The establishment of the strategic center is the direct result of the collaborative project financed under a USAID program that ensured the further development of PhD program at Caucasus University. Its purpose is to prepare qualified PhD graduates, and one who will put their knowledge, effort and experience to practical activities under the umbrella of the newly competitiveness research center. The vast majority of human resources now active at the new research center are doctors and professors from Caucasus University.

Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Mr. Nodar Surguladze, USAID Mission Director Mr. Stephen Haykin, President of Caucasus University Kakha Shengelia and Professor of Georgia State University Mr. Bijan Fazlollahi gave speeches on the occasion of the special evening event honoring guests and the programs activities and future prospects.