Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shanghai Stemstar Education Technology Co., Ltd., a leading education technology company based in Shanghai, China. This strategic partnership represents a key step in enhancing Research and Development (R&D) capabilities, promoting innovation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), and equipping students with the skills necessary to address global challenges in sustainability and technology.
The MoU was signed by Professor Ghassan Aouad, Chancellor of ADU and Mr. Deepak Tyagi, Director of Shanghai Stemstar. The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Hamad Odhabi, ADU’s Vice Chancellor for AI and Operational Excellence, Prof. Barry O’Mahony, Provost of ADU and Salem Al Dhaheri, ADU’s Executive of Director of Community Relations.
As part of this collaboration, ADU and Shanghai Stemstar will set up a cutting-edge R&D Center at the university, serving as a hub for research advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), STEM, and sustainability. The partnership will also provide AI training for high school students, specialized professional development programs for Shanghai Stemstar employees, joint academic initiatives, and support for key ADU conferences, including the 'International Conference on Advancing Sustainable Future (ICASF).’
Additionally, ADU and Shanghai Stemstar will also offer training and research programs, knowledge exchange initiatives, networking opportunities and student-focused camps in high-demand fields such as AI, STEM and sustainability.
Professor Ghassan Aouad, Chancellor of Abu Dhabi University (ADU), said: “Our strategic partnership with Shanghai Stemstar provides a dynamic platform to enhance STEM education and innovation as well as AI training. Together, we are creating transformative opportunities for students and faculty to engage in cutting-edge research, gain real-world experience and drive meaningful changes in their respective fields. At ADU, we remain dedicated to shaping visionary leaders, advancing sustainable solutions and strengthening the UAE’s science and technology (S&T) sector”.
Mr. Deepak Tyagi, Director of Shanghai Stemstar, said: “Collaborating with Abu Dhabi University enables us to combine academic rigor with practical innovation. Together, we aim to inspire the next generation of leaders and innovators who will shape a brighter future”.
Dr. Hamad Odhabi, ADU’s Vice Chancellor for AI and Operational Excellence, said: “We are witnessing a transformative revolution driven by AI, reshaping industries and redefining the future of education. This partnership is crucial for empowering our students with the latest AI advancements and tools, equipping them to lead innovation and confidently address real-world challenges”.
The partnership supports ADU’s ongoing efforts to enhance its academic offerings in line with evolving industry needs. The university has recently introduced 13 innovative programs across various fields, including four bachelor’s degrees in International Relations, Psychology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineering, and Renewable and Sustainable Energy Engineering. Additionally, seven master’s degrees have been launched in AI, Cybersecurity, Financial Technology, Digital Communication, Strategic Digital Transformation, Cyberlaw, and AI and Public Health, alongside PhDs in Law and Education.
