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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.

MBZUAI Hosts Senior Delegation from Estonia

Tuesday, 14 September, 2021

MBZUAI Hosts Senior Delegation from Estonia

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Her Excellency Mrs. Birgit Lao, Ambassador-at-large for Education at the Ministry of Education and Research of the Republic of Estonia and an accompanying delegation of executives and officials visited the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI). The delegation was hosted by senior representatives from MBZUAI and learned about the University's vision for using AI as a transformative tool for positive progress. They also discussed the UAE’s AI ecosystem, as well as the possibility of partnerships and collaborations in the future.

MBZUAI launches Executive Program for UAE Government and Business Leaders

Tuesday, 7 September, 2021

MBZUAI launches Executive Program for UAE Government and Business Leaders

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The Program is designed to support senior leaders across public and private sectors, undersecretaries and assistant undersecretaries, C-suite executives, leaders in IT, technology and across multiple functions and industries seeking to understand the possibilities of AI.

AI in Government

Tuesday, 7 September, 2021

AI in Government

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming the new norm in the digital domain. Some might even argue that it is a domain with its own dimension setting beside the digital domain. […]

MBZUAI to welcome second cohort of students for Fall 2021 semester

Sunday, 22 August, 2021

MBZUAI to welcome second cohort of students for Fall 2021 semester

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A total of 74 students have joined the three programs offered, including 66 who will pursue master’s degrees and nine who will pursue PhDs courses. A total of 41 students have joined the University’s Computer Vision program, and a further 24 for Machine Learning. MBZUAI has also introduced Natural Language Processing (NLP) this year, with 9 students registered for the inaugural class.

MBZUAI appoints Professor Fakhreddine Karray as the new Provost

Sunday, 15 August, 2021

MBZUAI appoints Professor Fakhreddine Karray as the new Provost

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We are excited to announce that Professor Fakhreddine (Fakhri) Karray from University of Waterloo will be joining the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence as Provost. He will be taking the reins from former provost Professor Ling Shao who intends to return to the faculty and resume a focus on research and teaching.

The head of Abu Dhabi’s AI university wants to defuse a tech ‘atomic bomb’

Wednesday, 28 July, 2021

The head of Abu Dhabi’s AI university wants to defuse a tech ‘atomic bomb’

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Eric Xing warns that “monster models” are getting too big, too quickly. He's working on a unifying theory to better understand the machines.

H.E. Sara Musallam, Chairwoman of Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), met with MBZUAI President, Prof. Eric Xing

Thursday, 15 July, 2021

H.E. Sara Musallam, Chairwoman of Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), met with MBZUAI President, Prof. Eric Xing

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H.E. Sara Musallam, Chairwoman of Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), met with our President, Prof. Eric Xing, and our executive team on June 16, 2021. During the visit, which included a tour of our campus at Masdar City, they discussed MBZUAI’s vision for using AI as a transformative tool for positive progress, the key milestones of the University and programs offered, MBZUAI's role in supporting the education ecosystem in Abu Dhabi as well as the potential collaborations between MBZUAI and ADEK.

20,000 UAE Students to Learn Coding Under New National Initiative

Thursday, 15 July, 2021

20,000 UAE Students to Learn Coding Under New National Initiative

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Dubai: Some 20,000 students will learn coding at eight UAE universities under the new National Programme for Coders, it was announced on Wednesday. It comes in line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to activate the role of national universities in supporting the talents of coding in the UAE.

MBZUAI Senior Leadership Meet with Delegation from Poland to Discuss Opportunities for Collaboration

Saturday, 3 July, 2021

MBZUAI Senior Leadership Meet with Delegation from Poland to Discuss Opportunities for Collaboration

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Mr. Jakub Sławek, Deputy Head of Mission & Mr. Pawel Maczka, III Secretary in Political and Economic Dept., from the Embassy of Poland in the UAE (#PlinEmirates) met with Dr. Behjat Al Yousuf, Executive Vice President for Outreach and Engagement, Prof. Le Song, Deputy Department Chair for Machine Learning & Reem Al Orfali, Director of Student Affairs to discuss collaboration opportunities between MBZUAI and institutions in #Poland.

Responsible AI for the Future of Our Societies

Monday, 28 June, 2021

Responsible AI for the Future of Our Societies

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Watch our talk where our President, Professor Eric Xing, discussed how AI enables humans to achieve their fullest potential at work rather than taking over jobs. He also emphasizes how […]

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