Start-AD NYUAD

Start-AD NYUAD A startup accelerator powered by Tamkeen that steers the UAE into an entrepreneurial economy

startAD is an innovation platform anchored at New York University Abu Dhabi, accelerating the entrepreneurial ecosystem and aligned with Abu Dhabi’s 2030 vision. startAD is building foundations through entrepreneurial programs open to everyone in the UAE at no cost. Ultimately, through building the ecosystem and launching startups in the region, startAD will stimulate job growth and economic development for the UAE.

20/02/2026

Former Pfizer VP and HealthX mentor Dr. Jay D. Kranzler shares why he chose to be part of HealthX: a commitment not only to mentor founders, but to learn alongside them, drawing inspiration from their ambition, the Emirati culture, and the strength of the local innovation community.

With a lifelong dedication to teaching and mentorship, his contribution reflects the kind of global expertise that shaped the HealthX experience.

Reflections like Dr. Kranzler’s highlight the success of HealthX in cultivating meaningful exchange, lasting relationships, and global-local collaboration within the biotech ecosystem.



Department of Health, Abu Dhabi

The NYUAD Entrepreneurship Incubator Program kicked off last month, welcoming its newest cohort of ambitious founders! D...
05/02/2026

The NYUAD Entrepreneurship Incubator Program kicked off last month, welcoming its newest cohort of ambitious founders! Designed to help participants refine their ideas, validate their business models, and bring their ventures to life, the program provides hands-on support, expert guidance, and opportunities to learn from real-world challenges.

The cohort began with a Problem–Solution Fit session, where founders shared their startup ideas and worked on clearly defining the problems they aim to solve. This was followed by a Customer Discovery session, which included hands-on interviews with the NYUAD community across campus, allowing participants to test assumptions and gather real user insights.

Stay tuned as this journey unfolds — we can’t wait to see the ideas, innovations, and ventures these founders will launch next! 🚀

Learn more about the program at https://startad.ae/programs/nyuad-entrepreneurship-school-incubator/

04/02/2026

At the 9th Angel Rising Symposium, global experts came together to explore where climate innovation meets investment opportunity.

Sean Park, Founder and CEO of EnergyX, explains why the building sector, responsible for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions, is also one of the largest untapped opportunities to drive climate impact. From AI-led energy optimization in the design phase to smarter operations and retrofitting, technology can significantly improve efficiency, strengthen climate resilience, and support the path to carbon neutrality by 2050.

This is where expert insights from Angel Rising take shape. Follow for more perspectives on climate tech, investment, and policy shaping emerging markets.

02/02/2026

Meet the minds behind the next wave of ideas 🚀

Introducing the first batch of the NYUAD Entrepreneurship Incubator Program! These ambitious founders are embarking on a journey to refine their ideas, validate their models, and bring their ventures to life — with hands-on support and expert guidance every step of the way.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll meet the rest of the cohort and share more of their exciting journeys!

Learn more about the program at https://startad.ae/programs/nyuad-entrepreneurship-school-incubator/

16/01/2026

At the 9th Annual Angel Rising Investor Education Symposium, leaders shared insights on how education and capacity building are transforming climate investment in emerging markets.

Tara Al Marzooqi, Program Associate at Frontier 25, explains how investor education helps de-risk climate projects and unlock capital for sustainable solutions.

Follow to hear more from the leaders shaping the future of climate investment and resilience in emerging markets.

15/01/2026

As AI becomes part of childhood, the startAD AI for Good panel discussion brought together influential voices across psychology, policy, and technology to explore “Growing Up with AI: The Future of Children’s Mental Health.”

The conversation reflected a shared understanding: while AI holds promise for early intervention and expanded access to care, children’s mental well-being must be grounded in strong safeguards, cultural context, and human oversight. With mental health risks among young people rising, the urgency to act responsibly is real.

With thanks to Takalam as the knowledge partner, and our panel of regional experts for their insights, this is just a glimpse of a much larger dialogue.

Watch the full discussion and explore the ideas shaping the future of AI and children’s mental wellness via: https://youtu.be/3FM0ILERRtw?si=cY8P05cfEnHlgyA9

09/01/2026

Engaging discussions revealed new insights at the 9th Annual Angel Rising Investor Education Symposium, focusing on sustainability and climate innovation.

Sheikh Dr. Majid AlQassimi, Founding Partner and CEO at Soma Mater, highlighted the pivotal role of water in agriculture, sanitation, and the wider economy. He noted that data gaps and fragmentation often hinder policymaking, and emphasized how climate innovation in the Global South could transform water use and improve lives.

Follow for more perspectives from the investors, policymakers, and climate leaders shaping the future of sustainability.

What began with early incubation and ecosystem backing has evolved into a globally recognised innovation journey.Under t...
09/01/2026

What began with early incubation and ecosystem backing has evolved into a globally recognised innovation journey.

Under the leadership of CEO Robin Kanattu Thomas, Astrek Innovations is pioneering advanced assistive technologies, combining robotics, machine learning, and human-centered design to restore mobility and transform rehabilitation.

Today, Astrek continues to build a more inclusive future for healthcare.

06/01/2026

At the 9th Annual Angel Rising Investor Education Symposium, conversations spotlighted an often-overlooked climate challenge with outsized potential: water.

Alp Katalan, MENA Commercial Leader at Desolenator, highlighted water’s critical role across agriculture, cities, and data centres—despite receiving less than 1% of climate tech funding—and how AI infrastructure and national resilience strategies, particularly in the UAE, could unlock climate solutions in the Global South.

Follow for more perspectives from the investors, policymakers, and climate leaders shaping the future of sustainability.

31/12/2025

2025 at startAD was a year of ideas, impact, and community.

From customized upskilling programs for biotech innovators to AI readiness workshops, from homegrown entrepreneurship bootcamps to Sandbox competitions, and from co-creation labs to investor fellowships we saw founders, partners, and innovators come together to create, learn, and grow.

Here’s to the milestones we achieved and to the bold ideas still ahead.

29/12/2025

A look back at a powerful conversation on AI in healthcare. 💡

Syed Ali Mehdi, Director and Head of Innovation and Scientific Partnership for Middle East and Africa at Siemens Healthineers, shared how AI is already supporting clinicians through early detection, improving triage in critical moments, and guiding healthcare professionals to focus on real impact.

Discover how the startAD AI for Good initiative, supported by Google.org, is shaping the future of healthcare innovation through AI via: https://startad.ae/programs/ai-for-good/

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