Collaborate with AUK Faculty
The American University of Kuwait (AUK) has research strengths that align closely with Dartmouth's own priorities and with the broader goals of the Dartmouth-AUK partnership. AUK's research strategy is organized around seven institutional priority themes:
| Theme | Focus |
| Economic Diversification & Private Sector Leadership | Research fostering entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable economic practices. |
| Human Capital Development & Social Progress | Studies addressing education, workforce empowerment, and social inclusion. |
| Sustainable Living & Infrastructure Development | Innovations in urban planning, renewable energy, and environmental conservation. |
| Healthcare & Social Development | Advancements in healthcare delivery, public health, and technology integration. |
| Arab-Islamic Identity & Cultural Preservation | Exploration of cultural heritage, identity formation, and social values. |
| Digital Transformation & Artificial Intelligence | Research on AI-driven innovation and digital transformation across sectors. |
| Education Reform & Innovation | Studies on enhancing education quality, integrating technology, and building critical skills. |
AUK faculty are also active in cross-cutting fields suited to interdisciplinary collaboration:
● AI, data science, and responsible technology
● Advanced materials, polymers, and manufacturing
● Sustainability, energy, and resilient systems
● Human-centered research, psychology, and education
AUK faculty profiles, research interests, and publications are accessible through the AUK PURE research portal: mypure.auk.edu.kw.
If you have a shared research interest you’d like to explore, contact the following for guidance on partnering with AUK faculty:
Kerry Laufer (Kerry.L.Laufer@dartmouth.edu)
AUK Office of Research and Grants (org@auk.edu.kw)