Commencement 2026
NYU Abu Dhabi's 13th Commencement will be held on May 20, 2026.
Congratulations Class of 2026!
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Alumna Selected as 2026 Knight-Hennessy Scholar at Stanford University
The First Emirati Knight-Hennessy Scholar will be pursuing a PhD in Oceans at Stanford’s Doerr School of Sustainability.
University Prep Program (UPP)
We are excited to announce the launch of the 2026 NYU Abu Dhabi University Prep Program (UPP), helping students to prepare standout college applications via the CommonApp.
Research, Leadership, and Practice: Inside NYU Abu Dhabi’s Laidlaw Scholars Leadership and Research
The internationally recognized Laidlaw Scholars program establishes its first presence in MENA at NYU Abu Dhabi.
From NYUAD to Curating Natural History: A Journey Fueled by Curiosity
Alumna Sara Almarzooqi has had unique adventures bringing fossils of Sauropod dinosaurs, and 3.2-million-year-old “Lucy,” to Abu Dhabi.
Smart Sensors Restore Surgeons’ Sense of Touch
Researchers have developed soft, flexible sensors that help restore a surgeon’s sense of touch during minimally invasive, or “keyhole,” surgery.
Marri Nut’s Structure Could Inspire Stronger, Safer Materials
Researchers have discovered a clever natural design that could inspire new materials for protective gear and other safety applications.
Apples Evolution Offers Insights for More Resilient Crops
Researchers reveal in a new study that wild apple tree species may offer traits that could help develop more resilient crops.
Research for a Changing Planet
Climate change is one of the defining challenges of our time, and researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi are tackling it from multiple angles.
Shaping a Sustainable Future Through Science, Data, and Discovery
Earth Day 2026: NYU Abu Dhabi researchers are at the forefront of scientific discovery that is shaping a more sustainable future.
The Science Protecting Astronauts in the Artemis Era
Astrophysicists at NYU Abu Dhabi are helping prepare for the challenges facing astronauts in a new era of space exploration.
Researchers Identify Promising Small Molecule Inhibitor of Brain Disorders
Researchers have identified a small molecule that targets the toxic protein buildup believed to drive Parkinson’s disease and related brain diseases.
Researchers Develop Smart MRI Molecules to Detect and Treat Cancer
Researchers have developed a new class of molecules that make tumors visible on MRI scans while also helping destroy cancer cells.
Scientists Detect Magnetic Waves Deep Within the Sun
The findings offer new insights into predicting solar activity, which can affect satellites, communications systems, and power grids on Earth.