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Sheikha Moza joins QF in marking 25-year-anniversary by recognising ’empowering innovation’

At least 80 international Qatar Foundation-supported innovations were celebrated. Sheikha Moza bint Nasser recognised leading innovators on Wednesday in an event to mark the 25th anniversary of Qatar Foundation. The…

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COVID-19’s education ‘quick fixes’ haven’t worked for everyone, QF CEO Sheikha Hind says

Qatar Foundation CEO and Qatari royal Sheikha Hind Bint Hamad Al Thani highlighted the challenges in the education sector in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The key to creating a…

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Could QF’s latest innovative tool help diagnose Autism in children?

One in every 87 newborn babies in Qatar is diagnosed with autism, with cases on the rise. Qatar Foundation has developed a new innovative eye-tracking screening tool to help diagnose…

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Qatar Foundation launches Earthna Centre

“Earthna is focused on developing tools, solutions, and policies to improve people’s lives within a thriving natural environment,” said Gonzalo Castro de la Mata, the Executive Director of Earthna Centre. …

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Qatar to open first community recycling hub in Education City

The new initiative aims to encourage the community to start recycling in an effort to help the country’s sustainability goals. To mark Global Recycling Day, Qatar Foundation (QF) has announced…

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Education City goes car-free on National Sports Day

In efforts to minimise its carbon footprint, Qatar Foundation introduces a new sustainability initiative to boost environmental morale. Qatar Foundation (QF) is set to hold a car-free day on Qatar’s…

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Qatari officials mourn death of former QF president

The late educator was known for his remarkable achievements in local education. Qatar Foundation’s (QF) former president, Dr. Fathy Saoud, passed away on Saturday, leaving behind a lasting legacy in…

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Researchers in Qatar develop advanced screening tool for genetic diseases

Scientists in Qatar and Weill Cornell Medicine have teamed up to assemble an innovative low-cost screening tool, “QChip1,” that detects genetic diseases. Researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine’s (WCM) main campus…

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HBKU ranked amongst top 150 universities worldwide

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a considerably young institution, is rising in global rankings through its prestigious Computer Science and Engineering department. In their 2021 edition of reputable international university…

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