Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed Reconstitutes Board Of Trustees For Mohamed Bin Zayed University Of Artificial Intelligence
Under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, a new resolution has been enacted. H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council (AIATC), has restructured the Board of Trustees at the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI). Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak will lead this board.
The board's members include Jassem Mohamed Bu Ataba Al Zaabi, Saif Saeed Ghobash, Rima Al Mokarrab Al Muhairi, Professor Daniela Rus, Dr. Lisa Su, Peng Xiao, Martin Edelman, and Professor Eric Xing. H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon expressed pride in MBZUAI's role in AI advancement: "We take immense pride in MBZUAI, this remarkable scientific institution that reinforces the UAE’s pioneering role in AI and reflects a visionary commitment to shaping an innovative, knowledge-driven future, in line with the vision of our wise leadership."
MBZUAI is acknowledged globally as a leading educational institution in artificial intelligence. The university aims to harness opportunities presented by the Fourth Industrial Revolution. It seeks to inspire future entrepreneurs and innovators while aligning with the UAE’s AI vision and strategy.
The university's research addresses significant challenges across various sectors both locally and internationally. These sectors include healthcare, transportation and logistics, environmental sustainability, energy, smart cities, manufacturing, fintech, among others.
Since its inception in January 2024, AIATC has played a crucial role in regulating and developing policies related to AI and advanced technologies within Abu Dhabi. The council is instrumental in fostering research initiatives and collaborations with partners worldwide.
By promoting investments and partnerships on a global scale, AIATC positions Abu Dhabi as a leader in artificial intelligence and advanced technology fields. This strategic approach supports Abu Dhabi’s ambition to be at the forefront of technological innovation.
The efforts by both MBZUAI and AIATC demonstrate a commitment to advancing knowledge-driven solutions. These initiatives are aligned with the UAE’s broader goals for technological progress and economic development.
With inputs from WAM
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