- The Program offers hands-on research and skill development
- Students work closely with global faculty on campus
- Opportunity strengthens academic and career pathways
NYU Abu Dhabi has opened applications for its Summer Research Program 2026, inviting undergraduate students to gain practical research experience in a global academic setting. The program is open to students from NYU New York, NYU Shanghai, and universities across the UAE.
The eight-week, in-person program will run during summer 2026 at the NYU Abu Dhabi campus. Selected students will work on faculty-led research projects, allowing them to build strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills that are valuable for future careers in academia, industry, and innovation-driven roles.
Participants will collaborate with peers from different institutions and backgrounds, creating an environment that encourages knowledge exchange and professional growth. The program also helps students explore research-based career paths while strengthening their academic profiles.
Farhana Goha, Director of Visiting Students Program and Student Research at NYU Abu Dhabi, said such initiatives play a key role in developing strong research communities by enabling students to actively contribute to ongoing academic work while learning from diverse perspectives.
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Applications close on February 27, 2026, at 5:00 pm GST. All positions will be conducted on campus, offering students full access to NYU Abu Dhabi’s advanced research facilities.
NYU Abu Dhabi is recognized for its strong research output, ranking first in the UAE for publications in top science journals listed in the Nature Index. The university has over 90 faculty labs and more than 9,500 global research publications. Times Higher Education places NYU among the world’s top 31 universities, reinforcing NYU Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading research hub in the region.
