In the rapidly emerging field of genomic medicine, a College of Islamic Studies professor encourages an interdisciplinary approach to address complex ethical questions.

A budding scientist documenting a mega sustainability project; a future jurist fully absorbed in legal scripts; a first-hand witness of the plight of Syrian refugees; a researcher seeking to enhance human wellbeing; and a humanities specialist at the interplay of past and present.

Their life choices may lead to different pathways, but each of these young and aspiring individuals share one attribute -- they have walked the stage as proud members of Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) Class of 2019.

Muhammed Al-Housaini, a student enrolled in the PhD in Sustainable Energy program at the College of Science and Engineering (CSE), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), earned a gold medal at the 47th International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva.  Al-Housaini was part of a delegation of representatives from Qatar and the region who engaged with more than 800 exhibitors across 45 countries.

The College of Science and Engineering (CSE), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), hosted its Annual Research Open Day 2019, which aimed to nurture scientific research while creating an integrated ecosystem that encourages the exchange of innovative work. 

The event, which concluded today, aimed to instill in the HBKU community a spirit of research and highlight CSE as a leading research and knowledge hub where scholars, researchers, and industry partners will come together to exchange ideas, share findings, and discuss future collaborations.  

Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), conducted a series of community outreach activities and events to mark World Autism Awareness Month – observed throughout the month of April – and raise autism awareness among the wider community. 

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impairments in communication and social interaction, as well as restricted and repetitive behavior. Early diagnosis and behavioral rehabilitation are key to easing the effects of autism. 

This year, Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press celebrated World Book Day by launching the latest book written by local Qatari author, Dr. Jabr Al Noaimi, titled Min Fa'ir Ila Maarid (The Mouse that Saved Me). Lucky students at Qatar Academy – Msheireb were treated to an animated book reading by the author and received special, complimentary editions of the book as well.

Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), recently hosted the First Symposium on Neurodegenerative Diseases: Innovations in Biomarker Discovery Towards Personalized Medicine, which provided a comprehensive overview of the development and discovery of biomarkers to treat neurodegenerative diseases.

The College of Islamic Studies (CIS) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), is to host a public lecture on ‘Qatari Family Law: Features and Gaps’ led by guest speaker Dr. Ibrahim Alwan, professor of Shari’a at the Qatar Police College. 

Dr. Alwan will shed light on the intrinsic role of the Qatar Family Law as well as its applications, justifications, and inferences. He will use real life examples to illustrate important themes within the law, and provide a comprehensive and balanced analysis of its articles.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) recently sponsored the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) SciTech Conference 2019, held at the Samberg Conference Center in the United States, under the theme of Envisioning the Future: Cities of MENA.

Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI) and the College of Science and Engineering (CSE) represented HBKU – this year’s Gold Sponsor – at the annual conference. The event drew leading technology experts and provided a fertile ground for exchanging ideas and nurturing potential, while maintaining relevance to the region. 

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.