American University of Bahrain inaugurates D-Lab

American University of Bahrain inaugurates D-Lab

The American University of Bahrain in partnership with Go Fab 3D launched its newest addition to the growing portfolio of its innovative state-of-the-art facilities; the AUBH D-Lab, in an inauguration ceremony at its premises in Riffa.

The ceremony was attended by Her Excellency Dr. Shaikha Rana bint Isa bin Duaij Al Khalifa, the Secretary-General of the Higher Education Council (HEC) and Deputy Chairperson of HEC Board of Trustees, AUBH President, Dr. Bradley J. Cook; AUBH Chief Operating Officer, William D. Hurt; AUBH Provost, Dr. Jeff Zabudsky; senior guests; and the AUBH Community.

The partnership with Go Fab 3D advances innovation and creativity on the AUBH campus while providing students with the necessary practical skills to thrive in a fast-paced, digital world.

The AUBH D-Lab provides students with the opportunity to digitally design and rapidly fabricate solutions as they work on live projects directly with professionals in a variety of fields. Students, industry, and researchers have access to state-of-the-art 3D printing, reverse engineering machines including 3D scanning, and other digital manufacturing tools supported by talented designers, engineers and programming on the AUBH Campus. The lab offers a shared collaborative space for students to complete their coursework while gaining direct work experience and promoting engagement