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AURAK Celebrates Diversity: Students Showscase Cultures of 23 Countries

PR News Desk 13/03/2024

The campus of the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) celebrated the sights, sounds, smells and traditions of 23 different countries, at the 11th Global Day celebrations held under the theme of “Celebrating Cultures From Across The Globe.” The unique and enriching

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Over 60 Global Experts Stress Innovation to Elevate Quality of Education

PR News Desk 28/02/2024

Over 60 higher education leaders stressed the need for innovation in elevating the quality of education in the Middle East at the ‘QS Higher Ed Summit: Middle East’ hosted by the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) from 27-29 February, 2024. Organized by AURAK and QS (Quacquarelli Symonds), global higher education analyst and compiler […]

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20 Speakers from 10 Countries Shed Light on Sustainability at Workshop

PR News Desk 26/02/2024

Diverse and innovative ideas on how to accelerate sustainability were shared by 20 speakers from 10 countries at a two-day workshop on ‘Interdisciplinary Solutions for a Sustainable Future’, hosted jointly by the Arab-German Young Academy of Sciences and Humanities (AGYA) and the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) in Ras Al Khaimah. Speakers from […]

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Region’s most dynamic startups honored at Middle East Startup Awards (MESA)

PR News Desk 22/01/2024

The Middle East Startup Awards (MESA) 2022-23, the regional round of the Global Startup Awards, honored some of the most dynamic startups from eight countries of the region at the end of a two-day conference and exhibition, hosted by the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK). The Middle East Startup Awards recognize the exceptional […]

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12th Commencement Ceremony of AURAK honours 186 graduates

Arnold Pinto 07/12/2023

A mix of Emirati and international students received their degrees at the 12th Commencement Ceremony of the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), presided over by Sheikh Khalid bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Vice Chairman of Ras Al Khaimah’s Investment and Development Office and Chairman of Marjan. Sheikh Khalid conferred degrees on a […]

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6 COP28-linked research projects of AURAK

PR News Desk 27/11/2023

In the run-up to COP28, the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has been engaged in six primary research projects seeking innovative solutions to environmental damage as part of the university’s contribution to addressing climate change. The research projects focus on diverse areas – from renewable hydrogen to grid-connected solar PV systems, from torching

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AURAK supports COP28 goals with multiple activities and research

PR News Desk 15/11/2023

In an effort to amplify the UAE’s frontline position as a leader in the fight against climate change, the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has ramped up its activities to support the goals of COP28, the global event that is being hosted by the UAE at Dubai Expo City from November 30 to […]

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Booming biotechnology industry offers huge job prospects for today’s youth

PR News Desk 10/10/2023

The global biotechnology market is projected to reach USD 3.88 trillion by 2030, registering a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 13.96%, according US market research and consulting company, Grand View Research. Other studies predict a higher CAGR of over 30 per cent. In the MENA region, the biotechnology sector is experiencing phenomenal growth, reflected […]

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Roles in Educational Leadership to gain traction in a disruptive careers landscape

PR News Desk 27/09/2023

In a disruptive careers landscape in which Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machines threaten to take over many jobs, jobs in educational leadership are predicted to continue to command high value. Educational leaders – those professionals who are tasked with the management and administration of educational institutions, including schools and universities – are the ones

Tech

Interest in AI-related programmes mounts, as AI is predicted to create 97 million new jobs by 2025

News Desk 10/07/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, July 10, 2023: Call it the charge of ChatGPT or a sign of the times, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved to the top of the list for career choices among youths entering university. World Economic Forum has projected that AI will create 97 million new jobs by 2025. Club that with […]

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AURAK hosts International Yoga Day celebrations to support holistic approach to life and learning

News Desk 26/06/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, June 26, 2023: The growing popularity of yoga globally was celebrated at the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) with a colourful event to mark the 9th International Yoga Day, supported by the Consulate General of India and the Indian People’s Forum (IPF). As part of the university’s holistic approach […]

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2 AURAK researchers propose new framework to detect damaged kidney cells by using hardware accelerator

News Desk 23/06/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, June 23, 2023: Two prominent researchers from the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) have proposed a new framework for detecting different types of damaged kidney cells by using a hardware accelerator. Dr Arfan Ghani, Associate Professor – Computer Engineering, at the School of Engineering and Dr Rawad Hodeify, Associate […]

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AURAK joins elite league with AACSB accreditation, cements position as a leading business school in UAE

News Desk 08/05/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, May 8, 2023: The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has achieved a significant milestone by earning full accreditation for its business school from AACSB International—the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). With this, AURAK joins an elite league of global institutions to achieve the prestigious recognition and

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AURAK professor co-authors paper on open source platform

News Desk 25/04/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, April 25, 2023: A researcher from the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has co-authored a paper on an open source platform that enables brain-like computations. The paper presents a novel approach to neuromorphic computing, which is inspired by the structure and function of the human brain. The paper demonstrates […]

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Universities should embrace ChatGPT

News Desk 12/04/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, April 12, 2023: ChatGPT and similar tools are here to stay, and it is futile to try to prevent their use. The best course of action is to guide university students to use such AI-enabled text-generation programs responsibly and ethically, according to an internal paper prepared by the American University of […]

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AURAK to develop new smart learning tools

News Desk 30/03/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, March 30, 2024: The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is set to develop a slew of smart learning tools with the AED 500,000 research funding awarded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) under the Mohammed Bin Rashid Smart Learning Program (MBRSLP). The funding was granted to the university’s Office of […]

Health Lifestyle

Nearly 50% of patients self-medicate

News Desk 24/03/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, March 24, 2023: Nearly 50% of people surveyed have self-medicated using antibiotics, and 53% wrongly believe antibiotics can be used to treat viral infections. These are some of the findings from a research study conducted by a team of researchers led by Dr. Cijo Vazhappilly from the American University of Ras […]

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AURAK becomes MOE Authorized Test Center for EmSAT

News Desk 30/01/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, January 30, 2023: In recognition of its testing facilities and staff proficiency, the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has been appointed by the Ministry of Education as an authorized test center for EmSAT, the national system of standardized computer-based tests based on United Arab Emirates national standards. AURAK thus […]

Business

AURAK’s Entrepreneurship Hub creates an ecosystem to empower students and community to execute business ideas

News Desk 16/01/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, January 16, 2023: The Entrepreneurship Hub at the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is intensifying its efforts to create an entrepreneurship ecosystem through which AURAK students, alums, and the community, in general, can execute their business ideas.  Launched in the Spring of 2021, AURAK’s Entrepreneurship Hub is a joint