to academic programs in the technical disciplines where quality precision and safety are of the utmost importance.

Developed by technical professionals from ABET’s member societies ABET criteria focus on what students experience and learn. ABET accreditation reviews look at program curricula faculty facilities and institutional support and are conducted by teams of highly skilled professionals from industry academia and government with expertise in the ABET disciplines.

ABET is a nonprofit non-governmental organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). It currently accredits almost 3 500 programs at nearly 700 colleges and universities in 28 countries.

More information about ABET its member societies and the accreditation criteria used to evaluate programs can be found at www.abet.org.

Khalifa University is an independent non-profit coeducational institution inaugurated in 2007 as part of an Abu Dhabi Government initiative.

Khalifa University is dedicated to the advancement of learning through teaching and research and to the discovery and application of knowledge. It endeavors to be an internationally recognized research university with a world-class reputation for interdisciplinary teaching and research and a tradition of partnering with leading academic institutions from around the world.

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Influx of new students will benefit from new research facilities and recreational activities

Khalifa University welcomed yesterday its new class of students by holding an Orientation Day that showcased what they have in-store during the course of their education including information on possible majors the University’s diverse research centers and introductions to its various student clubs and sporting activities that all make up the University’s vibrant community.

New students were taken on a tour of the campus met with student counsellors to discuss course loads and met with older students and faculty members who introduced them to life at the University and answered any questions or concerns.

Khalifa University which is supported by the government of the UAE and owned entirely by the Emirate of Abu Dhabi has seen substantial growth since its inception in 2008 including the construction of its new state-of-the-art Abu Dhabi campus which is forecasted to open the end of 2016.

New students were welcomed by Dr. Tod Laursen Khalifa University President and Dr. Mohammed al Mualla Senior Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies. They each delivered a welcome note and talked about Khalifa University’s efforts in maintaining high quality academic offerings. The recent ABET global accreditation to six undergraduate programs is a testament to this.

“Khalifa University works hard to make sure its students have access to everything they need to excel at their studies to become leaders of industry and to contribute meaningfully to the future of the UAE ” says Dr. Arif Al Hammadi Executive Vice President of Khalifa University. “We know that a lot goes into developing well rounded leaders so we are sure to provide our students with access to knowledge to opportunities to explore learn and travel and to chances to give back to their community through volunteer initiatives and charity work. Khalifa University is not just an education it’s a community. It’s a network of peers alumni faculty and collaborators who all strive to see each other succeed and to see the UAE and its people grow and prosper.”

Khalifa University’s culture of research and innovation attracts top faculty from around the world. Khalifa University faculty members have won competitions issued by NASA the Gates Foundation and Qatar and have been invited to be guest researchers at such prestigious institutions as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Duke University and Imperial College (London). A recent university ranking released by QS found Khalifa University researchers to have the top publication rate per capita of any institution in the MENA region. Additionally a Khalifa University student came second in the regional leg of Microsoft’s Imagine Cup after winning the UAE leg. His innovative app of a game called Cayram has been downloaded over one million times.

Its students also enjoy exciting internships with international companies. This year saw record sixty students attend internships in nine different countries including Germany Japan Australia the United States South Korea and United Kingdom.

Khalifa University students also benefit from comprehensive academic scholarships such as the Buhooth scholarship for graduate students which provides UAE nationals with their full academic tuition and a competitive salary while they complete their advanced studies.

Influx of new students will benefit from new research facilities and recreational activities

Khalifa University welcomed yesterday its new class of students by holding an Orientation Day that showcased what they have in-store during the course of their education including information on possible majors the University’s diverse research centers and introductions to its various student clubs and sporting activities that all make up the University’s vibrant community.

New students were taken on a tour of the campus met with student counsellors to discuss course loads and met with older students and faculty members who introduced them to life at the University and answered any questions or concerns.

Khalifa University which is supported by the government of the UAE and owned entirely by the Emirate of Abu Dhabi has seen substantial growth since its inception in 2008 including the construction of its new state-of-the-art Abu Dhabi campus which is forecasted to open the end of 2016.

New students were welcomed by Dr. Tod Laursen Khalifa University President and Dr. Mohammed al Mualla Senior Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies. They each delivered a welcome note and talked about Khalifa University’s efforts in maintaining high quality academic offerings. The recent ABET global accreditation to six undergraduate programs is a testament to this.

“Khalifa University works hard to make sure its students have access to everything they need to excel at their studies to become leaders of industry and to contribute meaningfully to the future of the UAE ” says Dr. Arif Al Hammadi Executive Vice President of Khalifa University. “We know that a lot goes into developing well rounded leaders so we are sure to provide our students with access to knowledge to opportunities to explore learn and travel and to chances to give back to their community through volunteer initiatives and charity work. Khalifa University is not just an education it’s a community. It’s a network of peers alumni faculty and collaborators who all strive to see each other succeed and to see the UAE and its people grow and prosper.”

Khalifa University’s culture of research and innovation attracts top faculty from around the world. Khalifa University faculty members have won competitions issued by NASA the Gates Foundation and Qatar and have been invited to be guest researchers at such prestigious institutions as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Duke University and Imperial College (London). A recent university ranking released by QS found Khalifa University researchers to have the top publication rate per capita of any institution in the MENA region. Additionally a Khalifa University student came second in the regional leg of Microsoft’s Imagine Cup after winning the UAE leg. His innovative app of a game called Cayram has been downloaded over one million times.

Its students also enjoy exciting internships with international companies. This year saw record sixty students attend internships in nine different countries including Germany Japan Australia the United States South Korea and United Kingdom.

Khalifa University students also benefit from comprehensive academic scholarships such as the Buhooth scholarship for graduate students which provides UAE nationals with their full academic tuition and a competitive salary while they complete their advanced studies.