Khalifa University And National Centre Of Meteorology Sign MoU To Enhance Scientific Collaboration

Khalifa University of Science and Technology has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). This agreement aims to foster cooperation in various scientific, academic, and technical domains. Dr. Abdullah Ahmed Al Mandous from NCM and Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri from Khalifa University signed the MoU.

The partnership between Khalifa University and NCM is designed to enhance collaboration in joint research, knowledge sharing, and the creation of future initiatives that align with shared interests and national priorities. The MoU will facilitate these efforts by establishing a framework for cooperation.

Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri expressed pride in Khalifa University's ongoing role in national projects that merge academic excellence with practical impact. He stated, "Khalifa University is proud to continue playing a key role in national initiatives that combine academic excellence with real-world impact. Through closer cooperation with the National Centre of Meteorology, we aim to deepen our contributions in areas such as climate science, polar research, and atmospheric technologies. This collaboration represents a step forward in aligning the scientific efforts of both institutions, reinforcing the UAE’s ambition to lead in environmental research, innovation, and global collaboration."

Dr. Abdullah Ahmed Al Mandous highlighted the shared commitment to advancing scientific excellence through this partnership. He remarked, "This partnership with Khalifa University reflects our shared commitment to advancing scientific excellence and developing solutions to address climate and environmental challenges. By combining our operational expertise with the University’s academic capabilities, we are paving the way for impactful research, technological innovation, and the development of national talent to support the UAE’s long-term sustainability goals."

The MoU outlines plans for Khalifa University and NCM to explore opportunities for conducting joint scientific studies. They will also focus on exchanging expertise, offering consulting services, hosting academic events, and implementing training programmes together.

Both institutions already collaborate on significant research areas like polar science, cloud seeding, and drone technology. Researchers from Khalifa University have been actively involved in workshops led by NCM. Additionally, they are co-developing proposals that utilise drone-based systems for environmental and meteorological research.

This collaboration underscores a mutual dedication to addressing climate challenges through innovative solutions. By leveraging their combined strengths, Khalifa University and NCM aim to contribute significantly to the UAE's sustainability goals.

With inputs from WAM