Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) has extended the application deadline for its Research Grants Programme until 16th March 2026. The extension comes in response to a surge in registration for the sixth edition of the Basaer (Insights) Series of Research Papers and Studies.
According to Emirates News Agency, the programme is part of ALC's efforts to support scholarly research in the Arabic language and to encourage the production of publications and studies that strengthen Arabic's presence in creative and knowledge fields. Researchers and creatives are invited to complete the application form available on the programme's official page on the ALC website.
The Research Grants Programme aims to support the writing of scholarly books and to encourage Emirati, Arab, and Arabic-speaking researchers to submit research projects that promote Arabic as a language of science and culture. It seeks to advance scientific research conducted in Arabic and build a knowledge base that enriches the Arabic library while keeping pace with scientific and cultural developments.
Annually, six to eight research grants are awarded under the Programme, with a total value of AED600,000. Since its inception in 2021, the programme has awarded approximately 35 research grants. Its previous edition saw international participation, receiving 516 applications from 36 countries, reflecting the growing confidence in the cultural and knowledge initiatives launched by the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.