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الجمعية الوطنية للتصلب المتعدد تعلن عن أسماء الفائزين في دورة المنح البحثية لعام 2025

الجمعية الوطنية للتصلب المتعدد تعلن عن أسماء الفائزين في دورة المنح البحثية لعام 2025

  • ستة مشاريع بحثية في دولة الإمارات تحصل على منح بقيمة 4 ملايين درهم لدفع الابتكار في رعاية وعلاج التصلب المتعدد

أبوظبي، 19  مايو 2025: منحت الجمعية الوطنية للتصلب المتعدد 4 ملايين درهم إماراتي في شكل منح بحثية لستة مشاريع بحثية يتم العمل عليها في دولة الإمارات، وتهدف إلى تسريع التقدم في فهم وتشخيص وعلاج التصلب المتعدد، وذلك في إنجاز بارز ضمن دورتها الثانية لبرنامج المنحة البحثية.

وقد تم اختيار المشاريع الفائزة بالتعاون مع شركاء الجمعية، ودائرة الصحة – أبوظبي. ويأتي هذا الإعلان عقب إصدار تقرير الأثر البحثي للجمعية لعام 2023–2024، مما يعكس الزخم المتزايد في جهود البحث والمناصرة المتعلقة بالتصلب المتعدد في دولة الإمارات.

ومن الجدير بالذكر أن تمويل المشاريع البحثية قد تضاعف هذا العام، مقارنةً بالدورة الافتتاحية، في دلالة واضحة على التزام الجمعية الوطنية للتصلب المتعدد المتزايد بدعم جهود البحث العلمي في مجال التصلب المتعدد. واستقطبَت دورة المنح لهذا العام 46 طلبًا، من بينها طلبات تم إعدادها بالتعاون مع 15 شريكًا إقليميًا ودوليًا، ما يُمثل زيادة تقارب أربعة أضعاف مقارنةً بالدورة الأولى، ويُجسّد الدور الريادي المتنامي لدولة الإمارات في مجال أبحاث التصلب المتعدد.

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NATIONAL MS SOCIETY ANNOUNCES 2025 RESEARCH GRANT AWARDEES

  • Six UAE Research Projects Receive AED 4 Million in Grants to Drive Innovation in MS Care and Treatment

Abu Dhabi, 19 May 2025 – The National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) has awarded AED 4 million in research grants to six UAE-based projects designed to accelerate progress in the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS), marking a major milestone in its second research grant cycle.

The projects were selected with input from key stakeholders, including the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DOH), highlighting ongoing efforts to build momentum around MS research and advocacy in the UAE. The announcement comes alongside the release of the NMSS 2023–2024 Research Impact Report.

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Jawaher Al Qasimi witnesses launch of ‘Precious Heart’ jewellery collection featuring 20 exclusive pieces worth £9.7m to fund global humanitarian projects

The collection is a collaboration between Irthi, TBHF, and the British brand Asprey, uniting creativity, luxury, and humanitarian work

  • Sheikha Jawaher: When three entities dedicated to heritage, humanity, and design come together to deliver a project that embodies generosity, this is the true essence of humanitarian impact.
  • John Rigas: Creating a collection that honors Emirati heritage and reflects a shared commitment to making a real difference in the lives of those in need is the heart of this humanitarian partnership.
  • Reem BinKaram: Asprey’s inspiration from Emirati heritage in designing the collection underscores Irthi’s role in preserving cultural values and transforming them into contemporary art with a global humanitarian impact.
  • Alya Obaid Al Musaiebi: The partnership between art and humanitarian work redefines sustainability, turning beauty into a tool for empowerment and safeguarding human dignity.
  • The exceptional clarity of the jadeite stones, with impurity levels not exceeding 7%, allowed for the creation of 20 pieces instead of the originally planned 12, which were valued at £4 million, significantly increasing the overall value to more than double the initial estimate.
  • The collection is showcased in a silent charity auction at the Chedi Al Bait Hotel in Sharjah.
  • The pieces were designed by Asprey, one of Britain’s most prestigious luxury houses, with inspiration drawn from the traditional Emirati craft of Talli.
  • The pieces are made from rare, high-purity imperial jadeite; diamonds; amethysts; and unique natural pearls.
  • Every piece in the collection is a limited-edition exclusive.
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Habib Al Mulla & Partners Leads Cross-Border Initiative for Indian Market Expansion

Delhi, India – May 14, 2025 – As India and the United Arab Emirates continue to deepen their strategic partnership across defence, trade, and innovation, Habib Al Mulla and Partners is proud to announce the opening of its new office in New Delhi. This milestone reinforces the firm’s long-standing commitment to facilitating cross-border collaboration and investment between the two nations.

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Fueling the UAE’s Ambition for AI Excellence, Gargash Group Hosts AI Hackathon UAE 2025

DUBAI,13  MAY, 2025: Gargash Group has successfully concluded its two-day AI Hackathon UAE 2025, held at the Mercedes-Benz Brand Center in Dubai Design District. The event brought together over 100 talented developers, coders, and technology enthusiasts tasked with designing smart, scalable solutions to enhance operational processes within the group. Aligned with the UAE Vision for a knowledge-based, innovation-driven economy, the hackathon served as a platform to foster local talent, encourage digital transformation, and accelerate the adoption of advanced technologies across industries.

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