First Emirati PhD in Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Alloghani brings 19 years of practical experience across the UAE's vital sectors: Prime Minister's Office, AI Ministry, oil & gas (ADNOC), federal prosecution, agriculture & food safety, and healthcare.
He earned his PhD in Artificial Intelligence from Liverpool John Moores University in 2019, becoming the first Emirati to achieve this distinction. His career reflects a commitment to translating AI research into real-world solutions and ethical frameworks.
At ADNOC, he managed AI projects and commercial solutions, pioneering the first AI-based application for the oil & gas sector. At SEHA, he led development of the mobile app now used nationwide to deliver essential healthcare services.
Internationally, Dr. Alloghani represented the UAE at UNESCO and G20 forums, contributing to the first global standard on AI ethics. He has published 62 peer-reviewed papers and authored 3 specialized books.
Career Timeline
Key milestones in leadership, research, and service.
PhD in Artificial Intelligence
First Emirati national to earn a PhD in Artificial Intelligence.
G20 Digital Economy Task Force
Head of UAE delegation representing the country at G20 ministerial meetings on digital economy strategy.
UNESCO Ad Hoc Expert Group
Appointed by UNESCO Director-General to co-author the Recommendation on the Ethics of AI. Framework adopted by 193 member states in November 2021.
BRICS Research Network Meeting
Represented UAE and MBZUAI at the international platform driving collaboration on research and innovation among leading economies.
Senior Advisor to the President
Advising the world’s first graduate-research university dedicated to AI.
Government AI Advisor
Research and capacity-building advisor; contributor to UAE National AI Strategy 2031.