Sharjah, the third largest emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is known for its culture, industry, and education. It is also a center for R&D, innovation, and startups, and is known for its sustainability initiatives. Sharjah is home to the American University of Sharjah (AUS), which offers a Bachelor of Science in Biology (BSB), and the University of Sharjah, which offers an Applied Biology program.