Humanitarian Engineering Initiative - AUB

Innovating to address global public health and development challenges. #humanitarianengineer

[Humanitarian Engineering Initiative - AUB @HEI_AUB]

We're proud to share an AUB@Work feature highlighting HIBA, HEI's health information chatbot. In the interview, HEI co-founders @ImadElhajj and @alinegermani discuss the risks of relying on general AI chatbots for health questions. Read the interview: https://t.co/FRKhDVJDez

[Humanitarian Engineering Initiative - AUB @HEI_AUB]

🎓 On June 4, 2026, 78 Mastercard Foundation Scholars celebrated the completion of the Certificate in Innovation Management in Contexts of Uncertainty, led by the Humanitarian Engineering Initiative at AUB.
@FHS_AUB @MSFEA_AUB @AUBMCF @alinegermani @ImadElhajj

[Faculty of Health Sciences at AUB @FHS_AUB]

@HEI_AUB, a partnership between the FHS & @MSFEA_AUB, is hiring a full-time Research Assistant who will serve as Project Manager. This vacancy is part of the EU-funded MEDAIGENCY project under Interreg NEXTMED.
👉https://t.co/PuyoW8DpHP

[Faculty of Health Sciences at AUB @FHS_AUB]

(1) In times of crisis, humanitarian needs are more important than ever. If you are passionate about making a difference, explore the Minor in Humanitarian Engineering and Public Health Innovations at AUB.
Apply now for Fall 2026–2027!
For advising 👉[email protected]

[Faculty of Health Sciences at AUB @FHS_AUB]

Equip yourself with in-demand skills that make a difference through our Diploma in Humanitarian Engineering & Public Health Innovations.

Apply now through the Office of Admissions!
Application Deadline: March 12, 2026
Learn more👉 [email protected]

[Humanitarian Engineering Initiative - AUB @HEI_AUB]

Take a look at The AI4Purpose Hackathon Lebanon organized by the HEI at AUB, within the framework of the MEDAIGENCY Project, co-funded by the EU under the Interreg NEXT MED Programme. Check the link below: https://t.co/5qyFZFThME
@alinegermani @ImadElhajj

[Faculty of Health Sciences at AUB @FHS_AUB]

(1) On January 17, the Humanitarian Engineering Initiative (HEI), in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, hosted the final presentations of the Experiential Learning Course (HEHI 303).

[Humanitarian Engineering Initiative - AUB @HEI_AUB]

HEI is proud to host the #AI4Purpose Hackathon a 3 day innovation sprint uniting students, professionals & mentors to build AI solutions for health emergency preparedness, response & recovery. Check out more on: https://t.co/uxh67dghr5

[American University of Beirut @AUB_Lebanon]

Ready to design solutions that make a real impact?

The Foundations of Humanitarian Engineering and Public Health Innovations course is open for enrollment! 💡

Offered jointly by AUB’s Faculty of Health Sciences and the Maroun Semaan Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, this 14-week online program equips learners with the skills to create sustainable, scalable solutions in humanitarian and low-resource contexts.

What you’ll get:

🔹14 weeks, fully online with live Q&A sessions
🔹Hands-on, multidisciplinary projects
🔹Perfect for professionals in public health, engineering & development

Seats are limited, don’t miss your chance!

👉Enroll now and be part of the change.
https://t.co/kuvgFpRRTO

@FHS_AUB @MSFEA_AUB @AGFforE

[Humanitarian Engineering Initiative - AUB @HEI_AUB]

HEI is excited to announce that the Foundations of Humanitarian Engineering & Public Health Innovations course is now online! In 14 weeks, learn to integrate engineering, design thinking & public health to create sustainable, community-centered solutions.
https://t.co/q73rDFvHro

[Humanitarian Engineering Initiative - AUB @HEI_AUB]

HEI is excited to announce the launch of the MEDAIGENCY Project – Mediterranean Health in Crisis: Harnessing AI for Resilience, co-funded by the European Union under the Interreg NEXT MED Programme.

Learn more on the official project webpage: https://t.co/ymJtSqmNn7

#MADE4MED

[Faculty of Health Sciences at AUB @FHS_AUB]

The Certificate in Humanitarian Engineering & Public Health Innovations (6-credit) is your chance to tackle real-world challenges & design solutions that make a difference.
Open to all AUB students passionate about innovation & humanitarian work.
📩[email protected]

[Faculty of Health Sciences at AUB @FHS_AUB]

The Minor in Humanitarian Engineering and Public Health Innovations (15-credit program) empowers you to design real-world solutions to today’s most pressing challenges — no matter your major.
Advisors are ready to guide you every step.
📧[email protected]

[MSFEA @MSFEA_AUB]

The Minor in Humanitarian Engineering and Public Health Innovations is a multidisciplinary offering that provides you with the knowledge of the humanitarian engineering field, and equips you with the skills required to find innovative design solutions for challenges faced by disadvantaged populations, working with them, not just for them.

Join the minor and enact real change in the world.
🔗https://t.co/33E0sUEoij

@AUB_Lebanon
#HuminatarianEngineering #PublicHealth #Engineering #MSFEA #Minor

[Humanitarian Engineering Initiative - AUB @HEI_AUB]

Our team at MEDAIGENCY took part in the Interreg NEXT MED training in Bari, Italy. A great opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen collaboration across the region.
Check out some moments from the training: https://t.co/1cdALtlrmh
@AUB_Lebanon @MSFEA_AUB @FHS_AUB

[Faculty of Health Sciences at AUB @FHS_AUB]

Equip yourself with in-demand skills that make a difference through our Diploma in Humanitarian Engineering & Public Health Innovations.

Application Deadline: November 6, 2025
Apply now through the Office of Admissions!

Learn more👉[email protected]

[Humanitarian Engineering Initiative - AUB @HEI_AUB]

HEI is thrilled to join #AUBTransformED 2025 on Sept 18–19 at @AUB_Lebanon @MSFEA_AUB

Join Dr. Imad Elhajj, Co- Founder of HEI, as he explores the topic "Educating for Hope and Resilience in Times of Uncertainty and Protracted Crises”

Register now: https://t.co/JWxhHynUn7

[Faculty of Health Sciences at AUB @FHS_AUB]

Meet Paul Lemaron, a Data Analyst and Public Health Enthusiast who leveraged his experience with the Humanitarian Engineering Initiative and a Certificate in Innovation Management in Contexts of Uncertainty to land a job back home.

Get more info 👉
📧[email protected]

[MSFEA @MSFEA_AUB]

👏 Congrats to Andrea Tarabay (ECE), Emma Sleiman (Biology), Hiba Malaeb (Nursing), & Lynn Nader (Economics) for completing the HEI minor!

They’ve completed their final project and earned the Minor in Humanitarian Engineering & Public Health Innovations.

To learn more about the minor program, visit our website https://t.co/33E0sUEW7R or contact us at [email protected].

@AUB_Lebanon @FHS_AUB
#AUB #MSFEA #Humanitarianengineering #Studentsuccess #Certificate
#Engineering #SustainableDevelopment #EngineeringForImpact

[MSFEA @MSFEA_AUB]

This year, the Humanitarian Engineering Initiative proudly awarded the Certificate in Humanitarian Engineering and Public Health Innovations to Lynn Nader, a dedicated student graduating with a major in Economics.
This certificate recognizes Lynn’s successful completion of all course requirements, along with an impactful 8-week internship with the HEI team.

👏 Congratulations to Lynn and all our HEI students on their achievements!

To learn more about the certificate program, visit our website https://t.co/33E0sUEoij or contact us at [email protected]

@AUB_Lebanon @FHS_AUB
#AUB #MSFEA #Humanitarianengineering #Studentsuccess #Certificate #Engineering #SustainableDevelopment #EngineeringForImpact