The University of Sharjah and Fujairah Research Centre have joined hands to work collaboratively on research infrastructure and establish the ‘Fujairah Chair in Applied Science and Technology’ in the University of Sharjah Campus.
Dr. Hamid Al-Nuaimi, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah, and Dr. Fouad Lamghari Ridouane, Director of Fujairah Research Centre officially signed this partnership and expressed their happiness and expectation from this major collaboration.
As per the agreement, Fujairah Research Centre will support research activities and finance the Chair, enhancing collaborative efforts to promote community and sustainable development. In parallel, to address the environmental challenges facing the UAE, the University of Sharjah will prepare extensive studies, conduct research, and offer scientific expertise.
“To establish the Fujairah Chair for Professorship at the University of Sharjah to support collaborative scientific research and studies in the fields of technological and applied sciences, artificial intelligence, and biological and environmental sciences”, Dr. Al-Nuaimi expressed his happiness at signing the agreement with Fujairah Research Centre.
“The University’s commitment to providing a conducive environment for the preparation of scientific research that contributes to serving the community and meeting its needs in various fields, in collaboration with various local and international entities and institutions”, added Dr. Al-Nuaimi.
Dr. Fouad Lamghari Ridouane expressed his excitement about signing this partnership and said, “Fujairah Research Centre prides itself on national partnerships with the UAE’s most influential institutions. This exciting project is a part of this long-standing tradition and will embody the spirit of innovation that has so often been a catalyst for ground-breaking advancements in critical social, economic, and environmental areas.”
Developing collaborative research and scientific studies in the areas of applied sciences, technology, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, biology, environmental sciences, and medical sciences is the main goal of the scientific chair. The University of Sharjah focuses on leading the way in applied scientific research with community development. It has set up many research centers with more than 80 research groups working on a variety of projects that benefit society in different ways.
