The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites outstanding candidates to apply for its PhD Fellowship on Climate Action, a prestigious opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research on sustainability, climate resilience, and environmental innovation.

As the UAE’s top-ranked university in sustainability rankings, UAEU is committed to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and tackling global climate challenges. This fellowship supports exceptional scholars in conducting impactful research on renewable energy, water management, ecosystem preservation, and climate-smart solutions. Fellows will collaborate with global experts, contribute to policy recommendations, and drive innovations aligned with the UAE’s sustainability vision.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
• Funding Type: Full tuition waiver + Monthly stipend
• Host Institution: United Arab Emirates University (UAEU)
• Eligible Countries: All nationalities
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Early-career researchers, postgraduate students
• Focus Areas: Renewable energy and decarbonization, water-energy-food nexus in arid environments, ecosystem restoration and biodiversity, climate-smart agriculture, and urban resilience.
• Study Level: PhD
• Degree Required: Master’s degree in a relevant field (minimum CGPA of 3.3/4.0)
• Duration: 4 years (August 2025 – July 2029)
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Benefits and Financial Aids

The UAEU PhD Fellowship will provide the following benefits for selected candidates:

• Full tuition waiver for the entire PhD program
• Monthly stipend for living expenses
• Access to world-class research facilities and mentorship
• International networking & conference support

Eligibility Criteria

The program requirements are as follows:

• Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a university recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education
• Have a minimum CGPA of 3.3/4.0 or equivalent
• Demonstrated interest in sustainability, climate action, and interdisciplinary research
• Strong publication record in reputable Scopus-indexed journals

Required Documents

All candidates must prepare and submit the following supporting documents:

• Statement of Purpose
• Academic transcripts
• Detailed research proposal

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed based on the following criteria:

• Academic excellence
• Research potential
• Alignment with UAEU’s climate action goals

Projects Types

This fellowship program provides two types of projects as follows:

1. Internally Funded Projects – Fellows join UAEU-led research projects aligned with sustainability goals. Ongoing projects include:
   • Membrane Desalination (Civil & Environmental Eng.) – Prof. Mohamed Mohamed
   • Aluminium Alloy Electrodeposition (Chemical & Petroleum Eng.) – Dr. Omar Awayssa
   • Pesticides & Heavy Metals Impact on Food Security (Chemistry) – Prof. Iltaf Shah
   • MXenes-Based Composites for CO2 Reduction & Hydrogen Production (Chemical & Petroleum Eng.) – Dr. Muhammad Tahir
   • Soil Carbon Dynamics in Date Palm Cultivation (Biology) – Dr. Amit Kumar
   • Turbine Blade Cooling Innovation (Mechanical & Aerospace Eng.) – Dr. Mahmoud Elgendi
   • CO2-to-Fuel Catalysts (Chemistry) – Prof. Abbas Khaleel
   • Urban Air Mobility Propulsion (Mechanical & Aerospace Eng.) – Dr. Farag Omar
   • BioPolyurethane from Date Palm Waste (Chemical & Petroleum Eng.) – Prof. Basim Abu Jdayil
   • Energy Performance in UAE Buildings (Architectural Eng.) – Dr. Young Ki Kim
2. Candidate Proposal-Based Projects – Applicants may propose their research ideas. If selected, they will be matched with a faculty expert and research center aligned with their topic.

How to Apply?

• Visit the UAEU PhD admission page using the link below
• Complete the online application form and upload the required documents.
• Submit a well-structured research proposal aligned with UAEU’s climate action goals.
• Await notification for the interview process if shortlisted.
• Successful candidates will receive official admission and funding confirmation.

Apply Now

For further inquiries, contact UAEU at [email protected] or review the official UAEU call.

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