The role of research universities in a changing world order
The competition between East and West is not just about university rankings and prestige — it’s about shaping the future of global norms and values

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New approaches, perspectives and policies in higher education and beyond
The competition between East and West is not just about university rankings and prestige — it’s about shaping the future of global norms and values
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Former President
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
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President Emeritus, Professor of Computing and Data Sciences
Boston University
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Morris Cohen Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Founder, Station1
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Vice President for Research
Carnegie Mellon University
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