MU signed a cooperation agreement with Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University (IAU) in research and scientific fields and knowledge transfer between the two sides. The memorandum was signed by Prof. Ahmed Rumaih, Vice Rector for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, and Dr. Nihad Al-Omair, Vice-Rector for Development and Community Partnership. The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Ali Al-Saawi, the dean of Research at MU, and Dr. Murad Al-Thubaiti, the dean of College of Engineering at IAU.
The objective of the agreement is to activate research collaboration and knowledge transfer between the two sides, including coordinating and facilitating joint work between researchers, funding joint research of mutual interest and exchanging academic, scientific, research, training, and cultural visits between the two sides.
Prof. Al-Rumaih pointed out that IAU is one of the leading universities in the Eastern Province and the Kingdom, and is well known for its excellence in different specialties. During our visit, we explored the College of Engineering facilities, including the exceptional laboratories and training centers, and the Medical Research and Consultation Institute.