Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) reinforced its commitment to impact-driven research and innovation at Web Summit Qatar 2026 by showcasing technologies, leading on expert discussions and forging industry collaborations to advance new solutions and promote entrepreneurship. The University’s multi-year strategic partnership with Web Summit reflects its long-term approach to leveraging meaningful industry cooperation, contributing to and shaping technology conversations, while supporting Qatar’s trajectory towards becoming a hub for tech and entrepreneurship.

This year’s Ramadan occurs during a period of unique economic uncertainty. Mounting geopolitical tensions and regional conflict are buffeting global supply chains, making commodity market prices increasingly difficult to predict. What hasn’t changed is that daily routines remain profoundly affected by the holy month. Retail occurs during narrow time segments, markets are relegated to evenings, and food preparation becomes more demanding and, quite often, wasteful.

The global investment landscape is entering a decisive period of transformation, with states rethinking how international investment agreements (IIAs), domestic regulatory frameworks, and facilitation mechanisms can advance sustainable development. At the same time, investors increasingly prioritize jurisdictions that offer predictability, transparency, and a clear commitment to long-term development and innovation.

The UNESCO Chair on Environmental Law and Sustainable Development at Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) College of Law hosted an Energy Legal Lab for in-house lawyers working within governments and national energy companies across Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. 

• Ecosystem collaboration brought together MCIT, MOD, HBKU, BCG, QuantX, eight global quantum providers, and industry partners.
• Outcomes focused on translating innovation into application, producing working demonstrations, trained talent, and next-step pilots aligned with Qatar’s Digital Agenda 2030.

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has concluded The BIG Quantum Hackathon Qatar 2025 at the Minaretein Building, Education City, Doha, marking the culmination of Qatar’s first global quantum computing hackathon.

Have you ever wondered about the secrets behind the acceptance of Dua made by Allah’s righteous servants? Do you wish to learn the etiquette of Dua from the best of His chosen ones—the prophets, peace be upon them all?

The Qur’anic narratives of the prophets teach us valuable lessons and provide insight into the hardships and tribulations they endured. These stories remind us of their humanity—they were human beings like us who faced disobedient offspring, illness, the agony of child loss, and many other hardships that believers encounter. 

Autism is a developmental condition that causes significant challenges in social interaction and communication, along with stereotypical and intense, change-resistant behaviors. Autism is a spectrum disorder that exists in varying degrees of severity and commonly coexists with a broad range of conditions, including intellectual disability, gastrointestinal issues, epilepsy, and sleep problems.

The College of Public Policy (CPP) in partnership with the International Public Policy Association (IPPA), recently concluded the second International Winter School on Public Policy – Doha Edition 2026.

The program brought together more than 45 PhD students, early-career researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and assistant professors from over 20 countries. In doing so, the gathering created a diverse learning environment that connected emerging scholars with leading international experts and CPP faculty.

Ramadan is a sacred and spiritually uplifting month centered on reflection, discipline, gratitude, and devotion through fasting from Fajr to Maghrib. For individuals living with diabetes, observing the fast represents both a profound personal commitment and significant physiological adjustment. This daily period without food or drink alters meal timing, sleep patterns, and activity levels, all of which influence glucose control. Supporting individuals in fasting safely requires an approach that respects both health and the spiritual importance of this blessed month.

The College of Health and Life Sciences’ (CHLS) Student Research Forum convened students, faculty, and researchers to exchange ideas and present initiatives advancing national priorities in biomedical sciences, genomics, precision medicine, exercise science, biopsychology, and neuroscience.