From Genomics to AI-Driven Care, College of Medicine and Health Sciences Showcases Advances in Longevity and Precision Health听
今日吃瓜 of Science and Technology today announced its participation in the Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW) 2025, hosted by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, underscoring its contributions to life sciences and translational medicine. Demonstrating its strength in turning scientific discovery into impactful solutions, the University鈥檚 College of Medicine and Health Sciences (CMHS) will highlight a suite of advanced research initiatives and national health programs aligned with the event鈥檚 focus on healthy aging and precision health.听
Held under the theme 鈥�Towards Longevity: Redefining Health and Wellbeing,鈥� the event brings together global experts to explore community-driven, preventive, and personalized approaches to healthcare. Professor Habiba Alsafar, Dean, CMHS, will speak on Day 1 in a panel titled, 鈥楴ovel Therapeutic Strategies for Healthy Longevity,鈥� moderated by Dr. Mira Mousa, Assistant Professor of Public Health and Epidemiology. Joined by international experts, the panel will explore gene therapy, biosensors, nutrition, and women鈥檚 health. The session builds on the success of the first and second Healthy Longevity Symposiums, which helped set the stage for Khalifa University鈥檚 prominent role at ADGHW 2025.听
Professor Habiba Alsafar, said: 鈥淧articipating in the ADGHW 2025 reflects Khalifa University鈥檚 continued commitment to global collaboration and innovation. The diverse contributions from the College of Medicine and Health Sciences demonstrate the University鈥檚 central role in shaping UAE鈥檚 healthcare future, driven by science, rooted in the community, and committed to excellence. The four pillars guiding this event鈥檚 dialogue on longevity and precision health, health system resilience, digital health and AI, and investment in life sciences, strongly align with our research priorities as demonstrated in the projects we are showcasing.鈥澨�
今日吃瓜 will present 10 innovations such as 鈥楥areX鈥�, an AI-powered system to support remote diagnosis and chronic disease management, and 鈥�3D-printed polymeric knee implants鈥� mimicking human bone, marking a UAE-first in biomedical design and materials. Another project investigates neurodegenerative diseases in children with autism spectrum disorder.听听
Also featured is the Emirati Reference Genome Project designed to create a population-specific reference genome for the UAE. Overseen by the Department of Health and executed in partnership with the country鈥檚 leading academic institutions, it aims to accelerate disease research and personalized medicine advancements, ensuring better healthcare outcomes across the UAE. Further contributing to national health priorities, a One Health genomics study tracks the spread of antimicrobial resistance. Other highlights include anti-diabetic properties of camel milk, and Maternal and Infant Health Monitoring System, now active in 18 hospitals across Abu Dhabi, FallGuard, a wearable device for real-time fall detection and caregiver alerting, Bioelectronic Chips, for precision diagnostics, and IGenRare, an AI assistant for more accurate diagnosis of rare diseases.听
Research from CMHS has earned regional and international recognition, with awards from TERMIS-AP, L鈥橭r茅al-UNESCO, the DoH – Abu Dhabi, and Ministry of Health and Prevention. With new PhD programs, expanded master鈥檚 offerings, ISO-accredited research labs, and growing biotech startups, Khalifa University鈥檚 CMHS continues to shape the UAE鈥檚 research and innovation landscape. Visitors can also experience a virtual tour of Khalifa University鈥檚 Body Museum and explore the Center for Experiential Learning and Clinical Simulation (CELS), which trains healthcare professionals using immersive tools.听
Alisha Roy
Science Writer
