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Promising New Antibiotic Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria

Called rhabdobranin, this new antibiotic can kill bacteria responsible for serious infections, including drug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae, a type of bacteria that can cause pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and other illnesses.

Filtering the Future For Cleaner Water

Emirati postdoctoral researcher Reham Al Nuaimi is developing materials that could capture and break down “forever chemicals” in water.

Advancing Healthcare Talent, Research and Innovation in Abu Dhabi

M42 and NYU Abu Dhabi have signed an MoU to expand student learning, while strengthening collaboration across education, research and healthcare innovation.


A New Model for Education

The 21st century requires rigorous, broad, and imaginative educational training. NYU Abu Dhabi provides extraordinary
opportunities for individual exploration and growth, and prepares students to succeed in a truly global world.

Majors and Minors

NYU Abu Dhabi offers 26 undergraduate majors across Arts and Humanities, Engineering, Science, and Social Science, and numerous multidisciplinary minors and specializations.

Academics

NYU New York, NYU Abu Dhabi, and NYU Shanghai form the backbone of NYU’s global network of degree granting campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity.


Global Education

Global education is central to NYU Abu Dhabi’s mission. Through four years of interconnected academic and cultural experiences, students gain a deeper understanding of varied cultures and develop a strong sense of social responsibility — ready to make a difference locally and globally.

    Undergraduate Global Education

    Every NYUAD student can study abroad during their four-year degree. Students may spend up to two semesters of their NYUAD education studying abroad in NYU’s Global Network of academic centers.

    Graduate Global Education

    Global PhD students begin their coursework in New York (1-2 years) and complete their research in Abu Dhabi. Fellowships provide competitive compensation packages, covering tuition costs, housing in Abu Dhabi, and provide a monthly stipend, as well as additional support for relocation and research start-up costs.


    Emirati Entrepreneur Sherina AlSowaidi Is on a Mission to Raise Awareness About Mental Health

    The NYUAD alumna founded Ritual Cafe and Studio and has since built a mental health mission that spans a children's book and a consultancy.

    Student Success Stories

    #1

    Globally Ranked University in UAE (as NYU by Times Higher Education)

    Globally Ranked University in UAE (as NYU by Times Higher Education)
    4

    Nobel Laureates on Faculty

    Nobel Laureates on Faculty
    95%

    Post-graduation Placement

    Post-graduation Placement

    MEET OUR PEOPLE

    The NYU Abu Dhabi community is the University's beating heart. We take pride in our people and we believe they are the core of what makes the University special. Take a moment to learn more about our community, and delve deeper into the work, their research, and their academic passions.

    Antje von Suchodoletz

    Associate Professor of Psychology

    As record fines hit social media companies and the UAE bans social media for under-16s, NYUAD’s Antje von Suchodoletz argues children need digital literacy, not limits alone.

    Ezgi Ozgumus

    Assistant Professor of Management, Ezgi Ozgumus

    Professor Ozgumus brings a sharp lens to questions of identity, work, and opportunity.

    Tuka Waddah Alhanai

    Assistant Professor of Computer Engineering

    Professor Tuka Waddah Alhanai is building AI systems that don’t just respond to humans but understand them too.

    THE RESEARCH ENTERPRISE

    Faculty-led research advancing sustainable solutions for our region and the world.

    245+

    patents filed for innovative research

    patents filed for innovative research

    NYU Abu Dhabi Study Finds Virtual Reality Can Influence Gender-Science Associations

    A new study by researchers at NYUAD has found that embodying a famous woman scientist in virtual reality can reduce the tendency to associate science with men, potentially helping to shift perceptions of science as a traditionally male domain.

    Between the Lines: What Arabic Is Teaching Us About the Brain

    Kawader Fellow Maitha AlShaali is using eye-tracking and brain scans to study how the brain reads Arabic, with research that could strengthen support for dyslexia, ADHD, and epilepsy.

    Turning “Junk” DNA Into New Hope for Disease

    NYUAD research scientist Nadine Hosny El Said is exploring genetic material that could unlock new treatments for osteoarthritis, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s.

    PUBLIC PROGRAMS AT NYU ABU DHABI

    Discover shows, art exhibitions, and talks at NYU Abu Dhabi.

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