Conference Program
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The UAE Interdisciplinary Education & Research Summit 2025 will feature a comprehensive program of keynote speeches, panel discussions, an interactive capstone project exhibition, and hands-on workshops. Below is the detailed agenda for the event.
Opening Session
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Panel Sessions
The summit will host eight high-impact panels featuring experts from academia, industry, and government. Each panel will include a moderator and distinguished speakers, engaging in discussions on the role of interdisciplinary education and research in shaping the future.
Please click on a speaker’s name to view their full bio.
9:45 AM – 10:30 AM | Panel 1 & Panel 2 (Parallel Sessions) |
Panel 1: Breaking Silos – The Power of Interdisciplinary Education
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Description: This session explores how breaking down traditional academic and industry silos fosters innovation and better prepares students for global challenges. |
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Panel 2: The Role of Interdisciplinary Research in Innovation
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Description: Experts will discuss successful models and case studies of collaborative research leading to significant technological and social advancements. |
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10:30 AM – 10:40 AM | Break & Networking
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM | Panel 3 & Panel 4 (Parallel Sessions) |
Panel 3: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Sustainable Development
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Description: Discussion on how interdisciplinary collaboration is critical to achieving sustainability goals and addressing environmental challenges. |
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Panel 4: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Global Business Transformation
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Description: How interdisciplinary methods contribute to business transformation, economic policy, and global financial stability. |
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11:30 AM – 11:40 AM | Break & Networking
11:40 AM – 12:25 PM | Panel 5 & Panel 6 (Parallel Sessions) |
Panel 5: Artificial Intelligence & Society – Ethical and Interdisciplinary Perspectives
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Description: A deep dive into the ethical and societal implications of AI through an interdisciplinary lens. |
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Panel 6: The Future of Work – Interdisciplinary Skills for the 21st Century
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Description: A discussion on the skills required for the evolving job market and the role of interdisciplinary education in preparing students. |
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12:25 PM – 12:35 PM | Break & Networking
12:35 PM – 1:20 PM | Panel 7 & Panel 8 (Parallel Sessions) |
Panel 7: The Future of Interdisciplinary Research & Education – The Way Forward
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Description: A forward-looking discussion on global trends in interdisciplinary research and education. |
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Panel 8: Community Perspectives on Interdisciplinary Research & Education
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Description: Stakeholders from various backgrounds discuss how interdisciplinary education impacts communities and the future workforce. |
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1:20 PM – 1:30 PM | Q&A & Networking Break