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… Sustainable Built Environment (SBE) Research Group, is studying mega events in the region - including the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - to investigate the resilience of urban infrastructure. The studies aim at decreasing the vulnerability of … Council (GCC)’s built environment and protecting its social, economic, and environmental aspects. They were funded by Qatar National Research Fund and supported by Qatar Foundation . Dr. Sami G. Al-Ghamdi , Associate Professor of Sustainable Built Environment and Climate Change …

… Ali Alenbawi received the Best Poster Award for his research, titled “Genome-Wide Association Study of Sitosterolemia in Qatar” Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) College of Health and Life Sciences ( CHLS ) student Jamil Mahmoud Ali … in CHLS’ PhD in Genomics and Precision Medicine program , titled “Genome-Wide Association Study of Sitosterolemia in Qatar.” The work featured the first genome-wide association study to identify genetic determinants of Sitosterolemia in the country, with Mr. Alenbawi and his team of CHLS and Qatar Genome Programme researchers using a whole genome sequencing approach in 6,218 individuals. “I am grateful to the …

… for blood cancer. This project is part of the broader NPRP12 initiative, which aims to enhance cancer care delivery in Qatar through operations management, predictive models, and optimized care pathways for patients with hematological malignancies. Organized by Qatar Development Bank and Qatar University, Al Fikra is a national entrepreneurship competition designed for higher education-led start-up teams to … for blood cancer. This project is part of the broader NPRP12 initiative, which aims to enhance cancer care delivery in Qatar through operations management, predictive models, and optimized care pathways for patients with hematological …

… trade law in the Arab States.”  Esteemed experts participated, including Maha Al-Saadi, Head of Regulatory Affairs, Qatar Financial Centre; Takashi Takashima, Legal Officer, International Trade Law Division, UNCITRAL; Umar Azmeh, Registrar, Qatar International Court & Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC); and Matthew Heaton, Partner, Head of Office, and Head of Banking & Finance, Qatar Al Tamimi & Co.  Susan L. Karamanian, Dean, HBKU’s College of Law, moderated the panel, which highlighted how the …

… Professor of Law and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, received his accolade at the British Council’s recent Qatar Awards ceremony. The award is given to alumni from British universities who have distinguished themselves through … for his research across the fields of AI, medicine and the law. “I was delighted to represent the College of Law at the Qatar Awards ceremony where Dr. Solaiman was deservedly recognized for his exceptional research in legal aspects of AI … the College of Law’s critical role in educating the next generation of law students to help build legal capacity in Qatar and the Middle East. His words reflected Dr. Solaiman’s dedication to the College, particularly our students, and …

… GISR Hosts Chinese Ambassador 22 Apr 2025 Home His Excellency Cao Xiaolin discussed relations between China and Qatar, current global issues, and more The Global Institute for Strategic Research (GISR) hosted His Excellency Cao Xiaolin, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Qatar, for a discussion with faculty, researchers, and students from across Education City. Diplomatic Dialogues: His Excellency The Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Qatar on China’s Contribution to Global Public Goods’ Provision offered a unique and timely platform for exploring …

… Bin Khalifa University. Before joining HBKU, he held positions as an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University at Qatar and Memorial University of Newfoundland. He also worked as a Lecturer at the University of Alberta, where he earned … including ASME and SPE. Dr. Rahman has collaborated on various research projects with companies such as TotalEnergies, QatarEnergy LNG, Schlumberger, North Oil Company, Syncrude Canada, GRi Simulations, and others. Throughout his career, he has secured approximately $3.5 million in research funding from organizations like the Qatar Foundation, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, and the Newfoundland Research & …

… Energy, and 3 with an MSc in Sustainable Environment. With the rapid economic development and population growth in Qatar, healthcare and sustainability were identified and highlighted as two of the grand challenges that needed tackling as part of Qatar National Vision 2030. Their importance was further highlighted in the Qatar National Development Strategy 2011–2016, which called for “more sustainable urbanisation and a healthier living … Energy, and 3 with an MSc in Sustainable Environment. With the rapid economic development and population growth in Qatar, healthcare and sustainability were identified and highlighted as two of the grand challenges that needed tackling …

… of sustainability among young learners. Sustainability for Children invited 45 students from the third grade at Qatar Academy Sidra (QAS) to participate in a range of fun activities designed to heighten their awareness and understanding of key sustainability issues and their impact on Qatar and the rest of the world. The workshop was the latest in a series of events organized by the SBE addressing key … during an experiment involving a plasma ball lamp. Students also learned about critical water challenges facing Qatar and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, including the environmental impact of desalination. A demonstration …

… During COVID-19 Pandemic Before booking an overseas trip, we encourage you to check that you will be able to return to Qatar. We also request Focal Points or Line Managers to ensure that the previous email titled “Using Leave to Travel Outside Qatar During COVID-19 Pandemic” (link below) is communicated to their teams, ensuring that they are aware of the consequences should they wish to travel outside Qatar as well to get their confirmation/consent as a reply.  If you do choose to apply for leave to travel, the following …