NYU Abu Dhabi

35 New Faculty join NYU Abu Dhabi

NYU Abu Dhabi welcomes 35 new faculty to enrich teaching and advance research across disciplines.

Capsule That Samples Gut Bacteria Missed by Stool Tests

This ingestible capsule collects bacteria from the small intestine, providing insights into a part of the gut that conventional stool tests cannot capture.

PhD Student Shares Her Wonder of Biology

Biology is Momal Taimoor’s lens to understanding the world. That perspective has led her to pursuing a PhD in biology as a Global PhD Fellow at NYU Abu Dhabi and to author a children’s book about science.

A New Model for Education

The 21st century requires rigorous, broad, and imaginative educational training. NYU Abu Dhabi provides extraordinary
opportunities for individual exploration and growth, and prepares students to succeed in a truly global world.

Campus Life

At NYU Abu Dhabi, there’s always something to do. Students live on a vibrant, residential campus located near many public beaches, restaurants, and world famous sites.

Academics

NYU New York, NYU Abu Dhabi, and NYU Shanghai form the backbone of NYU’s global network of degree granting campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity.

A Journey of Curiosity and Creativity

A future chemistry major explores her passion for science, music, and new experiences at NYU Abu Dhabi.

Student Success Stories

Global Education

Global education is central to NYU Abu Dhabi’s mission. Through four years of interconnected academic and cultural experiences, students gain a deeper understanding of diverse cultures and develop a strong sense of social responsibility—ready to make a difference locally and globally.

Undergraduate Global Education

Every NYUAD student can study abroad during their four-year degree. Students may spend up to two semesters of their NYUAD education studying abroad in NYU’s Global Network of academic centers.

Graduate Global Education

Global PhD students begin their coursework in New York (1-2 years) and complete their research in Abu Dhabi. Fellowships provide competitive compensation packages, covering tuition costs, housing in Abu Dhabi, and provide a monthly stipend, as well as additional support for relocation and research start-up costs.

Globally Ranked University in UAE (as NYU by Times Higher Education)

Nobel Laureates on Faculty

95%

Post-graduation Placement

MEET OUR PEOPLE

The NYU Abu Dhabi community is the University's beating heart. We take pride in our people and we beleive they are the core of what makes the University special. Take a moment to learn more about our community, and delve deeper into the work, their research, and their academic passions.

Etienne Wasmer

Professor of Economics

Etienne Wasmer's interest lies in labor economics, macroeconomics, search theory and urban economics. From 2012 to 2016, he was a member of the French Council of Economic Advisers to the Prime Minister.

Farah Shamout

Assistant Professor of Computer Engineering

At the intersection of medicine and machine learning, researcher Dr. Farah Shamout is exploring how artificial intelligence can support global healthcare.

Aaron Kaufman

Assistant Professor of Political Science

Aaron Kaufman explores the use of virtual reality for science, to expand their research capabilities that would typically be limited to a lab setting or not be possible at all.

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THE RESEARCH ENTERPRISE

Global Relevance, Local Perspective

Saving An Earth in Crisis

From soaring temperatures in Europe to some of the most debilitatingly hot days in North America, global warming is challenging the livelihoods of everybody on the planet.

245+

patents filed for innovative research

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Research at NYUAD

Centers, Labs and Projects

Research Features

Careers in Research

PUBLIC PROGRAMS AT NYU ABU DHABI

Discover shows, art exhibitions, and talks at NYU Abu Dhabi.

Academics