Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI) and MenaML co-hosted the 2025 Middle East and North Africa Machine Learning (MenaML) Winter School, gathering 141 local and international university students as well as industry professionals for a six-day program designed to equip them with critical skills in artificial intelligence (AI).

For many, fasting during Ramadan results in disengagement from physical activities. Yet, as the CHLS' Dr. Lina Majed  observes, staying active during the Holy Month leads to better coping with fasting, better hydration status, while maintaining physical fitness and mental well-being. Read the full article here.

As Ramadan progresses, shifting food consumption patterns present significant challenges for supply chain management. The increasing demand for food, along with rising expectations for variety, often leads to over-purchasing, misallocation of resources, and food waste. These inefficiencies not only disrupt food production systems but also place a heavy burden on essential resources such as water and energy, particularly in arid climates where sustainability remains a critical concern.

The Afghanistan Future Thought Forum held its 10th session in Doha, Qatar, February 12-14, facilitated by the College of Public Policy’s (CPP) Professor Sultan Barakat, and chaired by Mrs. Fatima Gailani, former Deputy Leader of the negotiation team to the Doha talks between the Afghanistan Islamic Republic and the Taliban. In addition to Doha, previous meetings have taken place in Kabul, Jakarta, Istanbul, and Oslo. 

Qatar's recently-launched ‘Awqaf Index’ consolidates and disseminates knowledge about Islamic endowments (Awqaf). The CSE's Dr. Ruslan Nagayev and Shadi Al Shebli outline how the initiative aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030 while also serving other strategic objectives.

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Education City’s Manufactury Building was the location for Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) inaugural Engineering Information Day for Qatari Students.

Researchers from the Agricultural Research Administration at the Ministry of Municipality and the Qur’anic Botanic Garden (QBG), a member of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), published a peer-reviewed study in the Journal of Horticulture and Forestry in December 2024.

Fasting during Ramadan presents both spiritual significance and health challenges for individuals with diabetes. The practice, which involves abstaining from food and drinks from dawn until sunset, can have varying effects on blood sugar levels, making it crucial for those with diabetes to carefully manage their condition during this time. Diabetes, a chronic condition where the body struggles to regulate blood glucose, requires ongoing monitoring and adjustments in treatment and lifestyle.

With Islamophobia on the rise in many parts of the world, Ramadan shines as a source of hope and unifying season for humanity, observes the CIS' Dr. Abdulfatah Said Mohamed. Find out how the Holy Month serves as an instrument of unity and peace between different groups.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) College of Public Policy (CPP) hosted the International Labour Organization (ILO) masterclass "Just Transition and Climate Policy Development through the Nationally Determined Contributions: A South-South Learning Approach," gathering 35 regional experts to collaborate on strategies for ambitious and just climate policies.