Qatar Foundation (QF) has announced a new partnership with human performance company WHOOP, aiming to integrate education, research, and technology to develop Qatar’s health and fitness tech sector. The collaboration is set to provide QF students and graduates with new career opportunities and hands-on experience in the growing wellness industry.
Quick Facts
- Creates career pathways for QF students
- Drives joint research in sports science
- Promotes healthier community lifestyles
Bridging Education And Industry
At the core of the agreement is a plan to create direct pipelines for Qatar Foundation students and alumni into the health-tech industry. The partnership will offer hands-on experience with wearable technology and its real-world applications, equipping participants with skills relevant to the evolving sports science and wellness markets.
“This partnership with WHOOP marks an important step in our commitment to empowering students and alumni with opportunities beyond the classroom,” said Alanoud Darwish, Executive Director of Partnerships and Strategic Alignment at QF. “By combining our multidisciplinary ecosystem with the innovative technology and expertise of WHOOP, we are opening new avenues for learning, research, and real-world impact.”
Beyond talent development, the two organizations will explore collaborative research projects focusing on sports science, wellness, and precision health.
A Data-Driven Approach to Wellness
The collaboration, signed by QF CEO Yousif Al-Naama and WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed, will also feature community programs and events across Education City. The goal is to encourage wider adoption of active and healthier lifestyles, leveraging WHOOP’s data-driven insights.
“Qatar is setting a global standard for how health, performance, and innovation can work together to improve people’s lives,” stated Reem Al-Muftah, Director of WHOOP Qatar. “By bringing together education, research, technology, and sports science, this partnership creates more opportunities for people to better understand their health, build real-world skills, and apply that knowledge in meaningful ways.”
About Qatar Foundation
Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF) is a non-profit organization focused on education, research and innovation, and community development. It supports Qatar’s transition to a diversified and sustainable economy. Across its ecosystem of more than 50 entities, QF serves the people of Qatar and beyond through its work in progressive education, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and precision healthcare.
About WHOOP
WHOOP delivers a wearable membership to help people live healthier lives by providing intelligent health guidance across sleep, recovery, strain, and fitness. The platform is trusted by millions of members worldwide, including athletes, executives, and military operators. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Boston, the company has raised more than $900 million in venture capital.
Source: Zawya
