Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Dubai is pleased to share that Dr. Balamurugan Balusamy, Dean, School of Engineering & IT, has been featured in a dedicated two-page interview in the June 2026 issue of Channel Post MEA, one of the Middle East and Africa region's leading technology and ICT publications.
Titled "MAHE Dubai Launches NEXORA to Align Academic AI Innovation With UAE National Priorities," the feature highlights MAHE Dubai's vision behind NEXORA, the university's interdisciplinary Artificial Intelligence laboratory designed to foster innovation, research, and industry collaboration in emerging technologies.
In the interview, Dr. Balusamy discusses the role of higher education institutions in preparing future-ready talent for an AI-driven economy and outlines how NEXORA aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry. He also shares insights on responsible AI adoption, interdisciplinary learning, industry-academia collaboration, and the importance of developing graduates who can contribute meaningfully to the UAE's innovation ecosystem.
The feature further explores opportunities in areas such as AI governance, quantum computing, applied research, and emerging technologies, while highlighting how MAHE Dubai is aligning its academic initiatives with the objectives of the UAE AI Strategy 2031.
Channel Post MEA is widely read by technology leaders, CIOs, IT decision-makers, system integrators, channel partners, and technology companies across the Middle East and Africa. The coverage strengthens MAHE Dubai's visibility among key stakeholders in the technology sector and reinforces the university's position as a contributor to regional conversations around AI, innovation, and future workforce development.
The feature also reflects MAHE Dubai's continued commitment to creating industry-relevant learning experiences that equip students with both technical expertise and the critical thinking skills required to navigate an increasingly technology-driven world.
The interview can be accessed in the June 2026 issue of Channel Post MEA (Page 27).
Through initiatives such as NEXORA and active engagement with industry and media platforms, MAHE Dubai continues to advance its mission of fostering innovation, research, and future-focused education in support of the UAE's vision for a knowledge-based economy.
