About Centers of Excellence
The Centers of Excellence at the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) are dedicated to fostering innovation, applied research, and workforce development in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030. These centers serve as dynamic platforms where academia, industry, and government converge to solve real-world challenges, support economic growth, and promote national self-sufficiency.
Interdisciplinary UDST’s Centers of Excellence are designed to either address broad, cross-sectoral issues or provide deep technical focus in key industries.
Interdisciplinary Centers of Excellence
The Interdisciplinary Centers of Excellence integrates multiple fields of knowledge to address complex challenges that require holistic, collaborative solutions. These centers create opportunities for students, researchers, and industry partners to work together across disciplines
Key Interdisciplinary Centers of Excellence include:
This center addresses two of the most pressing global and national challenges—environmental sustainability and food resilience. It supports research, training, and community engagement in areas such as sustainable agriculture, water conservation, renewable energy, and climate-smart practices that contribute to national self-reliance and environmental protection.
Focused on the intersection of life sciences and technology, this center supports research and skill development in genomics, data-driven healthcare, and computational biology. It enables advances in personalized medicine, biotechnology, and public health solutions using bioinformatics tools and applications.