DUBAI, 30th May, 2024 (WAM) – Four international, Arab, and Gulf conferences on genetic sciences and related medical fields concluded in Dubai today. These conferences were held under the patronage of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of the UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA), with the participation of a distinguished group of scientists and specialised doctors from the region and around the world.
The conferences included the 26th International Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine Conference, marking the first time in 70 years that such an event has been hosted by an Arab country. Additionally, the 8th International Conference on Reducing Genetic Disorders, the 17th session of the Arab Union for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Conference, and the meeting of the Saudi Biochemistry Association took place.
The closing day was graced by the visit of Hessa Buhumaid, Director-General of the Dubai Community Development Authority, who reviewed the scientific and medical proceedings and the accompanying exhibition, alongside Dr. Maryam Matar, founder and chairperson of the Emirates Genetic Diseases Association.
Hessa Buhumaid highlighted the UAE's role in leading global scientific events and Dubai's exceptional logistical capabilities in simultaneously organizing four international medical conferences. She emphasised the importance of investing in health research and studies and encouraging youth innovation and scientific research to achieve sustainable health and improve the quality of life – a priority in the UAE government's strategy.
Dr. Maryam Matar expressed gratitude to Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan for his continuous support of the association's initiatives. She noted that the conferences recommended forming alliances in specific research areas, developing sustainable research cooperation, and providing more opportunities and support for young researchers, as well as biochemists and regenerative medicine scientists.