Hamdan Foundation Advances 161 Submissions to Judging Stage for 2025 Medical Awards

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Hamdan Foundation Advances 161 Submissions to Judging Stage for 2025 Medical Awards

The Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences has officially completed the screening phase for the 2025 Medical Awards, moving 161 qualified submissions to the judging stage. This year's awards cycle, which aims to recognize innovation and excellence in healthcare, received an impressive 330 submissions from 18 countries, underscoring the program’s growing global prestige.

Applications came from countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Lebanon, Oman, Iraq, India, the UK, the US, and several others across Europe, Africa, and Asia. Following a rigorous two-stage review process, 261 submissions advanced past the initial screening, with 161 meeting the criteria to proceed to the next phase — judging, which is set to take place between June 2 and October 15, 2025.

Commitment to Excellence and Transparency

Dr. Salama Al Muhairi, Director of Medical Excellence at the Foundation, emphasized that the evaluation process adheres to strict standards of transparency and impartiality. “Our goal is to highlight groundbreaking achievements that contribute meaningfully to medical research and healthcare practices,” she said.

Specialized judging panels comprising leading international experts will now evaluate submissions based on category-specific criteria, ensuring that only the most impactful work is recognized.

Awards Structure and Global Reach

The Hamdan Medical Excellence Awards are divided into two main categories:

Regional (Arab World) Awards
- Arab Award for Health Sector Research
- Arab Award for Genetic Sciences
National (UAE) Awards
- Best Research in Healthcare Award
- Innovation in Healthcare Award
- Hamdan Award for Distinguished Personalities

The awards program continues to gain acclaim for spotlighting researchers, innovators, and healthcare professionals who bring transformative solutions to regional and global healthcare challenges.

Driving Innovation in Healthcare

Dr. Al Muhairi noted that the Foundation remains dedicated to sharing award-winning research to inspire the next generation of scientists and healthcare leaders. The awards not only celebrate excellence but also foster collaboration and innovation across borders.

The Foundation’s consistent efforts over the years have helped position the UAE as a hub for medical research and innovation, contributing to the global advancement of healthcare standards.