The American University in Dubai (AUD) has been recognized with the Partners Appreciation Award by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) for its continued commitment to excellence in education, research, and innovation, as well as its active role as a strategic partner in advancing knowledge initiatives across the region.

AUD was represented by Dr. Maya Abou Zahr, Interim Director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, at the ceremony, which brought together a number of institutions and organizations working in collaboration with MBRF to strengthen the knowledge ecosystem.

His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, Chief Executive Officer of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, emphasized the importance of partnerships in advancing the knowledge sector. He noted that collaboration between institutions plays a vital role in amplifying the impact of educational and research initiatives, contributing to a thriving and sustainable knowledge economy.

Through such collaborations, the American University in Dubai continues to support innovation, academic excellence, and meaningful engagement within the wider educational and research community, in line with its ongoing commitment to initiatives that promote sustainable learning, intellectual development, and knowledge-based progress.