Abu dhabi: Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (SUAD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emirates Nature-WWF to advance collaboration in biodiversity research, environmental sustainability, climate resilience, and the responsible application of emerging technologies.
According to Emirates News Agency, the five-year agreement, running until 2030, establishes a long-term platform for collaborative research, applied innovation, and knowledge and talent exchange to accelerate impact in biodiversity conservation and climate resilience.
The partnership will focus on advancing scientific research on biodiversity and ecosystem resilience, including the development and application of artificial intelligence, robotics, and emerging digital technologies to enhance environmental monitoring, data analysis, and decision-making for conservation and sustainability. It will also foster structured collaboration between researchers, practitioners, and students, facilitating joint studies, field-based learning, and the integration of data and policy-relevant insights at both national and international levels.
This collaboration was announced in alignment with International Marine Mammal Protection Day on 19th February, highlighting the shared commitment of both institutions to advancing science-driven conservation that safeguards marine and terrestrial ecosystems while strengthening climate resilience.
Professor Nathalie Martial-Braz, Chancellor of Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, emphasized the university's role in advancing science-led solutions to environmental challenges, reflecting a commitment to rigorous research and partnerships that contribute to the protection of biodiversity, ecosystems, and climate resilience.
Laila Mostafa Abdullatif, Director-General of Emirates Nature-WWF, noted that the collaboration integrates academic research, artificial intelligence, and practical conservation expertise to deliver measurable outcomes for biodiversity and climate resilience, building a stronger ecosystem of knowledge and capability that supports evidence-based solutions for the UAE and the wider region.