Research Institute for Sustainable Futures

Achieving the United Nation’s sustainable development goals

A world-class center of cutting-edge and innovative research

The Research Institute for Sustainable Futures(RISF) focuses the collective research expertise of Abu Dhabi University on achieving the United Nation’s sustainable development goals (SDGs) and on contributing to reaching the 2050 net-zero goals in areas where it is currently internationally recognized for the breadth and depth of its research excellence.

The RISF seeks to develop inter-disciplinary research programs to tackle complex problems from multiple perspectives.

Foster advanced research activities, position the university among the best research-intensive institutions in the UAE and the region. Also, to support technology transfer to industry, provide real-world solutions, and supports the UAE's transition towards a knowledge-based economy.

The goals of the Institute

The RISF seeks to develop inter-disciplinary research programs to tackle complex problems from multiple perspectives.

The overarching goals of the Institute are:

  • Global Collaboration Catalyst

    To mobilize ADU faculty and our international networks to support the formation of global interdisciplinary research teams.

  • Sustainability Exchange Hub

    To be a conduit for knowledge sharing and technology transfer on sustainability activities in the UAE.

  • Bridging Boundaries

    To connect UAE sustainability organizations with the international policy and research agendas of strategic importance.

  • Bridging Sustainable Impact

    To facilitate the transfer of sustainability impact within the UAE and to developing nations.

  • Empowering Policy

    To support policy formulation and implementation within the UAE.

  • Sustainable Horizons

    To develop research themes and undertake research projects that contribute to sustainability.

Research Institute for Sustainable Futures

Research centers are established to integrate the university research activities, foster interdisciplinary projects across Abu Dhabi University, and intensify collaboration with regional and international research institutes.

Research Institute for Sustainable Futures

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Research Institute for AI & Emerging Technologies

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Sustainable Health & Wellbeing

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Sustainable Construction & Green Issues

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Resilient Climate Change

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Timeframe and Milestones

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We collaborates with global universities