UAE business group United Al-Saqer Group has partnered with Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to support AI research projects focused on advancing healthcare. The 10-year research endowment agreement, signed by the two entities, aims to enhance education, knowledge, and innovation in digital health.
Under the agreement, United Al-Saqer Group will provide funds to establish and sustain health research initiatives at MBZUAI dedicated to H.E. Sheikh Mohamed bin Butti Al Hamed. The focus on healthcare aligns with the university’s dedication to advancing this sector, as well as the business group’s commitment to supporting its development and enhancement.
H.E. Sheikh Abdulla Al Hamed, a member of the United Al-Saqer Group’s Board of Directors, highlighted the UAE’s dedication to healthcare innovation and improving the well-being of its citizens and residents. He emphasized the country’s vision to become a global leader in healthcare, in line with the goals of the Abu Dhabi 2030 Economic Vision. Through this research endowment agreement, United Al-Saqer Group and MBZUAI aim to ensure that the UAE remains at the forefront of AI innovation in the healthcare ecosystem.
MBZUAI President and University Professor, Eric Xing, expressed his enthusiasm for the strategic research endowment, emphasizing its significance in shaping the future of AI in healthcare. He mentioned that this collaboration would enable cutting-edge AI research to deliver practical healthcare solutions, not only in the UAE but on a broader scale.
MBZUAI is actively conducting various research projects that leverage the power of AI to tackle healthcare challenges. These initiatives include addressing the spread of malaria, early detection of cardio and fetal abnormalities, and remote patient monitoring. AI has the potential to revolutionize medicine and healthcare by drastically reducing the time required to develop new medicines and assisting clinicians in diagnosis and personalized healthcare.
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is the world’s first university entirely dedicated to AI research. Their goal is to empower students, businesses, and governments to advance AI as a positive global force. The university offers specialized graduate programs in artificial intelligence, including computer science, computer vision, machine learning, natural language processing, and robotics.
With this partnership and the investment from United Al-Saqer Group, MBZUAI aims to further its research and contribute to advancements in AI for the betterment of healthcare. The collaboration ensures that the UAE remains a leader in AI innovation, driving progress in this critical sector.
Overall, this partnership highlights the immense potential of AI in revolutionizing healthcare and strengthening the UAE’s position as a global leader in technological advancement. By combining resources, expertise, and a shared vision, United Al-Saqer Group and MBZUAI are set to pave the way for groundbreaking developments in the intersection of AI and healthcare.
