Dubai Future Foundation Will Fund 24 Research University Projects
Source: WAM
The Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced funding for 24 research projects from 13 universities in cutting-edge fields, in a move aimed at strengthening the emirate’s position as one of the world’s most future-ready cities.
The projects are supported by DFF’s Dubai Research, Development and Innovation Grant Initiative (RDI), launched in September 2024 under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF.
The chosen research projects were selected from a pool of 374 innovative projects presented by 41 universities and research institutes.
The Dubai Research, Development, and Innovation Grant Initiative prioritises research in cognitive cities and health and life sciences, with a strong focus on leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and robotic systems technologies to drive advancements.
Khalifa Al Qama, Executive Director of Dubai Future Labs at DFF, said: “Dubai is committed to empowering researchers, scientists, and academics by fostering innovation and expanding the frontiers of knowledge both locally and globally. The strong response to the Dubai RDI Grant from institutions across the emirate highlights its role in advancing groundbreaking research and reinforces Dubai’s vision to lead in cutting-edge scientific and technological advancements that are shaping the future.”
