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Research & Innovation at IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi
Advancing Knowledge into Real-World Impact
Research at IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi is built on the academic and innovation excellence of IIT Delhi, a globally recognized leader in engineering and technology. IIT Delhi drives 600+ sponsored research projects across AI, biotechnology, healthcare, clean energy, and advanced materials, spanning 16 departments, 6 schools, 15 centers, and 20 centers of excellence. This robust ecosystem is reinforced by deep industry partnerships, a mature startup culture, and extensive global collaborations. Extending this proven foundation, IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi advances interdisciplinary research aligned with UAE priorities.
Collaborating Institutions
IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi cultivates strategic partnerships with leading UAE and international academic institutions to strengthen interdisciplinary research, faculty collaboration, and joint academic programs. These collaborations focus on regional and global challenges, including energy, AI, advanced materials, sustainability, and healthcare.
Formalized agreements with Khalifa University, MBZUAI, Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, and Zayed University provide frameworks for joint research projects, student and faculty exchanges, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Through these partnerships, IITD-AD actively facilitates cross-institutional dialogue, resource sharing, and the development of innovative solutions that create lasting regional and global impact.
Events and Knowledge Exchange
IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi hosts high-impact events that bring together researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and students to share knowledge, advance collaboration, and translate research into tangible outcomes. These events promote interdisciplinary learning, regional engagement, and global connectivity.
Signature programs include international workshops, research symposia, innovation bootcamps, startup delegations, and leadership forums. By fostering dialogue across academic, industry, and policy sectors, IITD-AD ensures that research not only advances knowledge but also informs solutions to pressing technological and societal challenges, strengthening its position as a globally connected research hub.
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Featured Research Events
Explore flagship workshops, conferences, and innovation forums that connect researchers, students, industry, and policymakers around high-impact ideas.
KU & IITD-AD Joint Research Symposium: Advancing Energy, Sustainability, AI, and Cybersecurity
January 28, 2025
Inaugural joint symposium presenting interdisciplinary research in clean energy, AI, cybersecurity, and sustainability, highlighting collaboration pathways.
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KU – IITD-AD Research Connect Workshop: Strengthening Cross-Institutional Collaboration
January 31, 2025
Platform to align research priorities across IITD-AD, Khalifa University, and IIT Delhi, focusing on materials, quantum technologies, sustainability, and carbon capture.
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NASSCOM InnoTrek Middle East 2025: Deeptech Startup Delegation Engagement
February 20, 2025
Hosted Indian deeptech startups for engagement with academia, investors, and industry stakeholders, facilitating collaboration and regional market entry.
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International Workshop & Symposium on Carbon Capture and Beyond (CCB)
February 24, 2025
The CCB workshop at IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi convened global experts to advance carbon capture, emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation, policy integration, and scalable solutions for effective decarbonization and sustainability.
Visit EventResearch Symposium on AI, Security, and Silicon (AISS 2025)
May 28, 2025
The AISS 2025 symposium at IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi convened regional experts to advance AI and semiconductor security, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, technical exchange, and innovation among academia, industry, and government stakeholders.
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Multi-Institute Faculty Interdisciplinary Research Projects (MFIRP): Seed Funding and Collaboration
July 1, 2025
A joint initiative with Khalifa University and MBZUAI supporting interdisciplinary faculty-led research across AI, advanced materials, carbon capture, manufacturing, and climate sustainability.
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Energy & AI Summer Bootcamp
August 4, 2025
Hands-on summer program for high school students offering practical exposure to AI, sustainable energy systems, machine learning, computer vision, and real-world applications.
Inauguration of Atal Incubation Centre (AIC)
September 10, 2025
The first overseas Atal Incubation Centre by an Indian institution, providing world-class support for deeptech startups and advancing India-UAE research and innovation collaboration.
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UAE - India Leaders Program: Science, Technology, and Sustainability
November 1, 2025
Leadership initiative cultivating Emirati leaders with global perspectives on innovation and sustainability while strengthening institutional collaboration between the UAE and India.
Visit EventIIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi Ignite 2025
November 12, 2025
Ignite 2025 convened 200+ participants to advance collaboration in deep science, innovation, and industry partnerships, emphasizing research translation and real-world impact.
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AI for the Global South (AI4GS): Research Roadmap Workshop
December 9, 2025
AI4GS convenes global researchers and stakeholders to co-develop a 10-year, transdisciplinary agenda advancing inclusive, equitable AI solutions tailored to the needs of the Global South.
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International Workshops on AI and Materials for Sustainability
December 14, 2025
A series of international workshops convened leading global researchers and emerging scholars to advance AI and materials for sustainability, featuring hands-on sessions and strengthening international collaboration and research capabilities.
International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Materials for Sustainability (AIMS 2025)
December 15, 2025
AIMS 2025 at IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi united global experts in AI, materials science, and sustainability to drive innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact across energy, climate, and water challenges.
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International Workshop on Photonics, Genomics, and AI for Health
December 18, 2025
An international forum advancing non-invasive diagnostics, biophotonics, antimicrobial research, and AI-enabled healthcare technologies. Researchers from India, Norway, and the UAE collaborated to strengthen high-impact medical innovation.
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December 24, 2025
A three-day intensive programme engaged 101 high school students in hands-on learning across AI, energy, and sustainability, culminating in an innovative student-led startup pitch challenge.
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International Workshop on Quantum Science & Technologies
February 9, 2026
The workshop convened global experts to advance AI-driven quantum materials & technologies, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue, scientific exchange, and collaboration through plenary sessions, technical discussions, and strategic engagement.
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