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In pursuit of a more interconnected and peaceful world, we cultivate longstanding partnerships, education programs, and research initiatives that respond to pressing issues in the Middle East and North Africa.
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Our programs across MENA

In this time of evolving challenges in the MENA region, it is more crucial than ever for MIT’s researchers, faculty, and students to understand and engage with the region. Through innovative programming, fellowships, and seed funding, CIS fosters collaboration and research on pressing issues such as climate, water security, conflict, immigration, and health.

MIT faculty bring decades of experience in leveraging science, technology and the humanities to promote concrete work on key regional issues and offer invaluable insights into the complexities of the MENA region. To support this vital work, CIS has awarded close to a hundred Global Seed Fund grants to faculty and facilitated over 1,000 transformative global experiences for MIT students.
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MIT International Science and Technology Initiatives (MISTI) is MIT’s principal international education program. MISTI matches MIT students with tailored internship, research, and teaching opportunities abroad.
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The MIT Global Seed Funds grant program enables new collaborations between faculty and research scientists at MIT and their counterparts in the MENA region and around the world.
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CIS makes it possible for MIT students to experience the world while advancing knowledge, tackling tough challenges, and preparing for lives of impact, service, and leadership in an interconnected global society.
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