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Khalifa University

Abu Dhabi’s flagship STEM research university, anchoring the Khalifa Innovation Center and partnerships with G42, ADNOC, Mubadala and EDGE.

Updated 8 November 2026 · Emirates Startups index

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Khalifa University spins out engineering, semiconductor, energy and AI research into commercial ventures. Its Innovation Center is the most active university spin-out engine in Abu Dhabi.

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Main campus on Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway, Abu Dhabi; co-located with Masdar Institute.

Sectoredtech
Stagegrowth
FundingGovernment of Abu Dhabi
Employees4,000+ students, 700+ researchers
Founded2007