Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) determination to grow its global footprint was boosted by its participation at UNESCO’s 7th International Bioethics, Multiculturalism and Religion Workshop. The three-day event included a talk delivered by the College of Islamic Studies’ (CIS) Professor Mohammed Ghaly.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), represented by Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI), Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI) and the College of Health and Life Sciences (CHLS), is among the co-organizers of CUDOS Congress 2019. Under the stewardship of Sidra Medicine, the event will also feature contributions from across the University’s academic community. 

The Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) has taken a major step forward in its mission to transform Qatar’s healthcare with the signing of a collaboration agreement with the Qatar Genome Programme (QGP). This newly-forged partnership facilitates genome sequencing of Qataris with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their apparently healthy family members.

Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), recently collaborated in a study initiated by researchers at the University of Warwick, United Kingdom, which sought to examine the impact of normal and high concentrations of glucose on blood vessels. 

The findings of the initial study– led by Dr. Naila Rabbani from Warwick Medical School – have been published in Scientific Reports journal and could help to identify new ways to prevent organ damage from complications related to diabetes.

The Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), recently signed an agreement with Qatar Electricity and Water Company (QEWC), to initiate a pilot testing programme for desalination technology development. A pilot desalination plant will be constructed to specifically focus on a novel design of Multi-Effect Distillation (MED) technology for seawater desalination which has been developed by QEERI. The testing programme will enable the development of a new concept to improve the energy efficiency of MED thermal technology.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) and Qatar University (QU) recently participated in NAFSA 2019 Annual Conference and Expo, a premier professional learning and networking event for international educators, held under the theme ‘Global Leadership, Learning, and Change’ from May 26-31 in Washington, D.C.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) recently travelled to Kuwait City to meet with representatives from Kuwait University and explore its facilities, graduate programs, and future collaborations. Faisal Al-Mohannadi, senior student engagement supervisor, met with Dr. Ali Al-Namy, dean of student affairs, and Mr. Salman Al-Anzi, assistant dean for student services, at the Deanship of Student Affairs at Kuwait University. Dr. Al-Namy provided a comprehensive overview of the role student affairs plays in ensuring the effective management of student unions and clubs.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a member of Qatar Foundation, celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2019 during a ceremony held at Qatar National Convention Centre on Saturday, May 4, attended by Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation, and Chairperson of HBKU’s Board of Trustees.
 

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU)’s College of Law (CL) and College of Science and Engineering (CSE) recently hosted Dr. Meghali Chopra, the CEO of Sandbox Semiconductor, Inc., a corporation based in Austin, Texas, which is developing a new way of fabricating semiconductors.  Speaking to a full audience at HBKU, the entrepreneur detailed the science behind her business concept and the journey of transforming ideas from an academic to a business setting.

Agreement to bolster medical research and advance knowledge

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) and the Imagine Institute of Genetic Diseases (IIGD), a Paris-based research institute focused on genetic diseases, today signed an education and research collaboration agreement that is set to advance the future of medicine.