Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi University (ADU) and Vernewell Group, an innovative powerhouse combining Vernewell Academy and Management Consultant, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance the future of education and propel innovation to unprecedented heights.
The collaboration seeks to integrate DARQ technologies (Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Extended Reality (XR), and Quantum Computing (QC), unlocking limitless possibilities in the realms of academia, research, and entrepreneurship.
The MoU was signed by Professor Ghassan Aouad, Chancellor of ADU, and Malak Trabelsi Loeb, Founder and Managing Director of Vernewell Group, in the presence of leadership from both entities, which signifies a pivotal moment in the evolution of education.

We are proud to collaborate with Vernwell Group, a leading partner that shares our vision in elevating the educational sector through integrating innovations and breakthrough solutions for the benefit of our students, researchers and academics. We are confident that this collaboration will present competitive opportunities to our students and extended community through expanding access to innovative resources and research facilities equipped with the latest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) with the aim to build a future empowered by state-of-the-art technologies.
Professor Aouad shared.
Ms. Malak Trabelsi Loeb, Managing Director of Vernewell Group, remarked that “this momentous collaboration with Abu Dhabi University is a testament to our shared vision of driving educational transformation and sustainable development while igniting a new era of innovation. Together with Abu Dhabi University, we are embarking on an exhilarating journey to revolutionise the educational landscape and create a dynamic ecosystem that fosters creativity, collaboration, and limitless growth, all while promoting sustainable development practices.”

The partnership aims to establish the visionary DARQ Hub, a collaborative learning and innovation centre in which students, faculty, and staff members will use an innovative incubator to foster the creation, patenting, and commercialization of revolutionary solutions in the DARQ tech sphere.
In addition, Vernewell will curate a nurturing ecosystem by holding regular ideation sessions, providing resources for prototype development, and facilitating avenues for students to receive feedback and guidance from industry experts and accomplished researchers. The partnership will further enable the exchange of knowledge through Vernewell Academy’s upcoming Metaverse platform, transcend geographical limitations, and create a global stage for intellectual discussions and innovative ideas.