About Us
Meet AUIC
At Ajman University Innovation Center (AUIC), we believe that innovation drives progress and shapes the future. As Ajman University’s hub for creativity and entrepreneurship, AUIC empowers students, researchers, and entrepreneurs to transform ideas into real-world impact.
We foster a vibrant ecosystem that connects innovators with mentorship, funding, and strategic partnerships, guiding them from concept to commercialization. Whether launching startups, developing new technologies, or creating solutions for society, AUIC is their platform to grow.
Our mission is to inspire the next generation of changemakers and strengthen the UAE’s knowledge
startups, developing groundbreaking technologies, or creating socially responsible solutions. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of changemakers by equipping them with the tools, resources, and networks they need to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
With innovation at our core, we aim to contribute meaningfully to the UAE’s knowledge economy and global innovation ecosystem.
Join us as we shape the future, one idea at a time.
The Director
Welcome to the Ajman University Innovation Center (AUIC),
At AUIC, we believe that innovation is not just an idea, it's a mindset. Our center was built to empower creators, entrepreneurs, and visionaries by providing the tools, support, and environment they need to turn bold ideas into real-world impact.
Whether you’re a student, a startup, or a collaborator, AUIC is your platform to explore, experiment, and evolve. We are proud to support the next generation of thinkers and doers through cutting edge technologies, expert mentorship, and a culture that encourages curiosity and creativity.
As Director of AUIC, I’m excited to witness the incredible potential that emerges when passionate minds come together. The future starts here and we’re building it, one innovation at a time.
Warm regards,
Perihan Abouzeid
Ajman University Innovation Center Director
What do we do?
We Discover Talent
We search for curious minds, creative thinkers, and future leaders from the Ajman University community and beyond. By recognizing unique abilities and fresh ideas early on, we aim to foster a culture of discovery and innovation.
We Develop Ideas
From the first spark of a concept to a fully formed solution, we offer expert advice, tools, and an encouraging space to help turn ideas into something real. Our team stands by innovators as they shape their visions into something that can serve, solve, and inspire.
We Drive Impact
We help bold ideas find their way into the world. By creating strong links with local and global allies, offering access to markets, and encouraging growth, we turn local dreams into global success stories fueling growth and lasting value.
Our Team
Ms. Perihan Abouzeid
Director
p.abouzeid@ajman.ac.ae
Wessam Shehieb
Deputy Director
w.shehieb@ajman.ac.ae
Rawdha Shujaei
Administrative Coordinator
rawdha.shujaei@ajman.ac.aeVision & Mission
VISION
To be a leading center for enabling intellectual property creation, technology transfer, and commercialization of research, development, and innovation by the university’s faculty and students.
MISSION
AUIC fosters an entrepreneurial culture and provides an enabling environment that transforms innovative research and ideas from faculty and students into intellectual property, technologies, and market-ready products and services that generate meaningful economic and societal impact.
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