Under the patronage of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of the UAE Genetic Diseases Association (UAEGDA), Dubai is all set to host the IFCC World Lab 2024, a prestigious global conference that will bring together laboratory professionals and scientists worldwide, from 26 to 30 May. The global event will be held for the first time in the Middle East and Africa region as well as the first time outside of Europe.
Announcing details of the event at a press conference hosted by the Dubai Press Club, the organisers said the conference, to be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, provides a platform for the free and open exchange of information on the science and technology of clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine in the academic, clinical, and industrial settings.
The IFFC World Lab 2024 features five events including the 26th International Summit on Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine IFCC World Lab 2024; 17th Arab Union Summit for Biochemistry; the 10th Conference of the Saudi Society for Biochemistry; the 8th International Conference on Genetic Disorders 2024; and the 3rd edition of the UAE Award for Genetic Disorder Reduction.
Ahmed Al Jumairi praised the UAE Genetic Diseases Association for organizing global events that support Dubai's goals of attracting talent and fostering scientific and medical activities, positioning it as a regional hub for future sciences and medicine. Dr. Mariam Mohammed Matar highlighted the association's 20th anniversary and its service to 33,282 people in the UAE. The conference aligns with the UAE's health strategy, covering advancements in medical and genetic diagnostics, regenerative medicine, and healthy aging. Speakers from 107 countries, including 227 experts from diverse backgrounds, will share insights on global medical advancements, enhancing the event's significance and reach.
During the press conference, Dr. Fareeda Al Shemali, Deputy Chairperson of the UAE Award for Genetic Disorder Reduction, announced the launch of the third edition of the UAE International Genomics Awards that will focus on the future of medicine. The awards, which aim to recognise and promote cutting-edge advances in crucial areas of medical science, are inviting nominations from a wide array of fields including genomic medicine, artificial intelligence, machine learning, precision medicine, precision health, regenerative medicine, nanotechnology, and microbiome.
The aims of the UAE International Genomics Awards are:
-To recognise individuals and organisations that are dedicated to using science, technology, and expertise innovatively to assist countries and communities challenged by genetic disorders.
-To foster innovation in genetic research that has the potential to substantially enhance the quality of life of patients, their families, and caregivers.
-To encourage young scientists, researchers, and members of the academic community to continue investing in and committing to genetic research.
-To establish an action-oriented platform that facilitates knowledge exchange among the global and regional scientific community.
Hamoud Al Mahmoud of MAJARRA Platform emphasized its commitment to providing accurate Arabic medical information, leveraging its subscriber database to enable access to modern scientific knowledge.
Saif Al Rahmani, Founder and President of the 'Thank You for Your Giving' volunteer team, stressed the vital role of volunteers in event management. Certified volunteers with experience from events like Expo 2020 Dubai and COP28 will support various aspects of the summit.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
