Khalifa University will participate in the NAJAH Education and Career Fair 2016 which takes place from October 25-27 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC). Students faculty and staff from the University which was recently named the top university in the UAE by global rankings publications QS and Times Higher Education will be on hand to answer questions from prospective students and their parents as well as display some of the institution’s cutting-edge research and technology.

Khalifa University which offers an array of science and engineering programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels has continuously earned high praise for its student/faculty ratios faculty citations research and publications industry and international engagement and academic reputation. With over 70 issued/filed US patents eleven specialized research centers and institutions and a female student population of 60% (twice the global average for women in science and technology) the University has consistently differentiated itself internationally from similar institutions.

The University has also added two new programs to its offerings this year a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and a Masters in Science in Systems and Engineering Management. The Chemical Engineering B.Sc. program at Khalifa University will educate engineers in the design development and operation of the chemical processes by which chemicals petroleum products food pharmaceuticals and consumer goods are produced both economically and safely.  Career options for students choosing this path include jobs in the nuclear oil and gas and manufacturing industries.

The MSc in Systems and Engineering Management program includes advanced courses in data analysis optimization decision-making tools and leadership skills. These tools will complement the students’ existing engineering education and greatly enhance their chances of advancement in their careers.  The program also offers several specializations tracks in Supply Chain Logistics and Transportation Lean Manufacturing Systems and Healthcare Systems Engineering.

The University also offers nine other unique Bachelors programs including Aerospace Biomedical Communication Computer (with an optional concentration in Software Systems) Electrical and Electronic (with an optional concentration in Power Systems) and  Mechanical Engineering which recently  achieved ABET accreditation as well as Civil Engineering and Industrial and Systems Engineering and a B.Sc. in Applied Mathematics and Statistics with optional concentrations in Financial Mathematics/Mathematical Biology. 

Khalifa University offers a variety of Masters degrees in International and Civil Security Information Security Nuclear Engineering and M.Sc. by Research in Engineering (Electrical and Computer) as well as MSc’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering and in Mechanical Engineering. In addition the University offers several PhD specializations in engineering including Mechanical Aerospace Nuclear Biomedical Robotics Communication and Computer and Electronic Engineering.

Emirati graduate prospective students will have an opportunity to see the benefits of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Scholarship Program (Buhooth) which offers students competitive monthly salaries for full time students health insurance to the students and their dependents covers all tuition fees study expenses international conference attendance expenses and provides job placement after graduation.

The University also offers a number of undergraduate scholarships for both UAE national and non-national students with most UAE national students eligible for coverage of 100% of their tuition fees. There are a limited number of full-scholarships available for non-national students with outstanding academic performance and personal qualities.  As well as a number of partial-scholarships covering 50% or 25% of tuition fees.

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Khalifa University participated in the first day of the NAJAH Education and Career Exhibition being held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC) with a stand featuring its updated logo which combines the University’s name in English and Arabic as well as a showcase of student projects. 

His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan the Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development visited Khalifa University’s stand at NAJAH and viewed  student projects on display which highlighted the University’s advanced robotic expertise as well as its commitment to collaborative research and advancing technology in areas important to the future of the UAE. One project on display called the SHARK ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) is an underwater vehicle designed to reach a depth of 100 meters.  The ROV’s operator has complete control over the vehicle and is able to navigate it in all directions using controlled thrusters in order to collect valuable data on marine life via cameras LED lights and an inertial measurement unit (IMU).  

Another project on show is the result of a collaboration between Khalifa University Mubadala and Strata.  The Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) System is a unique unmanned plane designed using the latest manufacturing technologies capable of using less fuel and carrying a larger payload while demonstrating improved communication and maneuverability than current UAV’s.

An interactive driving simulator is also on exhibition.  Designed by students in the University’s Industrial and Systems Engineering Department the state of the art simulator uses eye-tracking glasses to conduct studies on distracted driving. The glasses monitor the driver’s gaze while the simulator creates a realistic driving experience and measures reaction time.

A robotic arm that has been programmed to play the piano is also on display. The arm was created by a group of undergraduate students and supported by Khalifa University’s Robotics Institute (KURI). The students can control the multi-finger robotic hand and synchronize the fingers to that it can play the UAE national anthem on a piano.

The University which was recently named the best university in the UAE according to international education rankings QS and Times Higher Education also took the opportunity to inform interested potential students about its extensive programs both at the undergraduate and the graduate level. In this exhibition Khalifa University showcased its PhD and Master’s programs which span a range of specialties in the field of engineering including Robotics Aerospace Nuclear Mechanical and Biomedical.

“Ensuring that our students have access to state of the art facilities and laboratories and the funds and support they need to conduct worthwhile research into areas of particular importance to the UAE is one of Khalifa University’s main goals ” said Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Executive Vice President of Khalifa University. “Our graduate and undergraduate programs are designed to fill the human capital needs of the UAE’s future economy which is why you will see us offer programs covering a wide spectrum of focuses.  Whether our students are conducting research into aero systems or cyber security they are all dedicated to solving real world problems faced by industry and government in the UAE.”

Emirati graduate prospective students have an opportunity to see the benefits of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Scholarship Program (Buhooth) which offers students competitive monthly salaries for full time students health insurance to the students and their dependents covers all tuition fees study expenses international conference attendance expenses and provides job placement after graduation.

The University also informed interested students about its two new programs a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and a Masters in Science in Systems and Engineering Management. The Chemical Engineering B.Sc. program at focuses on educating engineers in the design development and operation of the chemical processes by which chemicals petroleum products food pharmaceuticals and consumer goods are produced both economically and safely.  Career options for students choosing this path include jobs in the nuclear oil and gas and manufacturing industries.

The MSc in Systems and Engineering Management program includes advanced courses in data analysis optimization decision-making tools and leadership skills. These tools will complement the students’ existing engineering education and greatly enhance their chances of advancement in their careers.  The program also offers several specializations tracks in Supply Chain Logistics and Transportation Lean Manufacturing Systems and Healthcare Systems Engineering.

The University also offers nine other unique Bachelors programs including Aerospace Biomedical Communication Computer (with an optional concentration in Software Systems) Electrical and Electronic (with an optional concentration in Power Systems) and  Mechanical Engineering which recently  achieved ABET accreditation as well as Civil Engineering and Industrial and Systems Engineering and a B.Sc. in Applied Mathematics and Statistics with optional concentrations in Financial Mathematics/Mathematical Biology. 

The University also offers a number of undergraduate scholarships for both UAE national and non-national students with most UAE national students eligible for coverage of 100% of their tuition fees. There are a limited number of full-scholarships available for non-national students with outstanding academic performance and personal qualities.  As well as a number of partial-scholarships covering 50% or 25% of tuition fees.

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Khalifa University has revealed the updated version of its logo which combines its previous English and Arabic logos into one bilingual logo and aims to strengthen Khalifa University’s institutional brand.

 

The announcement comes after the approval of the update during the University’s Board of Trustees meeting which the University hosted on its campus last month. The meeting was chaired by HH Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Chairman of Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the University.

A team of researchers from three continents have been working collaboratively with Khalifa University and the Abu Dhabi Police to identify genetic variation among Emiratis using a special kit which breaks down DNA samples. The team consists of representatives from the University of Western Australia Khalifa University the University of Central Lancashire and the Abu Dhabi Forensic laboratory. 

In their research the team was able to identify DNA traits specific to Emiratis (namely DNA referred to as Short Tandem Repeat (STR) markers). This database established by the team joins others from around the world that identify DNA specific to other ethnicities. These databases can be used to identify the ethnic background of a victim or perpetrator from DNA samples found at a crime scene making it easier for law enforcement officials to track down criminals or the identities of unknown victims.

Dr. Habiba Alsafar the Director of Khalifa University Biotechnology Center and one of the main researchers in the study said “Analyzing STR markers has become the preferred method among forensic scientists because of the already existing databases around the world and the availability of STR DNA analysis kits. There is enough information in international databases to determine whether or not a tested sample is from a documented ethnicity which makes it easier for law enforcement officials to narrow down who they are looking for. There are at least 21 STR markers that have been studied extensively in six continents. However there was very limited information on STR markers unique to Emiratis before this study.”

Mr. Osamah Alhmoudi Captain at Abu Dhabi Forensic Laboratory said “Those 21 STR DNA markers have been used successfully to identify individuals for paternity testing and for analyzing evidence from crime scenes in the UAE and we can now add DNA traits we have identified that are unique to the local population to our database.”

The information collected by the team has been published and is available in the Forensic Science International Genetics Journal for use by law enforcement agencies throughout the region. The team intends to use the kit in the future to identify DNA traits unique to other ethnic subpopulations in the UAE.

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Khalifa University celebrated United Arab Emirates’ Flag Day today with an assembly for students faculty and staff. Attendee’s recited the UAE’s National Anthem and the pledge of allegiance while raising the UAE’s flag.

Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Khalifa University’s Executive Vice President said: “The UAE flag is embedded in the hearts of all Emiratis. It is a symbol of the UAE that reminds us that we are united under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and it motivates our students to become scientists researchers and innovators and future leaders of industry and contribute to the UAE’s prosperity. Our flag is a symbol of the union of our beloved Emirates. It encourages us to work hard study and do everything we can to raise the name of the United Arab Emirates inspired by our wise leadership’s vision.”

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Khalifa University held a special two-day health and wellness event for its students faculty and staff on Tuesday November 1 and Wednesday November 2 which was designed to raise awareness among the University community about the importance of physical and mental health and wellbeing.

Health and Wellness Day is an annual event at Khalifa University featuring an exhibition of doctors nurses and specialists from leading local hospitals fitness centers and diet centers who conducted blood sugar tests blood pressure checks BMI and body composition tests and gave diet fitness and nutritional advice.

This year the event also focused on mental health hosting two lectures on stress management by psychiatrists.

“Khalifa University strongly believes in the importance of a healthy lifestyle and encouraging that in our community ” said Ebrahim Jafar Alahmed Acting Vice President of Communications & Business Development for Khalifa University. “As a center for research into lifestyle diseases such as Type II Diabetes cardiovascular issues and obesity we realize that we have to lead by example and providing our students faculty and staff with access to medical testing and diet and fitness advice is one way to do this. Health and Wellness Day also provides our Biomedical Engineering students a chance to engage with local doctors and nurses and assist with testing and diagnostic tests. Which is helpful to their future careers.”

The Health and Wellness Days follow the announcement that Khalifa University’s new campus will feature one of the largest fitness facilities in the UAE in an academic institution. Housed over four stories the gym will consist of separate two-level men and women’s facilities featuring state-of-the-art cardiovascular and weight lifting equipment as well as studios for Yoga and others for martial arts such as Boxing and Taekwondo. There will also be multi-use courts for basketball squash volleyball and badminton.

The facilities will be manned by experienced personal trainers and fitness professionals who will guide students faculty staff and alumni in proper technique in addition to organizing various group classes.

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Khalifa University held today open houses for two of the University’s eleven research centers. The Visual Signal Analysis and Processing Center (VSAP) which focuses on research into the areas of Surveillance and Machine Vision Video Communications and Image Security and Biometrics and Bio-Imaging and the Khalifa Semiconductor Research Center (KSRC) which is dedicated to investing in research centered around nanotechnology and microchip technology for a range of fields like biomedical engineering and nuclear engineering.

“The establishment of specialized research centers is key to fostering innovation at Khalifa University ” said Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Khalifa University’s Executive Vice President. “These centers operate as a focal point for industry involvement and a means of collaboration with other centers. By providing this kind of focus we are able to truly spotlight areas of mutual interest and advancement. In addition Innovation Week gives us the opportunity to really highlight the kind of cutting edge research the University is engaged in and offer activities for our students to participate in. It’s truly a wonderful way to highlight the importance of innovation to the UAE and future.”

Khalifa University has also scheduled activities for its other research centers over the rest of the Innovation Week including holding the UAE Advanced Network for Research and Education (Ankabut) annual Users’ Meeting on Monday November 21 which will take place at the Dusit Thani hotel in Abu Dhabi. Monday will also see open houses for the University’s Information Security Research Center (ISRC) and Emirates ICT Innovation Center (EBTIC).

On Wednesday November 23 the Aerospace Research and Innovation Center (ARIC) will be officially opened and Khalifa University will host a Ceremony for the Khalifa Innovation Center (KIC). The University will also hold an open house for the Khalifa University Center of Excellence in Biotechnology (KUCEB).

Thursday November 24 will see open houses for the Khalifa University Robotics Institute (KURI) and the Emirates Technology and Innovation Center (ETIC) as well as an exhibition of student projects.

Khalifa University was recently named the top university in the UAE by two international rankings QS and Times Higher Education both of which highlighted the institution’s faculty to student ratio and faculty publications as clear examples of the University’s dedication to research and innovation. Currently the University is a leader in academic publications and patents with over 50 US patents granted since its establishment in 2008.

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Under the patronage of His Excellency Hussain Al Hammadi the UAE’s Minister of Education the Khalifa University managed Emirates Advanced National Research and Education Network (Ankabut) organized today its 13th users meeting which was held today at the Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi and discussed a range of topics around the theme Read Research Innovate.

The conference brought together leaders in education research and technology for specialized lectures and technical sessions focused on issues related to educational technology. The first day of the event drew approximately 500 attendees primarily from the UAE higher education community and over 100 organizations and government entities.

The meeting also explored various education technology aspects of Ankabut’s services including new services high performance computing (HPC) open track global connectivity learning management systems (LMS) assessment EFADA (Ankabut Library Management System) and security and disaster recovery (DR).

In addition to speeches by Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Executive Vice President of Khalifa University and Fahem Al Nuaimi ANKABUT’s CEO there was a keynote address by a representative from IBM that focuses on “How rapid technology changes are disrupting the education of the employment system” and two lectures by Schneider Electric the strategic partner of the event and Huawei the event’s Platinum Sponsor. Speakers for the technical sessions included lecturers from various UAE post-secondary institutions such as Khalifa University UAEU NYU Abu Dhabi Masdar Institute Abu Dhabi Center for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET) and Institute of Applied Technology (IAT) in addition to local and international industry such as GBI Campus Management GBM CtrlS- Cloud4C Fujitsu Help AG and Bitdefender.

“Innovation is key to the achievement of the wise vision forged by the leadership of the UAE ” said Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi “Ankabut and the services it offers the academic institutions in this country are vital to innovation and vital to our students continued success and academic growth. Connecting academic institutions and making knowledge share easier more accessible and faster allows for greater collaboration and greater communication which can’t help but lead to innovation. Khalifa University is proud to support Ankabut and benefit from the services it provides to the education and research sector.”

“This meeting is not just for the Information Technology community but rather it’s an opportunity for multiple groups who share a common interest in educational technology to gather and discuss key issues and advancements ” said Mr. Al Nuaimi. “This event aims to inspire educators to discover the latest technological developments and to share lessons learnt. It also offers us an opportunity to review Ankabut’s achievements over the past year and showcase our plans for the future.  It is an exciting event that will foster collaboration and innovation.”

In addition to the technical program the meeting will was also witness to the signing of two MOU’s one between Khalifa University and the Canadian University of Dubai and one between the Canadian University and IBM.

Ankabut is an advanced network that connects research and academic institutions in the UAE with a high speed network and while offering them connectivity to other education networks around the world. In addition to connecting universities Ankabut can connect the public institutions together across the UAE with an effective cost model. Ankabut also co-operates on a national GCC regional and international arena representing the UAE in conferences exhibitions and forums. Ankabut aims to offer professional and innovative IT services with a focus on the research and educational sector. Services include Cloud Connectivity IT infrastructure manage services and professional services such as IT Consultancy Project Management Licenses Training and Development.

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Khalifa University held on Thursday November 24th 2016 an exhibition of students’ projects and an open house at its Khalifa University Robotics Institute (KURI) as part of the Innovation Week activities. These events followed a full week of open houses speakers and ceremonies to demonstrate the cutting-edge research and development happening at the University.

The student projects on display covered a range of fields including aerospace biomedical mechanical and computer engineering and included research on a balance system for use in wind tunnels new way of administering insulin to Diabetes patients orally a radiation detection and tracking system wireless communications devices for safe driving and home surveillance and even new ideas for online shopping carts and marketplaces.

In addition the University also held an open house for its Robotics Institute showcasing the latest in unmanned aerial ground and aquatic vehicles. KURI which is also heavily involved in organizing the upcoming Mohammed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge (MBZIRC) taking place in 2017 is currently working on robotics technologies that will monitor aircraft for damage conduct search and rescue operations in hazardous areas and even spray environmentally friendly saline solutions capable of dissipating heavy fog to ensure road safety for its users.

“Khalifa University prides itself in being a hub of innovation for the UAE and the region ” said Dr. Arif Al Hammadi Executive Vice President of Khalifa University. “And we appreciate the opportunity to celebrate and demonstrate the capabilities of our research centers students and faculty. As the top university in the UAE we believe that it is our duty to spearhead research into the technological advancements needed to drive the future economy of the UAE one that is dependent not on fossil fuels but on safe clean reliable ones. Innovation Week gives us the opportunity to show the community what we are doing and how we are achieving our goals.”

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Khalifa University (KU) has been named one of the top universities in the emerging world and BRICS (Brazil Russia India China and South Africa) by Times Higher Education (THE). KU placed 49th out of 300 institutions rated in the THE BRICS & Emerging Economies Rankings 2017 and was also ranked ahead of competing institutions in the Arab World. The University was the first ranked of three UAE institutions to appear on the list.

This ranking follows announcements earlier in the year that the University was ranked number one in the UAE according to Times Higher Education and QS World Rankings. In addition the University continues to be the youngest institution to be named one of the top 100 universities under the age of 50 by QS moving up into the top 60 position on the list.

The Times Higher Education BRICS & Emerging Economies University Rankings 2017 only includes institutions in countries classified as “advanced emerging” “secondary emerging” or “frontier” by the Financial Times Stock Exchange (FTSE) including the BRICS. The 2017 Rankings are the first time that the list has extended to 300 universities up from 200 institutions last year and 100 institutions in the previous two years.

“Our rising position in international rankings is demonstrative of the hard work and ingenuity of our faculty and students ” said Dr. Tod Laursen President of Khalifa University. “Our faculty and students are some of the most prolific publishers in the Arab World consistently publishing research papers and findings in prestigious international journals and receiving a high number of citations as well. In addition we lead the UAE in patent production. This high level of intellectual property creation and knowledge transfer is a driving factor in our success as is our level of commitment to our students and to innovation.”

“Once again our young University is being recognized for its achievements and commitment to quality and innovation ” said Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Khalifa University’s Executive Vice President. “Khalifa University was created with the goal of becoming a hub for research and innovation in the region and our increasing prestige on the international stage is a testament to that goal and to the vision of our wise leadership who sought to establish the country as a technological center driven by a sustainable knowledge economy. This achievement will undoubtedly spur our students faculty and staff to reach ever-farther heights of creativity and innovation.”

Phil Baty Editor THE World University Rankings said “It is no easy task to appear in the 2017 BRICS & Emerging Economies Rankings which use the same 13 rigorous and demanding performance indicators as the overall World University Rankings. Institutions must demonstrate high standards of performance across teaching research international outlook and knowledge transfer and compete with other leading research universities across 50 emerging economy countries. We only rank the very best universities from this cohort so to make the top 300 list is a great achievement in itself and Khalifa University should be heartily congratulated.”

With over 70 issued/filed US patents eleven specialized research centers and institutions and a female student population of 60% (twice the global average for women in science and technology) and two Rhodes Scholars awarded in the last year Khalifa University has consistently put itself on the map locally and globally.

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Khalifa University organizers of the Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge (MBZIRC) have announced that the competition will take place from March 16 – 18 2017 at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. This inaugural robotics challenge boasts prize winnings of 5 million USD and will test the skills of some of the best robotics designers and programmers in the world.

The contest will inevitably take up a large area of the circuit since it will consist of three challenges and a triathlon type Grand Challenge. Challenge 1 will require teams to use an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to locate track and land on a moving vehicle. This means that the UAV must be capable of locating the moving vehicle navigating the path and speed of the vehicle and land on the target location while the vehicle is in motion.

Challenge 2 requires an Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) to locate and reach a panel and physically operate a valve stem on it. It will require a UGV capable of navigating the path and locating the panel identifying the valve and choose the appropriate tool to close it.

Challenge 3 requires a team of UAVs to work together in order to search locate track pick up and place a set of still and moving objects. The Grand Challenge will require a team of robots (UAVs and UGVs) to compete in an event that combines challenges 1 2 and 3 simultaneously.

“This will be a hard challenge ” said Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Khalifa University’s Executive Vice President. “It will require the teams to not only utilize most known robotics technology but also invent new ones. Undoubtedly the resulting technologies from this competition will drive robotics research for some time and as a university dedicated to the advancement of research and development in engineering and technology we are eager to see what the results are.”

He also said: “Khalifa University is proud to be the organizers of the first MBZIRC and we look forward to seeing how it continues to grow in reputation and scope over the coming years.”

The 45 teams selected to take part in the inaugural challenge come from leading universities and international organizations such as the Georgia Institute of Technology the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) the National University of Singapore Xi’an Jiaotong University and the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology the Mohamed Bin Rashed Space Center Accelerated Dynamics from the UK and NaviRobot LLC from Russia.

In addition to teams from the UAE UK and USA teams from Italy Germany KSA Russia Singapore Malaysia Canada South Korea and Spain where chosen from over 316 teams from 45 countries who expressed their interest in participating in the Challenge which is scheduled to take place in March 2017 with prizes totaling $5 million USD.

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