Covid-19 2020

In the News

• 2020: The Year of Climate Extremes

  NBC News examines the devastating impacts of climate change, following a year of unprecedented climate and weather extremes.

  NBC News | December 31, 2020
• 9 UAE universities to develop online programme to boost digital drive

  The authorities have collaborated with some of the leading UAE universities to accelerate the online courses.

  Khaleej Times | December 30, 2020
• Dawn of the social museum and virtual art gallery

  Museum doors may be shut for the time being, but that doesn’t mean that culture has ground to a halt.

  The Star | December 29, 2020
• Everything you need to know about the coronavirus vaccines

  Hala Fahs, senior research scientist, NYU Abu Dhabi, says people should not be worried that the vaccine was developed in record time.

  Arabian Business | December 28, 2020
• UAE universities to develop online degrees to attract students from around the world

  Nine universities across the Emirates have partnered with the Ministry of Education to bolster their online offerings.

  The National | December 28, 2020
• Biochemical and biophysical characterization of the main protease, 3-chymotrypsin-like protease (3CLpro) from the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV 2

  Severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is responsible for the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). 

  Scientific Reports | December 17, 2020
• This Abu Dhabi Exhibition is Made to Live on Your Phone

  The art world at the palm of your hands.

  Mille | December 15, 2020
• The Abu Dhabi EDITION 2020 Festive Tree: A celebration of community and talent in collaboration with NYU Abu Dhabi

  Hand-made in Abu Dhabi, sustainable wooden baubles have been painted and embellished by NYU Abu Dhabi students with love and care.

  Eye of Riyadh | December 14, 2020
• NYUAD Art Gallery virtual show explores artistic expression through technology in COVID-19 world

  The NYU Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, Art Gallery will soon launch its first-ever virtual exhibition, titled not in, of, along, or relating to a line. The exhibition invites a new perspective on virtual and screen-based contemporary art, of particular relevance during COVID-19.

  Emirates News Agency | December 10, 2020
• 'Born digital': New UAE exhibition features artworks made specifically for the smartphone

  The show, titled 'not in, of, along, or relating to a line', marks NYUAD Art Gallery's first virtual exhibition following the release of its digital archives this year.

  The National | December 09, 2020
• The NYUAD Art Gallery Announces First Ever Virtual Exhibition Not In, Of, Along, Or Relating To A Line

  The NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Art Gallery will soon launch its first-ever virtual exhibition, titled not in, of, along, or relating to a line. 

  Abu Dhabi Blog | December 09, 2020
• From north to south pole, climate scientists grapple with pandemic disruptions

  As the coronavirus pandemic rages around the world, another ongoing and dire crisis — climate change — has not abated.

  PBS | December 04, 2020
• UAE National Day 2020: How to celebrate from the comfort of your home

  A number of activities are geared towards those staying indoors over the break.

  Gulf News | December 01, 2020
• A Year Since First Recorded Covid-19 Case, Long Endgame Begins

  In our weekly news roundup: Covid-19 vaccine trial results, the dismantling of a historic telescope, and more.

  Undark | November 20, 2020
• The NYUAD Arts Center re-invents its sixth season fall program

  The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi re-invents its sixth season fall program for our fast-changing world.

  Yalla Abu Dhabi | November 11, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Develops New Protocol For Covid-19 Testing

  The latest research by New York University Abu Dhabi could significantly, and cost-effectively, improve testing accuracy for COVID-19.

  Dubai 92 | November 11, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Develops New Protocol For Covid-19 Testing

  The latest research by New York University Abu Dhabi could significantly, and cost-effectively, improve testing accuracy for COVID-19.

  ARN 93.4 | November 11, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Develops New Protocol For Covid-19 Testing

  The latest research by New York University Abu Dhabi could significantly, and cost-effectively, improve testing accuracy for COVID-19.

  ARN hit 96.7 | November 11, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi researchers develop new protocol for COVID-19 testing

  Researchers from NYU Abu Dhabi’s Biology Programme and Centre for Genomics and Systems Biology, CGSB, have implemented a new three-step testing approach that promises to significantly – and cost-effectively -- improve testing accuracy for the COVID-19.

  Emirates News Agency | November 10, 2020
• The new three-step approach promises to improve COVID-19 test accuracy

  A critical obstacle in efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic has been the relatively high false negative rate of the most widely used reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) testing methods.

  Al Khaleej Today | November 10, 2020
• Coronavirus: UAE's active cases rise as 1,096 new infections reported

  The number of active cases has doubled since last week.

  The National | November 10, 2020
• Coronavirus: NYU Abu Dhabi develops test to detect virus in asymptomatic people

  It could improve accuracy and help reduce the number of false negative results.

  The National | November 10, 2020
• The Italian Cultural Institute Abu Dhabi Put On A Spotlight On Prevalent Cultural Topics

  he importance of books, along with libraries as a key part of the social life - despite emerging technologies, and social eating as a shared cultural experience, strongly affected by the pandemic will be among the topics discussed by the Italian Cultural Institute Abu Dhabi in November.

  L'Officiel Arabia | November 09, 2020
• Italy And The UE AWebinar: Covid-19 – Where Do We Stand With Tracing, Therapy and a Vaccine?

  As part of the InnovItalyUAE initiative, the Embassy of Italy to the UAE, in collaboration with Khalifa University of Science and Technology and the Dubai Future Foundation, will hold a webinar this Wednesday 4 November, with experts from Italy and the UAE exchanging information and experiences in the fight against the pandemic.

  EJaraine News | November 03, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi: Internationally Acclaimed Pianist Ioannis Potamousis In Live Performance

  Listen to a selection of classical music by Claude Debussy and Franz Liszt in a live virtual performance.

  Yalla Abu Dhabi | October 25, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi to Stream Live Classical Music

  Internationally acclaimed pianist Ioannis Potamousis will perform a selection of classical music by Claude Debussy and Franz Liszt in a live virtual performance.

  L'Officiel Arabia | October 21, 2020
• Stand and Deliver

  As the pandemic continues, the latest NYUAD performance Thousand Ways helps you discover what it means to meet someone during times of isolation in this enthralling, and imaginative experience. 

  Yalla Abu Dhabi | October 20, 2020
• Could Saliva Tests Be The Way Forward For Covid-19 Screening?

  Abu Dhabi: Since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak, testing for the coronavirus has been hailed as the one of the best ways to limit the spread of the disease.

  MSN News | October 20, 2020
• Could Saliva Tests Be The Way Forward For Covid-19 Screening?

  Pros and cons of developing form of testing and how it compares with PCR tests in the UAE.

  Gulf News | October 20, 2020
• The Arts Center At NYUAD Launches Sixth Season Online

  The Arts Center at NYUAD is launching its sixth season in full force virtually, creating an interactive experience to explore the impact of isolation on mental health.

  Harper's Bazaar Arabia | October 18, 2020
• Sonic theatre adaptation of Greek tragedy addresses identity, history, and change

  The Bacchae, presented by cross-border theatre outfit Exit 11 Performing Arts Company (Exit 11), is an audio adaptation of ancient Greek playwright Euripedes’ well known tragedy.

  Star Plus | October 17, 2020
• NYUAD Arts Center Presents Free Streams Featuring Signature Works by Aakash Odedra

  The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi will be presenting two free streaming events featuring signature works by acclaimed choreographer and dancer Aakash Odedra on November 11 and 12.

  Broadway World | October 15, 2020
• Artificial intelligence has been key to fighting coronavirus – it can do more too

  Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize all aspects of human society as part of a “fourth industrial revolution.” 

  Al Arabiya | October 15, 2020
• Artificial intelligence has been key to fighting coronavirus – it can do more too

  Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize all aspects of human society as part of a “fourth industrial revolution.” 

  Al Arabiya | October 15, 2020
• Join a robot dance party in Abu Dhabi this weekend with NYUAD

  Kid Koala is back streaming for The Arts Center.

  Gulf News | October 08, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi’s Office of Community Outreach offers virtual leadership development programs for Abu Dhabi youth

  The programs are open to young people aged 12-18 years to facilitate the development of valuable soft skills.

  Albawaba | October 08, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Institute continues virtual talks throughout October

  The NYU Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, Institute continues its series of free virtual talks throughout the fall, allowing the community to tune in from the safety of their own homes.

  Business Live | October 07, 2020
• NYUAD proposes optimal school return approach

  NYU Abu Dhabi Professor (NYUAD) of Practice in Mathematics Alberto Gandolfi has proposed alternate weeks of in-classroom and remote teaching as a way to allow students to learn in the classroom while protecting them from Covid-19.

  Gulf Digital News | October 07, 2020
• NYUAD proposes optimal school return approach

  NYU Abu Dhabi Professor of Practice in Mathematics Alberto Gandolfi has proposed alternate weeks of in-classroom and remote teaching as a way to allow students to learn in the classroom while protecting them from Covid-19.

  Trade Arabia | October 07, 2020
• Virtual symposium streamed from United Arab Emirates explores why museums matter in the age of Covid

  The webinar will feature speakers including Max Hollein and Mikhail Piotrovsky and will be co-hosted by Louvre Abu Dhabi and NYU Abu Dhabi.

  Tne Art Newspaper | October 06, 2020
• Is the UAE ready for telephone theatre? A Covid-inspired performance has come to call

  The interactive theatre series involves embarking on an hour-long "unexpected, imaginative journey" with a stranger through moments of guided interactions.

  Khaleej Times | October 05, 2020
• Louvre Abu Dhabi marks third anniversary with digital symposium

  In honor of Louvre Abu Dhabi’s third anniversary, the cultural institution has teamed up with New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) for the first time on a virtual symposium open to the public entitled “Reframing Museums.”

  Arab News | October 05, 2020
• Louvre Abu Dhabi museum symposium to tackle issues of pandemic and race

  The symposium titled Reframing Museums is held in partnership with NYU Abu Dhabi and will be in November.

  The National | October 05, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi launches new undergraduate major in Bioengineering

  New York University Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, has launched a new Bioengineering major within its Engineering Division, now available to undergraduate students studying at the university. The new major focuses on the application of engineering principles to the fields of biology and medical science.

  Emirates News Agency | October 04, 2020
• Will the blurring of gender roles survive coronavirus?

  In more traditional societies, writes Sheikha Majida Al Maktoum, the pandemic has helped people to reassess the expectations of men and women. It's important these lessons are permanent.

  Arabian Business | October 04, 2020
• Coronavirus: Saliva test to boost virus detection rates, says UAE scientist

  Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi say latest methods are cheaper and more accurate than other gold standard nasal swabs.

  The National | October 01, 2020
• Coronavirus: New provost of NYU Abu Dhabi praises students for showing strength in adversity during pandemic

  Students have shown great resilience said Dr Arlie Petters.

  The National | September 30, 2020
• New provost of NYUAD praises students for showing strength in adversity

  The new provost of New York University Abu Dhabi said the COVID-19 pandemic was an opportunity for students to learn about strength in the face of adversity. 

  Edarabia | September 30, 2020
• Coronavirus: New provost of NYU Abu Dhabi praises students for showing strength in adversity during pandemic

  Students have shown great resilience said Dr Arlie Petters.

  The National | September 30, 2020
• Coronavirus news bulletin from UAE: 995 new cases reported, Dubai cuts PCR test price to Dh150; 25k violations recorded in 15 days

  A round-up of major developments related to Covid-19 across the country.

  Khaleej Times | September 30, 2020
• COVID-19: Abu Dhabi Researchers Develop Saliva Test That Is More Accurate

  Researchers at New York University in Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) claim that saliva screening is far more accurate than the commonly used Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) nasal tests in the detection of the coronavirus.

  Abu Dhabi World | September 30, 2020
• Coronavirus: NYU Abu Dhabi brings in daily health check app to access campus

  Fortnightly coronavirus tests are also part of measures to bring staff and students back safely.

  The National | September 29, 2020
• Additional performances added for As Far as Isolation Goes by Tania El Khoury and Basel Zaraa

  Due to high demand, the unique, interactive show, As Far As Isolation Goes by Tania El Khoury and Basel Zaraa has been extended through to October 4, 2020 at The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD).

  AL Press | September 26, 2020
• Poets and musicians get ready for a new open mic platform

  The Middle East’s longest running open mic night, Rooftop Rhythms, kicks off its ninth season this Friday at The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD). Co-presented with the official support of US Embassy Abu Dhabi, the virtual rendition of the monthly open mic series will take via The Arts Center at NYUAD’s Facebook page.

  Saudi Gazette | September 24, 2020
• The classroom and the ear: How the pandemic forced a writer to come out about his hearing disorder

  Moving from the classroom to online teaching left writer Deepak Unnikrishnan with no option but to talk about his problem.

  Scroll In | September 24, 2020
• As Far As Isolation Goes

  Discover a new mode of online performance with a 1-on-1 multi-sensory online experience.

  Yalla Abu Dhabi | September 20, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Institute launches virtual programme of talks

  The NYU Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, Institute will launch its first-ever virtual programme of talks this fall, offering the public a deeper insight into a wide range of themes and a chance to participate in engaging conversations from the safety of their homes, starting this Sunday.

  Emirates News Agency | September 17, 2020
• Behavioral Science Battles The Coronavirus / RBDR

  New York University Abu Dhabi Assistant Professor of Psychology Jocelyn Bélanger described his gungho participation in setting up a global behavioral science-based survey to help understand why some people follow the rules established to avoid being hit with Covid-19.

  Research Business Report | September 15, 2020
• Can a Flu Shot Keep You Away From The Coronavirus?

  A spike in flu cases is usually recorded in Dubai from October, according to an in-depth study of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). With October just a couple of weeks away, the authorities are calling on the community to get the flu shot - especially in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic.

  Albawaba | September 15, 2020
• The Arts Center at NYUAD Launches Multisensory Virtual Show

  Tania El Khoury and Basel Zaraa’s virtual show ‘As Far As Isolation Goes’ has created an interactive online experience using touch and sound to explore the impact of isolation on mental health and the challenges faced by refugees.

  Harper's Bazaar Arabia | September 15, 2020
• Coronavirus news bulletin: UAE approves 'emergency' use of Covid vaccine; man wakes up from 2-month coma; 4 arrested for parties

  Here's a round-up of all the latest Covid-19 developments you need to know.

  Khaleej Times | September 15, 2020
• UAE doctors urge diabetics to keep fit amid concerns over global Covid death toll

  People with Type 2 face twice the risk of death from coronavirus, while those with Type 1 are three times as vulnerable.

  The National | September 14, 2020
• People urged to take vaccine against seasonal influenza

  Specialists on Monday urged everyone to get immunised against seasonal influenza as the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) also released the findings of the three-year “Dubai Study on the Incidence and Trends of Influenza.”

  Gulf Today | September 14, 2020
• Why you need to get a flu shot amid Covid-19 pandemic, Dubai experts explain

  The authorities are calling on the community to get the flu shot - especially in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic.

  Khaleej Times | September 14, 2020
• Dubai Health Authority completes study on incidence and trends of seasonal influenza

  The Dubai Health Authority, DHA, announced today the results of the 2017 to 2019 study on incidence and trends of influenza in Dubai.

  Emirates News Agency | September 14, 2020
• Have suicides increased during Nepal lockdown?

  On Suicide Prevention Day, a researcher cautions against drawing a correlation with the lockdown.

  Nepali TImes | September 10, 2020
• African countries can fight coronavirus better when citizens encourage one another

  A recent survey offers public health insights from Nigeria, Uganda and Kenya.

  Washington Post | September 09, 2020
• Coronavirus: UAE researcher says saliva tests particularly suitable for children

  New test is less intrusive, requiring people to spit in cup.

  The National | September 08, 2020
• Coronavirus: Saliva testing is effective alternative to nasal swab in Covid-19 detection

  Use of saliva could exponentially widen the testing network for Covid-19 and simplify community testing.

  Khaleej Times | September 07, 2020
• Saliva as effective as nasal swab in COVID-19 detection

  Researchers from the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), Dubai, have made a significant contribution to the fight against COVID-19 with the completion of a study into the effectiveness of saliva as an alternative to the nasopharyngeal swab for COVID-19 screening.

  Gulf Today | September 07, 2020
• Saliva tests for Covid-19 as accurate as nasal swabs, UAE study finds

  The technique could lead to faster and less intrusive screening.

  The National | September 06, 2020
• Saliva ‘just as effective’ as nasal swab for COVID-19 testing, UAE research shows

  UAE research shows saliva can be used for viral detection with 95 per cent specificity.

  Gulf News | September 06, 2020
• COVID-19: Uae Study Finds Saliva Tests As Effective As Nasal Swabs

  Researchers in the UAE have found that saliva testing is just as effective as nasal swabs in detecting COVID-19.

  Dubai 92 | September 06, 2020
• Covid-19: Uae Study Finds Saliva Tests As Effective As Nasal Swabs

  Researchers in the UAE have found that saliva testing is just as effective as nasal swabs in detecting COVID-19.

  Dubai Eye | September 06, 2020
• Fighting Covid-19: Charitable giving increases in UAE amid pandemic

  In Abu Dhabi, the Authority of Social Contribution's (Ma'an) 'Together We Are Good' drive helped raise Dh438 million in funds.

  Khaleej Times | September 05, 2020
• Hacking a way out of the coronavirus

  Defined as the process in which a group of computer programmers, designers and more collaborate on a software solution, hackathons can engender large-scale innovative products to help solve the current health crisis. Hundreds of new ideas have already emerged, the next step being to make them reality.http://www.al-press.com/index.php/en/opinion-press/40414-hacking-a-way-out-of-the-coronavirus?tmpl=component&print=1&layout=default&page=

  AL Press | September 03, 2020
• Emirates Foundation partners with Tathafur, stakeholders to support launch of 'Live Care'

  Emirates Foundation, a national organisation set up by the Abu Dhabi government to facilitate public-private funded initiatives for the empowerment of youth across the UAE, is collaborating with Tathafur, the non-profit healthcare consultancy, on two main initiatives, the "Caregivers Safety" and "Live Care".

  Emirates News Agency | September 03, 2020
• New programmes to ease live monitoring of COVID-19 patients in UAE

  Caregivers will now be able to minimise physical interactions with patients.

  Gulf News | September 03, 2020
• How many people has the coronavirus killed?

  Researchers are struggling to tally mortality statistics as the pandemic rages. Here’s how they gauge the true toll of the coronavirus outbreak.

  Nature | September 01, 2020
• Arab world’s hackathons discover a coronavirus-era purpose

  A website designed to connect medical workers with hospitals facing real-time personnel shortages was the winner of this year’s Annual NYUAD (New York University Abu Dhabi) International Hackathon for Social Good in the Arab World.

  Arab News | August 29, 2020
• The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi Re-Invents Sixth Season Fall Program

  Amidst global uncertainty and change, The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has sought to make one thing constant - making contemporary performing arts more accessible.

  Broadway World | August 25, 2020
• UAE funds search for anti-Covid drug

  A new ground-breaking research project has been launched in the UAE to develop an anti-viral drug that could offer protection against Covid-19.

  LiveHealthy.ae | August 25, 2020
• UAE developing antiviral drug to combat Covid-19

  The research agreements were signed under Sandooq Al Watan’s Applied Research and Development Programme “Sward”.

  Gulf Business | August 24, 2020
• Fighting coronavirus: UAE to begin work on drug against Covid-19

  The new proposed product will provide a platform to overcome any possible drug resistance or evolved future viral outbreaks.

  Khaleej Times | August 24, 2020
• Groundbreaking research project in UAE to help develop COVID-19 antiviral drug

  Abu Dhabi’s Sandooq Al Watan and University of Sharjah join hands for epochal initiative.

  Gulf News | August 23, 2020
• Discover 20 years of art history at NYUAD Art Gallery

  The launch of the latest TRACE event will open via ZOOM, in Arabic and English, with Art historian Dr. Aisha Stoby leading the way and you get to join in. 

  Abu Dhabi World | August 23, 2020
• Coronavirus: How 10 of the world's top universities are managing the pandemic

  NYU Abu Dhabi is following a “Remote Plus” approach, meaning that much is being done remotely but with an effort made to maintain connections and bring students back on campus by next spring.

  The National | August 16, 2020
• Chinese parents hesitate over sending children to US for education amid fraying ties, Covid-19 pandemic and social unrest

  Madam Xu Weiqing had always hoped that her 13-year-old daughter would eventually study at a top US university. But she said that country's unfriendly policies, out-of-control Covid-19 pandemic and social unrest have given her second thoughts.

  Straits Times | August 06, 2020
• How are we feeling? NYU Abu Dhabi leads global study on psychological effects of Covid-19

  The groundbreaking PsyCorona initiative offers invaluable insight into the ramifications of the pandemic on mental health around the globe.

  The National | August 06, 2020
• Still Working From Home? Here’s How to Stay Motivated and on Track

  Working remotely can be isolating and overwhelming. From setting daily goals to taking a lunch break, here’s how to make WFH, work for you.

  MOJEH | August 03, 2020
• COVID-19: Three Abu Dhabi students join the frontline team to help with testing

  University students say they are honoured to contribute to the fight against coronavirus.

  Gulf News | August 03, 2020
• For A Post COVID-19 World, Internship Programs Too Must Adapt And Go Virtual

  While the ability to sit down physically in the same office as our interns and spend a full day working with them has been taken away from us this year, the reasons for us wanting to have interns and engage with students hasn't changed.

  Entrepreneur Middle East | July 30, 2020
• The NYU Abu Dhabi Institute revisits its tenth anniversary series online

  Topics include the UAE Artificial Intelligence strategy and the evolving cultural scene, among other discussions.

  Zawya | July 27, 2020
• The NYUAD Art Gallery launches fifth digital archive as part of "TRACE: Archives and Reunions"

  The NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery will launch its fifth digital archive, Inventing Downtown: Artist-Run Galleries in New York City, 1952–1965, as part of its TRACE: Archives and Reunions series, on Tuesday, July 28.

  Art Daily | July 25, 2020
• Coronavirus: NYU Abu Dhabi awards 10 research grants to fight Covid-19

  Grants were awarded to research that can help mitigation the health, economic and social fallout of the pandemic.

  The National | July 23, 2020
• A Philly actor’s play for exactly one audience member is a coronavirus quarantine hit

  When User 108 began to cry, so did Yannick Trapman-O’Brien — at least inside.

  The Philadelphia Inquirer | July 23, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi announces ten research grants designed to combat COVID-19 in the UAE and beyond

  As part of NYU Abu Dhabi's far-reaching response to the global pandemic, the University has awarded COVID-19 Facilitator Research Grants to faculty members across a range of disciplines including sciences, engineering, and social sciences.

  Zawya | July 22, 2020
• NYUAD Art Gallery launches fifth digital archive

  The New York University Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, Art Gallery will launch its fifth digital archive, "Inventing Downtown: Artist-Run Galleries in New York City, 1952–1965", as part of its TRACE: Archives and Reunions series, on 28th July.

  Emirates News Agency | July 21, 2020
• NYU opens Shanghai campus to students

  As schools worldwide are deciding how to handle international students in the fall semester, amid the uncertainties posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, New York University Shanghai announced it will host Chinese and China-based students from NYU and NYU Abu Dhabi in the upcoming term.

  China Daily | July 20, 2020
• YouthTech Competition Applications Now Open

  ADEK and startAD Open Applications for Inaugural YouthTech Competition for young innovators between the ages of 18-29.

  Yalla | July 20, 2020
• Chinese students enrolled in NYU to start schooling in Shanghai this fall

  Some Chinese students enrolled in New York University (NYU) will start their schooling in Shanghai in this fall semester due to coronavirus.

  CGTN | July 17, 2020
• What We’re Reading: On the Pandemic Frontlines, Gov’t Responses to COVID-19, and the Global Autocratic Crackdown

  For this week’s Friday 5, where we round up our favorite reads from around the world in English, we found a database that’s tracking government responses to COVID-19 with the help of 400 researchers, a multimedia project on how eight journalists from around the world cope with reporting during the pandemic, and a piece on how autocrats are cracking down on independent news sites.

  Global Investigative Journalism Network | July 17, 2020
• UAE's response to coronavirus an inspiring success story: Hamdan

  Dubai Crown Prince hails country's use of technology and forward-thinking ethos at first live conference since Covid-19 pandemic.

  Khaleej Times | July 17, 2020
• Hamdan bin Mohammed attends ‘Ai Everything’ conference

  Dubai Crown Prince hails country's use of technology and forward-thinking ethos at first live conference since Covid-19 pandemic.

  Sharjah24 | July 16, 2020
• UAE’s first N95 respirator manufacturing facility can produce upto 90,000 units per day

  The facility, with an annual production capacity of 30 million units, has secured orders from UAE entities for the rest of the year.

  Middle East Business | July 13, 2020
• UAE's first N95 respirator manufacturing facility can produce upto 90,000 units per day

  The facility, with an annual production capacity of 30 million units, has secured orders from UAE entities for the rest of the year.

  Gulf Business | July 13, 2020
• University lockdown: Capturing moments of stillness and togetherness during a pandemic

  A visual project that examines the small moments among students isolated at an Abu Dhabi college.

  The Independent | July 12, 2020
• University lockdown: Capturing moments of stillness and togetherness during a pandemic

  A visual project examines the small moments among students isolated at an Abu Dhabi college.

  Independent | July 11, 2020
• NYUAD Art Gallery traces artists via digital archives and reunions

  The NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Art Gallery will launch its fourth digital archive, Permanent Temporariness, as part of its TRACE: Archives and Reunions, on July 7.

  Gulf Today | July 05, 2020
• Local art scenes get more creative as pandemic keeps curtains closed

  DUBAI: Every artist, now more than ever, needs to reinvent themselves to cope with changes brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, a veteran stand-up comedian said, as he ventures on an unusual four-country Zoom comedy tour to kick off in the UAE.

  Arab News | July 04, 2020
• The NYUAD Art Gallery announces next exhibition archive event, Permanent Temporariness

  The NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery will launch its fourth digital archive, Permanent Temporariness, as part of its TRACE: Archives and Reunions, on Tuesday, July 7. 

  Art Daily | July 04, 2020
• OSF sets stage for resurgent 2021

  Despite the uncertainty and sense of crisis that pervade many aspects of life during the pandemic, optimism can be found in the performing arts community, expressed by creative new ways to perform and hopeful plans for the future.

  Mail Tribune | July 01, 2020
• 20 leading figures share what they've learnt after six months of living with the pandemic

  Everyone from restaurant owners to government officials, fashion designers to musicians and artists have all been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic: here are their thoughts...

  The National | July 01, 2020
• Trace: Archives and Reunions

  TRACE: Archives and Reunions is a series of ten events and archive releases that invites the public to virtually reunite with artists and curators from its past exhibitions, and re-trace those exhibitions through the Gallery’s first virtual archive.

  Art Forum | July 01, 2020
• Virtual UAE exhibition takes a different approach to refugees

  The NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery launches a new exhibition through its digital archive.

  Gulf News | June 30, 2020
• The best live theater to stream online on June 22 and June 23

  Theaters are closed for now, but you can find great stage stars and events live online today.

  Time Out New York | June 22, 2020
• NYUAD Art Gallery launches third digital archive: Ways of Seeing

  If you missed the Ways of Seeing expo first time around, you’re getting a second chance to see it again on 23rd June, so mark those diaries.

  Abu Dhabi World | June 20, 2020
• Coronavirus compounds global crisis of forced displacement

  Every minute, nearly 30 people worldwide leave everything behind to escape war, persecution or terror.

  Arab News | June 19, 2020
• World Refugee Day: Check Out NYU Abu Dhabi's Moving Play

  Art is one of the best ways to understand their courageous journey…

  About Her | June 18, 2020
• The Exciting Virtual Shows to Not Miss This Weekend

  Here is a roundup of the best virtual shows to catch this weekend for those on the lookout for their culture fix.

  Vogue Arabia | June 18, 2020
• “Does where we are change how we see?”

  The online event reunites collaborators on 2018’s “Ways of Seeing” exhibition, and marks the opening of the exhibition archives on The NYUAD Art Gallery website, as part of the TRACE: Archives and Reunions series

  Yalla | June 18, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Athletics, Special Olympics UAE launch virtual fitness support programme

  NYU Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, Athletics has launched Virtual Unified Partners, a virtual fitness support programme, in cooperation with Special Olympics UAE.

  Emirates 24|7 | June 18, 2020
• The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi Streams CARTOGRAPHY

  The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi, in partnership with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, presents an archived stream of Cartography, a theatrical work by the Brooklyn-based artists Kaneza Schall and Christopher Myers.

  Broadway World | June 18, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Athletics, Special Olympics UAE launch virtual fitness support programme

  NYU Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, Athletics has launched Virtual Unified Partners, a virtual fitness support programme, in cooperation with Special Olympics UAE.

  Emirates News Agency | June 17, 2020
• Anwar Gargash: early intervention helped UAE to fight Covid-19

  Minister of State for Foreign Affairs says he is 'very proud' of how UAE dealt with coronavirus.

  The National | June 17, 2020
• Coronavirus: Virtual fitness training for Special Olympics athletes

  NYU Abu Dhabi students are designing tailored home workout sessions for athletes.

  The National | June 17, 2020
• World Refugee Day: NYU Abu Dhabi to stream 'Cartography' play about young asylum seekers

  'Cartography' will be streamed on the Facebook page of The Arts Centre on Friday, June 19, to mark World Refugee Day.

  The National | June 17, 2020
• “Does Where we are Change how we See?”

  The NYUAD Art Gallery convenes Ways of Seeing Curators Sam Bardaouil, Till Fellrath, and Director of the Boghossian Foundation, Louma Salamé.

  Go Dubai | June 15, 2020
• UAE Artists Explore Evolution Of The Country's Cultural Eco-System

  Abu Dhabi, has hosted its latest CulturAll Conversations virtual event, in which a panel of leading Emirati and UAE-based artists engaged in a thought-provoking debate on the country’s cultural scene.

  Middle East Events | June 13, 2020
• Cultural round-up

  Fun and games for kids and the young at heart.

  Gulf News | June 13, 2020
• Amid coronavirus, Emirati cultural sector thrives through virtual reality

  The coronavirus crisis has not stopped the UAE from continuing its efforts to communicate with other cultures.

  Bahrain News Agency | June 13, 2020
• NYUAD members break Guinness World Records title virtually

  A group of six members from NYU Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, broke the Guinness World Records title for the most chest to ground burpees in 24 hours. 

  Saudi Gazette | June 11, 2020
• Coronavirus: Young eco-warriors call for greater environmental protection during pandemic

  Proper disposal, recycling of plastic materials urged as usage increases.

  Gulf News | June 09, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery livestreams premiere sound work by Zimoun

  The NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery has announced the rollout of its second digital archive: the Zimoun exhibition.

  Art Daily | June 07, 2020
• Gospel and Greek tragedy in ‘Antigone in Ferguson’

  Your weekend must-watch from Los Angeles Times.

  Daily Republic | June 06, 2020
• Gospel and Greek tragedy in ‘Antigone in Ferguson’: Your weekend must-watch

  The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi streams a 2019 performance of the closing segment of choreographer Camille A. Brown’s dance theater trilogy exploring African American identity.

  Los Angeles Times | June 06, 2020
• Swiss artist Zimoun to premiere an online audio performance for NYUAD Art Gallery

  The NYU Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, Art Gallery has announced the rollout of its second digital archive: the ZIMOUN exhibition.

  Emirates News Agency | June 04, 2020
• Digitalisation in dental health care is the way to go

  Digitalisation in dental and oral health care is the way to go and those in practice have become more open to this form of telehealth in these Novel Coronavirus (COVID19) times.

  Gulf Today | June 03, 2020
• Swiss artist Zimoun to premiere audio performance online

  The NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Art Gallery has announced the rollout of its second digital archive: the ZIMOUN exhibition. 

  FAD Magazine | June 03, 2020
• High diabetes and obesity rates complicate GCC's coronavirus fight

  In the ongoing havoc the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is wreaking, a double bind has the Gulf region’s health experts worried — the rising cases of diabetes and obesity and the increased risk of mortality this population faces due to the pandemic.

  Arab News | June 02, 2020
• NYUAD Arts Center’s “Reconnect” Presents New Virtual Shows This June

  Relive every moment of music, fun and laughter as NYUAD Arts Center brings you Reconnect, an online streaming series of past events from The Arts Center’s archives.

  Yalla | June 01, 2020
• Pandemic made me realise Bengaluru is a labour camp with a few apartments: Abhishek Majumdar

  For 15 years, Abhishek Majumdar has created plays on the fragility of human lives trapped in war and other upheavals. When the lockdown turned him into a relief worker, the award-winning theatre director found himself in a baffling new conflict zone.

  Indian Express | May 31, 2020
• What will COVID-19 mean for TNE in the Middle East?

  It is certainly no revelation that transnational education in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is driven by the bottom line. Until the 1990s, with the exception of Lebanon, the provision of higher education in the MENA region was shouldered by the public sector.

  University World News | May 30, 2020
• Camille A. Brown & Dancers

  Brown’s “ink,” from 2017, is her best yet. On June 3, you can watch the piece for free on the Facebook page for the Arts Center at New York University’s Abu Dhabi campus, where her company performed it last year.

  The New Yorker | May 30, 2020
• Coronavirus: reusable face masks to ease UAE eco concerns

  Focus shifts to re-usable and biodegradable masks as demand for protection continues to climb.

  The National | May 27, 2020
• Coronavirus news bulletin from UAE: 779 new cases announced; Dubai eases back to normalcy; Sharjah's major tourist sites reopen

  A round-up of major developments related to Covid-19 across the country.

  Khaleej Times | May 27, 2020
• Coronavirus: Reusable N95 masks 3D-printed in UAE

  The New York University-Abu Dhabi has produced an N95 mask that is comfortable and can be re-sterilised after use.

  Khaleej Times | May 26, 2020
• How life will look after Covid-19, from the economy to education

  Welcome to the new normal: how life will change, for better and for worse, after the pandemic passes.

  Wired | May 26, 2020
• Coronavirus: UAE students braced for muted graduation celebrations during virtual ceremonies

  University graduates admit it is a bittersweet moment as they cannot celebrate with friends and family as planned.

  The National | May 25, 2020
• Here's Why the UAE Now Has a Mental Health Hotline

  In March 2020 the UAE National Program for Happiness and Wellbeing (NPHW) announced its national campaign for mental support, available for all residents of the UAE.

  MOJEH | May 23, 2020
• How to have a healthy work-life balance while working from home in Abu Dhabi

  Advice from NYU Abu Dhabi's counselling team leader.

  Time Out Abu Dhabi | May 19, 2020
• Abu Dhabi University creates face shield prototype for healthcare sector

  The university aims to send 100 of these shields to hospitals over the coming weeks.

  Gulf Business | May 18, 2020
• Stay at Home series

  NYU Abu Dhabi's fitness instructor Dalal Mustafa talks about keeping fit during Covid-19.

  Dubai One | May 17, 2020
• NYUAD Art Gallery Digital Archive

  The NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery launches a series of events to mark the opening of its first digital archive.

  Yalla | May 14, 2020
• Four “big rocks” for a better Ramadan

  NYUAD Fitness and Wellness specialist Dalal Moustafa shares some health and wellness tips for an optimal Ramadan.

  Yalla | May 14, 2020
• To All The Art Fans Out There, NYU Abu Dhabi Is Launching Its First Digital Archive!

  New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Art Gallery will be launching its first digital archive, starting with “TRACE: Archives and Reunions”.

  Scoop Empire | May 14, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery launches events to mark opening of its first digital archive

  As the world continues to practice physical distancing amid the current global pandemic, The NYU Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, Art Gallery invites the public to virtually reunite with artists and curators from its past exhibitions, and re-trace those exhibitions through the Gallery’s first-ever digital archive.

  Emirates News Agency | May 14, 2020
• Covid-19’s blow to world trade is a heavy one

  And pre-existing conditions seem to worsen the prognosis.

  The Economist | May 14, 2020
• Wednesday’s Livestreaming Events: Padma Lakshmi, Connie Britton, Gabrielle Union and More

  Appointment viewing is back. Find out what online events to look for today, and when to tune in.

  New York Times | May 13, 2020
• Pacific Opera Project’s free ‘Magic Flute’ watch party

  Your quarantine must-watch of the day.

  Los Angeles Times | May 13, 2020
• The best live theater to stream online on May 13

  Theaters are closed for now, but you can find great stage stars and events live online today.

  Time Out New York | May 13, 2020
• This week: live streamed concerts

  Live streamed concerts from May 11, 2020 – May 17, 2020.

  I care if you listen | May 11, 2020
• Abu Dhabi's culture goes online

  Abu Dhabi's tourist attractions and cultural events are closed in real life but they have opened up to virtual.

  CNN | May 11, 2020
• How Behavioral Science Can Help Contain the Coronavirus

  A new global survey could help us understand why some people follow the rules for avoiding COVID-19 and others don’t.

  Scientific American | May 11, 2020
• How are people traveling to museums & art galleries from home

  Virtual reality websites are becoming a ticket to cultural experiences for many who are currently self-isolating.

  Euro News | May 10, 2020
• Re-adjustments when going back to work

  Dr Vedrana Mladina Clinical Psychologist discusses some of the re-adjustments employees have to go through once they started going back to the office after working remotely for some time.

  Dubai One TV | May 07, 2020
• How TV is connecting communities this Ramadan

  Ramadan is the Arab world's most important TV season. This year, despite Covid-19 movement restrictions, fans are finding ways to share viewing experiences.

  CNN | May 07, 2020
• Coronavirus disrupts advertising industry as events are cancelled and consumer spending falls

  Four out of five major multinationals are postponing planned campaigns due to crisis, World Federation of Advertisers says.

  The National | May 07, 2020
• UAE’s Mubadala Healthcare and NYUAD to jointly produce 3D-printed medical masks

  The 3D-printed masks will be similar to the N95 mask, but will be reusable and feature replaceable filters.

  Gulf Business | May 06, 2020
• Coronavirus: NYU Abu Dhabi develops 3D-printed reusable masks similar to the N95

  The university has collaborated with Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi to help meet the demand for critical medical supplies during the pandemic.

  The National | May 04, 2020
• Looking For Some Zen As You #StayHome? NYU Abu Dhabi Athletics Introduces Weekly Virtual Yoga And Meditation Classes Open To The Public

  NYU Abu Dhabi Athletics will be posting weekly virtual yoga and meditation classes every Thursday, at 8am GST.

  Abu Dhabi Blog | April 25, 2020
• Having mood swings? You’re not alone – here’s how to deal with them

  Irrational bouts of anger or sadness are completely normal in the current circumstances say mental health professionals.

  The National | April 25, 2020
• Health Hero Match, marketplace for hospitals workers wins NYUAD hackathon

  NYU Abu Dhabi announced that Health Hero Match, a website that connects medical workers with hospitals currently facing staffing shortages, has won first place at the 2020 Annual NYUAD International Hackathon for Social Good in the Arab World.

  Business Transformation | April 23, 2020
• 125 varsities come forward to address COVID-19

  A year-round social impact innovation programme for graduate students across the world, Global Grad Show, an initiative by the Art Dubai Group, has received entries from 125 universities in 40 countries during the application phase of its initiative addressing the collateral issues of the Covid-19 pandemic.

  Gulf Today | April 21, 2020
• NYUAD Art Gallery to host virtual roundtable to discuss interconnection amid Covid-19

  Award-winning artist Amar Kanwar joins scholars in a public virtual roundtable to explore interconnection as the globe battles with COVID-19.

  Architectural Digest Middle East | April 20, 2020
• Meex UAE Economy Analyst

  Can Mideast economies recover from virus slowdown?

  Associated Press | April 19, 2020
• Coronavirus news bulletin from UAE

  A round-up of all the latest Covid-19 developments you need to know.

  Khaleej Times | April 18, 2020
• Looking For Inspiration As You #Stayhome?

  The NYU AbuDhabi Institute talks are now available online.

  Dubai Fashion | April 17, 2020
• Re-imagining Community: Cross Cultural Collaboration in the Age of Physical Distancing

  The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi will present a live streamed cross-cultural exchange event titled "Re-imagining Community: Cross-Cultural Collaboration in the Age of Physical Distancing."

  Dubai Chronicles | April 16, 2020
• Mid-Pandemic, a Trinity Curriculum Unpicks New Dangers to Democracy

  Trinity has launched a new online curriculum on democracy – based on an 18-month project with colleges around the world – at a timely moment.

  University Times | April 15, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi hosts virtual hackathon to tackle COVID-19 challenges

  More than 120 judges, mentors, and students are expected to participate virtually in this year’s edition to innovate a solution for the social good during the global pandemic.

  ITP | April 15, 2020
• Award-Winning Artist Amar Kanwar Joins Scholars in a Public Virtual Roundtable to Explore Interconnection as the Globe Battles With COVID-19

  The public talk ties into the larger questions of Amar Kanwar's exhibition at The NYUAD Art Gallery, The Sovereign Forest, which makes visible our interconnectedness, from the sovereignty of a forest, to how we understand the health of a nation.

  Go Dubai | April 15, 2020
• First ever regional virtual Hackathon to tackle COVID-19

  New York University Abu Dhabi is set to host the ninth edition of the 2020 Annual NYUAD International Hackathon to steer social good.

  Abu Dhabi World | April 14, 2020
• In Pakistan, sex workers face a cruel dilemma – feed their children or risk infection with coronavirus

  Sex workers are not part of the formal economy, eliminating them from Pakistan’s Covid-19 relief agendas. Taboo exacerbates their invisibility.

  Independent | April 13, 2020
• Users of NYU Abu Dhabi's online Arabic language library jump 700 per cent during pandemic

  The digital library is a partnership between NYU New York and NYU Abu Dhabi.

  The National | April 12, 2020
• Future Work Changing — New York University Abu Dhabi

  New York University is researching how coronavirus is changing the future of work. We speak to  associate professor Nancy Gleason. 
  

  Dubai Eye | April 12, 2020
• NYU’s Arabic collections online usage jumps 700% in March

  The number of monthly users of NYU Libraries’ Arabic Collections Online (ACO) increased from 50,000 to 350,000 in March, as remote learning and self-quarantine have become the order of the day.

  The Gulf Time | April 11, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Researchers Respond to COVID-19

  NYU Abu Dhabi's global community of researchers and faculty are responding to the unique challenges posed by COVID-19. 

  MENAFN | April 09, 2020
• A silver lining for research at a time of pandemic

  Scientists are using time away from their labs to dig deeply into their data.
  

  Nature Middle East | April 06, 2020
• Coronavirus: Increased measures will help UAE flatten curve

  Increased testing and social distancing will speed up the process, says expert.
  

  Gulf News | April 05, 2020
• Social scientists worldwide collaborate on COVID-19

  More than 100 international social scientists are working together to collect immediate and longitudinal information on the key social science factors that might predict the spread of COVID-19.
  

  Medical Xpress | April 03, 2020
• World Autism Day: how families cope with coronavirus isolation

  Yola dancing, backyard digs and daily routine help children through uncertain times.
  

  The National | April 02, 2020
• Maysoon Zayid on tap dancing and figuring out stand-up comedy in a virtual world

  The comedian, who hasn't left her New Jersey home in weeks, is taking the time to work on a comic book, knit latch-hooks and, of course, tap dance.
  

  The National | April 02, 2020
• NYU Abu Dhabi Project Space exhibition Intimaa online

  In the new video, the Art Gallery’s inaugural David Webb Museum Fellow, Tala Nassar, gives a tour of the exhibition.
  

  Zawya | April 02, 2020
• Stuck At Home? The Best 18 ‘Armchair Travel’ Opportunities From 7 Continents

  As coronavirus containment turns the world inward, we still have opportunities to travel.
  

  Forbes | March 31, 2020
• NYUAD Arts Centre to stream past performances online

  The online series features shows by Maysoon Zayid, 47 Soul and more.

  The National | March 31, 2020
• Take These Ten Tips and Call Us in the Morning!

  Most of us are struggling now, trying to meet the demands of working, homeschooling and generally trying to remain optimistic. So, Yalla turned to a doctor for some tips.
  

  Yalla | March 30, 2020