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Will AI reshape our universities—& the very fabric of our society? David Bradley, chairman emeritus of The Atlantic and AUB trustee, shares reflections on the future of education, the rise of the metaverse, & the existential risks of advanced AI. Watch: tr.ee/dbradley

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AUB’s iconic trees are sharing their stories as part of @google Arts & Culture’s World Wide Wood project—an interactive initiative exploring the cultural, scientific & artistic significance of trees worldwide. Discover AUB’s rich history through its trees: tr.ee/aubtrees

AUB’s iconic trees are sharing their stories as part of @google Arts & Culture’s World Wide Wood project—an interactive initiative exploring the cultural, scientific & artistic significance of trees worldwide. Discover AUB’s rich history through its trees: tr.ee/aubtrees
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What if we could detect cancer before it starts? AUB professor Rabih Talhouk is leading research into blood tests that may predict breast cancer risk—before tumors form. His work suggests ā€œjunkā€ DNA may hold the clues we've been missing. Read: tr.ee/junkDNA

What if we could detect cancer before it starts?

AUB professor Rabih Talhouk is leading research into blood tests that may predict breast cancer risk—before tumors form. His work suggests ā€œjunkā€ DNA may hold the clues we've been missing.

Read: tr.ee/junkDNA
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On the 50th anniversary of the Lebanese Civil War, the Debs Center Digital Gallery presents "Lebanon: Fifty Years of War – Memory and Testimony," with AUB Libraries and the Dept. of History & Archaeology. Explore powerful archives: tr.ee/debsgallery

On the 50th anniversary of the Lebanese Civil War, the Debs Center Digital Gallery presents "Lebanon: Fifty Years of War – Memory and Testimony," with <a href="/AUBLibraries/">AUB Libraries</a> and the Dept. of History &amp; Archaeology. Explore powerful archives: tr.ee/debsgallery
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Cancer takes different forms around the world—yet global research often overlooks that. With Lebanon’s first biobank, Dr. Ghazi Zaatari and AUB, in collaboration with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, are changing that, ensuring the region isn’t left out of critical cancer research. Read:

Cancer takes different forms around the world—yet global research often overlooks that. With Lebanon’s first biobank, Dr. Ghazi Zaatari and AUB, in collaboration with <a href="/MSKCancerCenter/">Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center</a>, are changing that, ensuring the region isn’t left out of critical cancer research. Read:
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This week's Student Spotlight features Nader Zalaquett, a fourth-year medical student at AUB leading the charge in global ENT research and advocacy.

This week's Student Spotlight features Nader Zalaquett, a fourth-year medical student at AUB leading the charge in global ENT research and advocacy.
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Lebanon’s iconic cedars are under threat—and losing them could collapse entire ecosystems. AUB's Professor Salma N. Talhouk is leading a tech-driven effort to monitor and protect native species by turning smartphones into biodiversity tools. Read: tr.ee/cedar

Lebanon’s iconic cedars are under threat—and losing them could collapse entire ecosystems. AUB's Professor Salma N. Talhouk is leading a tech-driven effort to monitor and protect native species by turning smartphones into biodiversity tools. Read: tr.ee/cedar
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This past weekend, AUB’s annual ChemCarnival sparked curiosity and excitement for learners of all ages! A signature event of the Transformative Education (TrEd) program, it highlights AUB’s commitment to hands-on, holistic learning that empowers students as creative leaders.

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Congratulations to AUB’s graduating medical residents and fellows! This week, we proudly celebrate their hard-earned achievements—not just in academic excellence, but in their deep commitment to advancing healthcare and transforming lives.

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Can a simple eye scan predict the future of MS? At AUB’s MS Center, Dr. Samia Khoury and her team have discovered that early changes in the retina may help predict long-term disease progression—offering a powerful new tool for early diagnosis and intervention. Read:

Can a simple eye scan predict the future of MS? At AUB’s MS Center, Dr. Samia Khoury and her team have discovered that early changes in the retina may help predict long-term disease progression—offering a powerful new tool for early diagnosis and intervention. Read:
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ā€œMay you face the world with courage and use your strength to lift others as you rise.ā€ – AUB President Fadlo R. Khuri Congratulations to all our AUB graduates! Celebrate their achievements and read more about this year’s commencement ceremony: tr.ee/grad2025

ā€œMay you face the world with courage and use your strength to lift others as you rise.ā€
– AUB President Fadlo R. Khuri

Congratulations to all our AUB graduates! Celebrate their achievements and read more about this year’s commencement ceremony: tr.ee/grad2025
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This week's Student Spotlight is on all our students who graduated this past weekend! Congratulations, Class of 2025—we can't wait to see what else you achieve!

This week's Student Spotlight is on all our students who graduated this past weekend! Congratulations, Class of 2025—we can't wait to see what else you achieve!
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Exciting news—AUB is launching plans for a School of Computing and Data Sciences! This bold step reflects the university’s commitment to innovation and cutting-edge education. Learn more: tr.ee/newschool

Exciting news—AUB is launching plans for a School of Computing and Data Sciences! This bold step reflects the university’s commitment to innovation and cutting-edge education. Learn more: tr.ee/newschool
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Art meets medicine at AUBMC! In collab with TAP, AUBMC launched "Public Health"—the first initiative of its kind in Lebanon—bringing contemporary art into clinical spaces to reimagine healing. Read more: tr.ee/artaubmc

Art meets medicine at AUBMC! In collab with TAP, AUBMC launched "Public Health"—the first initiative of its kind in Lebanon—bringing contemporary art into clinical spaces to reimagine healing. Read more: tr.ee/artaubmc
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Congratulations to AUB’s 2025 Mastercard Foundation Scholars graduates! Since 2012, AUB - Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program has offered full scholarships, leadership training, & career support to hundreds of talented, economically disadvantaged students across Lebanon and Africa. We’re so proud to honor this

Congratulations to AUB’s 2025 Mastercard Foundation Scholars graduates! Since 2012, <a href="/AUBMCF/">AUB - Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program</a> has offered full scholarships, leadership training, &amp; career support to hundreds of talented, economically disadvantaged students across Lebanon and Africa. We’re so proud to honor this
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What if your old earbuds or plastic bottles could power your phone—or help clean the air? AUB’s Nour Merhi is part of a research team turning everyday trash into high-performance materials for energy, electronics, and environmental cleanup. Read more: tr.ee/trashtotreasure

What if your old earbuds or plastic bottles could power your phone—or help clean the air? AUB’s Nour Merhi is part of a research team turning everyday trash into high-performance materials for energy, electronics, and environmental cleanup. Read more: tr.ee/trashtotreasure
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A leukemia once thought incurable is now on the brink of a cure—thanks to AUB's Dr. Ali Bazarbachi. His groundbreaking research is transforming outcomes for patients with adult T-cell leukemia/lymphoma. Learn more: tr.ee/ATLcure

A leukemia once thought incurable is now on the brink of a cure—thanks to AUB's Dr. Ali Bazarbachi. His groundbreaking research is transforming outcomes for patients with adult T-cell leukemia/lymphoma. Learn more: tr.ee/ATLcure
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🌿#AUB’s vertical farming project is redefining how we grow food in a changing climate—smart, sustainable, and scalable. From leafy greens to strawberries, this high-tech hydroponic unit is a model for resilient agriculture in low-resource regions. Read more here:

🌿#AUB’s vertical farming project is redefining how we grow food in a changing climate—smart, sustainable, and scalable.

From leafy greens to strawberries, this high-tech hydroponic unit is a model for resilient agriculture in low-resource regions.

Read more here:
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This week's Student Spotlight features Serena Jawad, an AUB Psychology graduate and incoming medical student who stands out both in and beyond the classroom. Keep an eye out for these spotlights every other week!

This week's Student Spotlight features Serena Jawad, an AUB Psychology graduate and incoming medical student who stands out both in and beyond the classroom.

Keep an eye out for these spotlights every other week!
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What if the future of farming didn’t need soil—or much water? At AUB, Professor Walid El Kayal’s vertical farm reimagines food production for a world facing rising temperatures and shrinking water supplies. Learn more: tr.ee/vertical

What if the future of farming didn’t need soil—or much water? At AUB, Professor Walid El Kayal’s vertical farm reimagines food production for a world facing rising temperatures and shrinking water supplies. Learn more: tr.ee/vertical