Research & Innovation Center for Graphene and 2D Materials (RIC2D)

The Research & Innovation Center for Graphene and 2D Materials, or RIC2D as we are more known, was set up at Khalifa University in 2022 to advance the commercial deployment of graphene and other layered (2D) materials’ technologies through industry and solution focused scientific research and development in the United Arab Emirates. RIC2D, which represents a strategic investment of the Government of Abu Dhabi, intends to serve as the keystone of an advanced materials innovation ecosystem in the region. Five objectives define RIC2D’s contributions to the UAE’s continuing development priorities: • Economic: focusing on innovative companies and the knowledge-based economy • Societal: addressing key UAE challenges including security, water, environment and energy • Human capital: building a dynamic and sustainable R&D workforce • Infrastructural: enabling world-class R&D and extending capabilities via global partnerships and alliances • Knowledge: generating new scientific findings and underpinning future industrial development