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ADGMA Research Centre Honoured at National Cybersecurity Awards for Leadership and Research Excellence
ADGM Academy: 18 June 2025
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the UAE Cyber Security Council hosted the prestigious Cybersecurity Awards & Recognition Event — a national platform celebrating the individuals and institutions shaping the future of cybersecurity in the UAE.
Recognising Excellence in Cybersecurity
At the event, ADGM Academy Research Centre received an Award of Appreciation, in recognition of its continued role in bridging research, policy, and industry. The award was presented to H.E. Hamad Al Mazrouei, Peter Ware, and Rauda Al Dhaheri, further cementing the Centre’s influence in fostering cyber resilience and innovation across the UAE.
ADGM Academy is proud to announce that Rauda Al Dhaheri, Head of Research and Development at the ADGM Academy Research Centre, received the Cybersecurity Research Excellence Award in the individual category. This recognition highlights her exceptional contributions to advancing national cybersecurity through research-driven strategy and actionable insight.
“This award underscores Rauda’s visionary leadership and the Research Centre’s mission to produce impactful, policy-relevant research that strengthens the UAE’s digital infrastructure and trust.”
– Peter Ware, Director, ADGMA Research Centre
“Through strong partnerships with national stakeholders like the UAE Cybersecurity Council, we are proud to contribute to building a secure and future-ready digital economy.”
– Rauda Al Dhaheri, Head of Research and Development, ADGMA Research Centre
Driving National Cyber Resilience
The ADGMA Research Centre is committed to:
- Advancing research-led policy in cybersecurity and digital trust
- Fostering cross-sector collaboration between government, academia, and industry
- Supporting the UAE’s vision for innovation, security, and global competitiveness
This recognition marks a milestone in ADGM Academy’s journey to empower the next generation of cybersecurity leaders, and to support the national agenda through excellence in research, education, and strategic partnerships.