Future 100 Program: Exploring the Innovation Ecosystem of MIT — the World’s No. 1 University
2026-07-20 11:00:00 / News of ministry
The program began with a meeting at the MIT Kuo Sharper Center for Prosperity and Entrepreneurship with Dr. Haitham Khoury, Director of Fellowships. During the meeting, participants were introduced to the Center’s activities, the New Calculus for Prosperity initiative, MIT Fellowship programs, and the opportunities available for entrepreneurs and public policy leaders.
Participants also attended a lecture by MIT Professor Dr. Hichem Hadjeres on “Creating Ecosystems for Deeptech.” The presentation focused on building university-led deep-tech ecosystems, commercializing research outcomes, and developing effective mechanisms for bringing innovations to market.
Background: Founded in 1861, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has been ranked the world’s No. 1 university for 14 consecutive years in the QS World University Rankings 2026. The Institute is associated with the work of more than 100 Nobel Prize laureates and is widely recognized as one of the world’s leading research institutions in artificial intelligence, engineering, and innovation.