Dubai Health Authority introduces new mechanisms to encourage innovation in medical research

• Develops new processes, technical procedures and an updated system for archiving medical research papers.

Dubai, UAE, May 23, 2016:   In order to foster innovation and medical research in the health sector in Dubai, the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) launched the DHA Medical Research Award, which is one of the many initiatives that the Authority has recently undertaken to promote innovation and medical research in Dubai.

His Excellency Humaid Al Qatami, Chairman of the Board and Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority, said: “This is in line with the Authority’s Dubai Health Strategy 2016-21. The Authority has also developed new processes, new technical procedures and has adopted a mechanism to ensure an accurate database of all the medical research projects that have been implemented and are in the pipeline. Our aim is to encourage medical professionals to take on pertinent research projects in their field.”

The DHA will further strengthen collaboration with international and local research committees and bodies in the field of medical research and public health. The DHA will continue sending articles on the research conducted by its medical professionals across medical research publications globally.

The DHA will revise its medical research policies and procedures annually to ensure it is up-to-date with the latest standards and quality in medical research.

The DHA will also carry out awareness activities for health professionals in the medical sector to encourage them to participate in medical research and to update them about the latest procedures.

The DHA will also encourage advanced medical research and studies in Dubai and educate medical professionals to undertake research projects that are in line with the medical regulations of the Emirate.