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The Emirates Research Development Council (ERDC) has launched the National Research and Development Leadership Programme, marking a significant milestone in the UAE’s pursuit of an innovation- and knowledge-based economy.
Overseen by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology’s General Secretariat team, the programme has been launched in collaboration with the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) and Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU). It reflects the nation’s commitment to implementing the leadership’s strategic vision and cultivating capabilities as part of the national Research and Development agenda.
The programme is unique and first-of-a-kind in the region, aiming to cultivate leaders in innovation by focusing on best practices in Research and Development management. It will enable the participants to adopt and promote excellence in Research and Development and innovation management in line with national Research and Development priorities, aiming to strengthening the UAE’s position as a hub for innovation.
Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, said, “The UAE is building a knowledge-based economy driven by an advanced innovation and Research and Development ecosystem. Investing in national capabilities to drive large-scale Research and Development programmes is vital to achieving national objectives and furthering the UAE’s position as a global hub for technological advancement. This programme is instrumental in equipping exceptional local talent with hands-on experience to enhance the impact of a diverse range of Research and Development projects and foster innovation across the nation.”