Khalifa AlQama

Khalifa AlQama is the Chief of Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) at the Dubai Future Foundation, where he leads the strategy and execution of Dubai’s national RDI agenda. He oversees Dubai Future Labs, Sandbox Dubai, and the Research Centres Funding Program, advancing applied research in robotics, AI, and emerging technologies.

Through his leadership, AlQama drives ecosystem-wide grants and initiatives, forging partnerships with global institutions, industry leaders, and scientists to accelerate technology adoption across priority sectors. His work strengthens the UAE’s position as a global hub for innovation and future-driven research.