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… understanding of hereditary diseases. Education PhD in Biomedical and Biological Sciences Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar 2019 MSc in Applied Biological Sciences Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan 1999 BSc in Biological … - Present Research Manager Research Department, Sidra Medicine 2013 Laboratory Manager Weill Cornell Medical College, Qatar 2012 - 2013 Laboratory Manager Pediatrics Department, IWK Health Centre, Canada 2007 - 2012 Selected Publications … S. I., Abdelrahman, D., Mbarek, H., Mohammed, I., Hasan, W., & Mifsud, B. (2022). Analysis of incidental findings in Qatar genome participants reveals novel functional variants in LMNA and DSP. Human Molecular Genetics, 31 (16), …
… from al‑Azhar University. Before joining HBKU in 2013, he served as Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Qatar University (QU) and held senior academic roles as Dean, HoD, and Director of Academics at the International Islamic … Professor of Comparative Religion, Head, Department of Dawa and Islamic Culture College of Shariah and Islamic Studies, Qatar University 2009 – 2013 Associate Dean for Academic Affairs College of Sharia and Islamic Studies, Qatar University 2007 – 2013 Associate Professor Department of Dawa and Islamic Culture, College of Shariah and Islamic …
… held at the Samberg Conference Center in the United States, under the theme of Envisioning the Future: Cities of MENA. Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI) and the College of Science and Engineering (CSE) represented HBKU – this year’s … to evoke novel ideas and provide ample networking opportunities. Dr. Bermak said: “It was an honor to represent HBKU and Qatar on a global stage through our participation in MIT SciTech 2019. Each of the ideas presented and the notions … more HBKU’s QCRI and UN DPPA Celebrate Six Years of Innovation in Peace Technology 05 Mar 2024 Read more HBKU Promotes Qatar’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem at Web Summit Qatar 2024 04 Mar 2024 Read more …
… The university this year welcomes more than 370 new students comprising 46 nationalities, 26 percent of which are Qatari nationals. Orientation Day provided students with a comprehensive overview of what they can expect from their … are equipped with the knowledge and skill sets needed to actively contribute to the current and future challenges facing Qatar and the world.” Earlier this year, HBKU introduced eight new programs across six of its colleges: a Master of Arts … The expansion of HBKU’s academic offerings reflects the university’s growing role as an advocate for innovation in Qatar and beyond. Addressing students, Dr. Emad El-Din Shahin, interim provost of HBKU, said: “As students at HBKU, you …
… University of Cambridge, United Kingdom and HBKU Law Visiting Professor; and Afaf Kazeem, Legal Counsel, Siemens Qatar. The colloquium will address achieving economic diversification in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals … conferences and other events to discuss the diverse legal systems – civil law, common law, and Shari’a – that inform Qatari law and complex events and transactions, both in the region and around the world. The Legal and Contractual … be in English. For more information, or to register, please visit cl.hbku.edu.qa . Links to coverage: Zawya Gulf Times Qatar Tribune …
… Qualifications Ph.D. M.Sc. Entity College of Health and Life Sciences Biography Dr. Said Ismail is the director of the Qatar Genome Programme (QGP), one of the major national programs in the region. He obtained his Doctor of Philosophy … Research Interests Cancer Genetics and Targeted Therapeutics Genomics and Precision Medicine Experience Director Qatar Genome Program, Qatar Foundation 2015 - present Adjunct Professor College of Health and Life Sciences, Hamad Bin Khalifa University … Dr. Said Ismail is the director of the Qatar Genome Programme (QGP), one of the major national programs in the region. He obtained his Doctor of Philosophy …
… computers to perceive the world in the same way that humans do, is to deliver a keynote speech during a visit to Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU). Dr. Antonio Torralba, a professor … Ferda Ofli and Ingmar Weber on using machine learning to analyze social media images to better understand food habits in Qatar. For more information about QCRI, please visit qcri.org.qa Related News … more HBKU’s QCRI and UN DPPA Celebrate Six Years of Innovation in Peace Technology 05 Mar 2024 Read more HBKU Promotes Qatar’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem at Web Summit Qatar 2024 04 Mar 2024 Read more …
… action and Ramadan's ethos of giving and service beyond cultural and religious boundaries. Closer to home, the State of Qatar supports the voluntary sector by providing logistical support and regulatory facilitation for charitable … by businesses and individuals offer free meals and embody the spirit of community and generosity. For its part, the Qatar Red Crescent Society continues to provide humanitarian assistance at home and abroad. Qatar’s diverse community engagement programs during Ramadan also reflect a national commitment to fostering a cohesive …
… “At HBKU, we value the significance in building synergies with international partners, to help inspire and benefit the Qatari community towards discovering innovative solutions that respond to regional and global challenges. Our … HBKU shares this important pillar of our mission and we are eager to partner on teaching and research activities in Qatar and the Middle East - a region at the forefront of innovation, despite significant political transitions and … working with The Hague Institute.” Dr. Connolly added: "We are looking forward to strengthening our collaboration with Qatar in the fields of research, training, education, and study trips. This could begin with a series of roundtable …
… (BCTs) as promising tools for addressing key societal problems. Dr. Preslav Nakov, Principal Scientist at the Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI), HBKU, spoke on analyzing the trustworthiness of news outlets using QCRI’s … Professor and the Director of Interdisciplinary Programs, CSE, with Dr. Mohamed Elshazly, Weill-Cornell Medicine in Qatar, Dr. Mohammed Al-Hijji, Hamad Medical Corporation, and Mohammed Tahri Sqalli, Research Assistant at CSE. Among … Dr. Ali moderated a panel titled “Interdisciplinary Research: A Research Commissioner View” with Dr. Hatem Mheni, Qatar National Research Fund, the conference sponsors, Dr. Ryan Ko, University of Queensland, Dr. Nineta Polemi, …