PhD Students to Spend Part of Their Studies at KU Leuven to Work on Collaborative Research Projects听
Khalifa University of Science and Technology today announced the launch of a dual PhD program in the field of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, in partnership with KU Leuven of Belgium, providing students from both institutions the opportunity to gain international research experience.听听
According to an agreement signed by both institutions, Khalifa University students will spend at least one year of their PhD studies at KU Leuven. This time will be primarily dedicated to conducting research under the joint supervision of advisors from Khalifa University and KU Leuven. Similarly, KU Leuven students will have the opportunity to gain international research experience and a dual PhD degree by spending at least one year at Khalifa University.听听
Professor Sir John O鈥橰eilly, President, Khalifa University, said: 鈥淲e are delighted to launch this dual PhD program with KU Leuven to facilitate shared research excellence in the field of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering. This will enable students to further expand their skills set, especially working in a laboratory, experiment planning, research and data interpretation. We believe this program will not only help strengthen human capital development and exchange of expertise in strategic areas for the UAE and the region but accelerate progress in scientific research and subsequent innovations, while enhancing opportunities for various international research programs.鈥澨�
Professor Luc Sels, Rector of KU Leuven, added: 鈥淜U Leuven is looking forward to collaborating with Khalifa University on this dual PhD program. This initiative aligns with our commitment to fostering international partnerships and advancing research in biomedical sciences. Our joint efforts will provide students with a unique and enriching academic experience, promoting scientific breakthroughs that address global health challenges.鈥澨�
The final PhD thesis will be examined by a joint committee from the two institutions and an independent examiner from another institution. Successful students will receive a certificate from both Khalifa University as well as from KU Leuven.听听
Earlier in 2022, the two institutions joined forces to initiate a Biomedical Science Discovery (BISDI) program supported initially for a two-year run-in period by an investment of 鈧�10 million for Khalifa University and VIB, KU Leuven. The objective of the program was to develop new treatments for diabetes by innovative intelligent systems-based target discovery and drug target validation tools.听听
Khalifa University currently offers PhD programs in the broad fields of Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Physics, Mathematics, Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Life Sciences, and Public Health.听
Clarence Michael
English Editor – Specialist
24 July 2024
