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Stay up-to-date with the latest news from MBZUAI and the wider industry, featuring insights into ongoing University research, innovations, and developments shaping the future of artificial intelligence. The Node gathers expert commentary, press announcements, and initiatives from the University and its partners, keeping you informed on the most relevant trends and breakthroughs.

His Highness Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed witnesses Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence inaugural Honorary Doctorate conferral on OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman

Friday, 26 September, 2025

His Highness Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed witnesses Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence inaugural Honorary Doctorate conferral on OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman

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His Highness congratulated Sam Altman on receiving MBZUAI’s first Honorary Doctorate, affirming that this recognition reflects a career of groundbreaking contributions that align with the UAE’s vision for leadership in AI.

The diagnosis game: A simulated hospital environment to measure AI agents’ diagnostic abilities

Friday, 26 September, 2025

The diagnosis game: A simulated hospital environment to measure AI agents’ diagnostic abilities

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A team of researchers from MBZUAI will share their LLM-powered initiative MedAgentSim in an oral presentation at MICCAI.

AI and robotics poised to transform scientific discovery, say global experts

Thursday, 25 September, 2025

AI and robotics poised to transform scientific discovery, say global experts

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An article co-authored by MBZUAI's Vice President of Research and Professor of Robotics, Sami Haddadin, and published in Science Robotics, highlights how AI, robotics, and lab automation can drive breakthroughs in chemistry, biology, and materials science.

New approach for better AI analysis of medical images presented at MICCAI

Wednesday, 24 September, 2025

New approach for better AI analysis of medical images presented at MICCAI

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Researchers at MBZUAI and other institutions have developed MOTOR, which improves the performance of vision language models by almost 7%.

Alumni Spotlight: putting AI at the heart of healthcare

Wednesday, 24 September, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: putting AI at the heart of healthcare

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Driven by a personal mission, MBZUAI alumnus Ikboljon Sobirov is pursuing a Ph.D. at Oxford while working at the cutting-edge of healthcare innovation.

MBZUAI hosts 3rd Mailis program to explore AI’s role in shaping future of work

Tuesday, 23 September, 2025

MBZUAI hosts 3rd Mailis program to explore AI’s role in shaping future of work

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Forward-thinkers from Abu Dhabi’s government, business, and startup sectors came together under the theme 'ROI Redefined: Return on Innovation'.

Weather forecasting training program brings power of AI to low- and middle-income countries

Monday, 22 September, 2025

Weather forecasting training program brings power of AI to low- and middle-income countries

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Launched by MBZUAI, AIM for Scale, and the University of Chicago, the program is designed to help millions of farmers around the world.

From prototype to patient: advancing AI for equitable healthcare

Monday, 15 September, 2025

From prototype to patient: advancing AI for equitable healthcare

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As he prepares to host MICCAI 2026 in Abu Dhabi, MBZUAI’s Mohammad Yaqub explains how he is taking medical research out of the lab and into the real world.

Hisham Cholakkal wins inaugural MBZUAI teaching award

Friday, 12 September, 2025

Hisham Cholakkal wins inaugural MBZUAI teaching award

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The Assistant Professor of Computer Vision was recognized by the University’s Center for Teaching and Learning for his outstanding contribution to education.

MBZUAI and G42 Launch K2 Think: A Leading Open-Source System for Advanced AI Reasoning

Tuesday, 9 September, 2025

MBZUAI and G42 Launch K2 Think: A Leading Open-Source System for Advanced AI Reasoning

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The Institute of Foundation Models at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) and G42 today announced the launch of K2 Think, a leading open-source system for advanced AI reasoning.

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