NYU Abu Dhabi

NYU Abu Dhabi's legacy shines bright with 22 Rhodes Scholars since 2014—more than a third of them are remarkable women!

The eight trailblazers—ministers, researchers, authors, and diplomats—have earned advanced degrees at the University of Oxford of Oxford and made waves in their fields. Let’s celebrate those incredible who continue to lead and inspire!

Her Excellency Shamma Al Mazrui - NYUAD’14
Dubai Abulhoul - NYUAD’17
Maitha Al Memari - NYUAD’18
Amal Al Gergawi - NYUAD‘19
Majida Al Maktoum - NYUAD’19
Hoor Al Nuaimi - NYUAD’21
Maitha Al Suwaidi - NYUAD’21
Sarah AlNajjar - NYUAD’24



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Emirati Women’s Day: a look back at the Eight Emirati Female Rhodes Scholars

Marhaba ! 💜

Today, we celebrate as our students move into their new home at . From around the globe, they bring unique perspectives and a shared passion for learning. We can’t wait to see what this incredible group will achieve. 💫

Here’s to the start of an unforgettable journey! 🙌

NYUAD Associate Professor of Biology Shady Amin has received a grant of over USD 500,000 from the National Science Foundation (NSF)!

Professor Amin will lead a project to study diatoms, tiny microalgae that reduce carbon dioxide levels and protect endangered marine animals.

Diatoms produce a fifth of Earth's oxygen and support fisheries. Some live on marine animals' skin, protecting them from infections. This NSF-funded project, “Standing on the shoulders of giants,” will catalog diatoms from marine animals in Florida, Texas, and Abu Dhabi to sample the skin of dugongs.

“Most people are unaware of the essential role diatoms play in sustaining life on our planet,” said Professor Amin. “We aim to educate the public and elevate our understanding of these microalgae.”

NYUAD Scientist Awarded National Science Foundation Grant NYUAD Scientist Awarded National Science Foundation Grant External Relations and Communications Staff July 25, 2024 NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Associate Professor of Biology Shady Amin has received a grant of more than USD 500,000 from the National Science Foundation (NSF). He will lead a project that is...

NYU Abu Dhabi researchers, led by Professor Sehamuddin Galadari, have discovered that the tumor suppressor protein Par-4 can induce ferroptosis—a unique cell death pathway in glioblastoma cells, the most common and aggressive type of brain tumor while sparing healthy cells. 👏

“Developing methods to activate alternative cell death pathways presents new opportunities for the creation of more potent and effective therapies for glioblastoma and other deadly and debilitating diseases,” said Galadari, who is the Senior Vice Provost for Research and Managing Director of the Research Institute at . 🙌

This in was a collaborative effort between the NYU Abu Dhabi and the University of Kentucky teams! Together, we're pushing the boundaries of science and medicine. 💫

NYU Abu Dhabi Researchers Discover Tumor Suppressor Protein Par-4 Triggers Unique Cell Death Pathway in Cancerous Cells NYU Abu Dhabi Researchers Discover Tumor Suppressor Protein Par-4 Triggers Unique Cell Death Pathway in Cancerous Cells External Relations and Communications Staff July 22, 2024 A team of researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi, led by Professor Sehamuddin Galadari, has discovered that the tumor suppressor pro...

Why are fish living in warming waters getting smaller?

Researchers from the Arabian Center for Climate and Environmental Sciences (ACCESS) at NYU Abu Dhabi and the Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology propose a new theory. Head to our bio to find out why! 🐟🌊

We're thrilled to announce that New York University Abu Dhabi has been recognized among the top-performing institutions in the UAE's new university grading system.🌟

As part of the Ministry of Education's initiative to elevate standards and foster international competitiveness, universities across the Emirates were rigorously assessed and grouped by performance. proudly stands in the highest cluster, reflecting our commitment to excellence in teaching, research, student life, and global collaboration. 🙌

This recognition underscores our dedication to providing an unparalleled educational experience. We are incredibly proud of our students, faculty, and staff for their continuous hard work and achievements. 💜

Here's to many more milestones and continued success! 🚀💫

Read more about the new university grading system: https://ow.ly/Jslu50SrvHL

UAE universities ranked for first time under plan to boost performance Higher institutes grouped by performance as part of plan to see universities across the Emirates step up to the world stage

from our community to yours!💜💫

We’re proud to announce a new fellowship in honor of the late Tarek Al-Ghoussein, NYUAD’s first director of the Master of Fine Arts program. 🙏🏼

Congratulations to our first-year MFA student, Adele Bea Cipste, for being selected as the inaugural recipient of this prestigious fellowship. This was made possible by the generous support of The Farjam Foundation.

The fellowship will be awarded every academic year to an outstanding student in the MFA program. We look forward to supporting the next generation of artists as they continue to uphold Al-Ghoussein’s legacy of artistic excellence.💜

Learn more about our new fellowship here: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/news/latest-news/arts-and-culture/2024/may/tarek-al-ghoussein-fellowship.html

We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the ASTROBEAT – Music from Space competition, a collaboration between MCAST and NYU Abu Dhabi! 🎶🤩

Summer Reid and Nadine Kabbani’s original compositions will be streamed from the International Space Station in September. 🚀

The project is led by Leonardo Barilaro from MCAST, in partnership with faculty from NYUAD including Carlos Guedes and Andrea Macciò. The compositions were recorded on campus by Gazelien Records, a student-run label led by Assistant Professor of Music Technology Matteo Marciano. 💫

Thank you to all of our project leads, and congratulations to our winning artists! 👏🏻🙌🏻

Read more here: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/news/latest-news/arts-and-culture/2024/june/music-students-astrobeats-international-space-station.html

We are thrilled to announce that Saifeldeen Abed Alrhman, a Global PhD Fellow in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, has been awarded the fourth Graduate Student Leadership Award! 🏆

Saifeldeen’s dedication to and on campus, leadership in the Graduate Student Council, and efforts in organizing key events such as the Well-being Week, have made a tremendous impact. Congratulations, Saifeldeen! 🎉
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We are so proud of our nearly 475 students from over 80 countries graduating today! 🌎🤩

Memories, friendships, lessons—forever cherished. Take a bow, remarkable ambassadors of NYUAD! Stay bold, pursue dreams, and leave your mark, 🎓💜.

Warm hugs and endless love from your NYUAD family!

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🎓✨ Introducing our incredible NYUAD !

Stefan Mitikj, majoring in Political Science and Social Research & Public Policy, has shown remarkable dedication through his leadership roles, including Social Science Student Representative and President of the South Slavic Club. 💜✨

Humaid Abdulla Aljailani, double majoring in Philosophy and Social Research & Public Policy, has made a significant impact by co-founding the Domestic Students’ Advisory Board and contributing to various research missions. 👏

Join us in celebrating their achievements and ! Congrats, Stefan and Humaid!🎉

It was around 9 pm on a random Tuesday so I went back to my dorm, and I had already
completed all of my work. I texted a friend to ask if she wanted to go out to watch a movie. She immediately replied with “Let’s go” and then recommended a movie that started in 45 minutes. We were off.

On the way, she mentioned that this would be her first time going to the cinema. I was shocked to hear that because, as a visual person, the cinema is my safe place and I wrongly assumed this was just a common experience. - Alya Al Zeyoudi

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NYU Abu Dhabi Commencement 2024

For me, Interclassico is one of the most special parts of the year. In the weeks leading up to the match, students divide to work in secret on rap parodies.

The result is two competing videos playfully roasting the other side, which seem to be highly anticipated by students even outside of the football team.

Sometimes there is even recruitment of classmates who study film to edit the videos to perfection. - Megan Marzolf

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Exploring the intersections of inner and outer worlds at the MFA Year One exhibition, ‘Pressure Points’! 🎨👌✨

Featuring works by NYUAD MFA students, Dima Abou Zannad, Bao, Adele Bea Cipste, Hala El Abora, Mowen Li, Jude Maharmah, Safeya Sharif, and Danutė Vaitekūnaitė, these emerging artists delve into diverse subjects, applying pressure to matter in both literal and abstract ways. 🙌

Don’t miss this thought-provoking exhibition at The Project Space, the Art Gallery’s auxiliary venue. On view until May 22. 💜
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Exploring the intersections of inner and outer worlds at the MFA Year One exhibition, 'Pressure Points'! 🎨👌✨

Featuring works by NYUAD MFA students, Dima Abou Zannad, Bao, Adele Bea Cipste, Hala El Abora, Mowen Li, Jude Maharmah, Safeya Sharif, and Danutė Vaitekūnaitė, these emerging artists delve into diverse subjects, applying pressure to matter in both literal and abstract ways. 🙌

Don't miss this thought-provoking exhibition at The Project Space, the Art Gallery’s auxiliary venue. On view until May 22. 💜
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Just like all of my classmates, I was able to cultivate my safe space to thrive and ask questions, which happened to be in the ERB.

Being just a door away from scientists, researchers, and individuals with whom I share similar interests was particularly inspiring. This is when I knew that I was better off as a scientist in medicine, not a physician.

I went from not being able to properly handle a pipette in the lab to designing experiments, leading projects, and working with scientists at Harvard and MIT. - Mahmoud Elbeh

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NYU Abu Dhabi Commencement 2024

My time at was about exploration, learning from the various people I met and the experiences I had, which ultimately led to growth in how I understand the world and allowed me to act with the end in mind regarding the kind of person I ultimately want to become.

I am incredibly fortunate to have found a group of beloved friends here. Despite us coming from various cultural backgrounds, our shared traits brought us together at NYUAD, and our unique explorations and pursuits of life made us deeply appreciate, cherish, and encourage each other.
-Peng Liu

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NYU Abu Dhabi Commencement 2024

At NYUAD, almost every meal transformed into a memorable experience, shared around the tables in our dining hall and dorms, where friends quickly became family.

Whether it was Christmas, when we couldn't make it back home, suhoors during Ramadan, or spontaneous midnight quests for parathas with newly made friends, each meal evolved into a celebration. These moments of togetherness made my time at NYUAD truly unforgettable. - Vanessa Kors

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NYU Abu Dhabi Commencement 2024

When I told my high school mentor who graduated from NYU New York that I would like to apply to , she said that all the Abu Dhabi people she met were very passionate.

I was going to write about my 2024 J-Term trip to Rwanda for this “favorite memory” question but deep down I realize that it’s all the great people I met at NYUAD that are vital to these memories. People who take initiative. People who are creative and adventurous. People who persist in doing what they believe. And people who taught me to care and love.

Thank you everyone, including those whom I was sometimes too socially-exhausted to say “hi” to in D2.
- Amy Qian

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NYU Abu Dhabi's Assistant Professor of Biology Aashish Jha is featured in the new Netflix Documentary, "Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut"! 🎬🔍

The documentary provides valuable insights into the digestive system and the critical role gut health plays in people’s overall well-being. Delivered in a lighthearted manner, the documentary features Professor Jha’s current research in investigating gut microbiomes of Nepali populations.💡

Don't miss this enlightening exploration of digestive health! 👌
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NYUAD Professor of Biology Featured on Netflix Health Documentary NYUAD Professor of Biology Featured on Netflix Health Documentary Press Release External Relations and Communications Staff May 3, 2024 Hack Your...

An unforgettable takeover of Louvre Abu Dhabi!

We came together and immersed ourselves in the richness of art, culture, and history, highlighted by an incredible walk through the galleries with Vice Chancellor Mariët Westermann. 💜✨

We concluded the night with the NYU Abu Dhabi Service Awards, acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our community members. Thank you to everyone who joined us - let's continue making the NYU Abu Dhabi community even stronger with each passing year!🌟🙌

NYU Abu Dhabi offers its sincere condolences to the UAE's leadership, citizens, and residents on the passing of His Highness Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region. May his soul Rest in Peace.
تتقدم جامعة نيويورك أبوظبي بخالص العزاء وصادق المواساة في وفاة المغفور له بإذن الله تعالى سمو الشيخ طحنون بن محمد آل نهيان ممثل الحاكم في منطقة العين. نسأل الله ان يسكنه فسيح جناته، ويلهم أهله جميل الصبر والسلوان

NYUAD alumni reunite in the heart of London! 🇬🇧

Associate Vice Chancellor Susie Balch and Director of Alumni Relations Sonali Hathi hosted an event to foster connections that transcend borders 🌍

We will be hosting more events for our NYU Abu Dhabi Alumni & friends, so keep an eye out for updates. 💜✨