Global Health Innovators recognised with Abu Dhabi Global Health Week Innovation Awards for transformative impact

ABU DHABI, UAE, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Global Health Week (ADGHW) today honoured exceptional individuals and institutions from around the world whose innovative contributions are advancing the future of health. Winners of the ADGHW Innovation Awards 2025 were recognised for pioneering solutions in digital health, biotechnology, and diagnostics, receiving global recognition and a share of the $200,000 prize fund.

With a total of 91 submissions received from global and local individuals and institutions, the ADGHW Innovation Awards, sponsored by e& and PureHealth, welcomed entries that address critical health challenges across digital health, pharmaceutical and biotechnology innovations, and medical devices and diagnostics. Winners were selected following a rigorous review process led by a distinguished panel of global health experts, policymakers, and technology leaders.

ADGHW Innovation Awards recipients include:

The award ceremony commenced with opening remarks by H.E. Dr. Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, who underscored the award's pivotal role in recognising excellence, fostering innovation, and accelerating progress across the healthcare sector. The event brought together senior government officials, healthcare leaders, and industry partners, including H.E. Dr. Jaleela bint Al-Sayed Jawad Hasan, Minister of Health of the Kingdom of Bahrain; H.E. Dr. Mikheil Sarjveladze, Minister of Internally Displaced Persons from the Occupied Territories, Labour, Health and Social Affairs of Georgia; Shaista Asif, Group Chief Executive Officer of PureHealth; Dr. Patrick Horber, President, International of Novartis; and Jacob Thaysen, Chief Executive Officer of Illumina.

Commenting on the winners' announcement, H.E. Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of DoH, said: "We are delighted to honour these trailblazers from around the world. Their achievements show how powerful innovation can be in changing the global health landscape and highlight what's possible when we work together. By celebrating these breakthroughs, we're not only recognising what's been accomplished today, we are also paving the way for a healthier tomorrow for all, where everyone enjoys well-being and a long, healthy life."

Submissions were evaluated based on originality, impact, scalability, and sustainability. The rigorous assessment process was overseen by a panel of esteemed experts in healthcare, digital health, and public policy including Dr. Asma Ibrahim Al Mannaei, Executive Director of the Health Life Sciences Sector at DoH; Professor Shafi Ahmed, multi-award-winning surgeon, teacher, futurist, innovator and entrepreneur; John Nosta, president of NostaLab, Lina Shadid, Middle East Health Industries Lead and Zubin Daruwalla, Asia Pacific Health Industries Lead at PwC.

"The ADGHW Innovation Awards exemplify the transformative power of collaboration and innovation in addressing global health challenges with creativity, rigour, and purpose. The diversity and ingenuity of the application submissions highlight Abu Dhabi's role in boosting an ecosystem that drives advancements in healthcare. At PwC, we are proud to support this initiative and contribute to shaping a future where innovation is both encouraged and celebrated," stated Lina Shadid, Middle East Health Industries Lead at PwC.

The diverse group of applicants underscores ADGHW's pivotal role in enhancing international collaboration and demonstrates Abu Dhabi's commitment to nurturing a thriving ecosystem that drives advancement of the global health sector.

In a first for the awards, an AI assistant was also integrated into the review process, supporting the jury by surfacing patterns, providing comparative insights, and complementing human expertise during deliberations. This hybrid model reflects ADGHW's commitment to harnessing the potential of emerging technologies to drive fairness, transparency, and efficiency in the evaluation of innovative ideas.

ADGHW is a major government initiative from DoH and serves as a platform for innovation and collaboration under the theme 'Towards Longevity: Redefining Health and Well-being.' It places a strong emphasis on community-driven health and well-being, with a proactive approach centred around preventive, personalised, and holistic care.

Four core themes will guide discussions and initiatives: Longevity and Precision Health; Health System Resilience & Sustainability; Digital Health & AI; and Investment in Life Sciences. By convening diverse stakeholders from around the world, ADGHW is a community without borders that seeks to advance the future of health and well-being.

About Abu Dhabi Global Health Week:

Abu Dhabi Global Health Week (ADGHW) is a major government-led initiative by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH). It drives transformative innovation and collaboration under the theme 'Towards Longevity: Redefining Health and Well-being'. ADGHW serves as a year-round 'always-on' platform with a proactive approach centred around preventive, personalised, and holistic care. Held with and for the world, ADGHW is a platform for open, inclusive exchange, and joint action.

ADGHW welcomes entrepreneurs, policymakers, researchers, innovators, and investors to transform ideas into action, and collaborate around topics like advancing precision care and building a resilient technology-driven ecosystem. ADGHW 2025 proudly collaborates with key strategic partners, including Foundation Partner, M42 and Global Health and Longevity Champion, PureHealth. Additional exhibitors and sponsors include Burjeel, GSK, Johnson & Johnson, Lilly, Microsoft, Novo Nordisk, Viatris, Novartis, Roche, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Deloitte, Gilead, Juvenescence, NYU Abu Dhabi and Pfizer, united in their commitment to advancing the future of healthcare and life sciences.

For more information on ADGHW, visit https://www.adghw.com/
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About the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH):

The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi is the regulative body of the healthcare sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Committed to ensuring excellence in healthcare, DoH monitors the health status of the population while shaping the regulatory framework for the health system. This includes inspecting against regulations, enforcing standards and encouraging the adoption of world-class best practices and performance targets by all healthcare providers in the Emirate. Abu Dhabi remains dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare by establishing an intelligent and sustainable ecosystem that prioritises health, longevity and quality of life for all community members.  Leveraging state-of-the-art infrastructure and cutting-edge capabilities, DoH continues to develop and implement initiatives and programmes in line with its strategic focus areas, Healthy Population, Best-in-Class Care and Resilience and Innovation. These efforts reflect DoH's unwavering commitment to predicting, preventing and personalising healthcare for every individual.

For further information on DOH, visit https://www.doh.gov.ae/ and follow on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

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Global Health Innovators recognised with Abu Dhabi Global Health Week Innovation Awards for transformative impact

Global Health Innovators recognised with Abu Dhabi Global Health Week Innovation Awards for transformative impact

Global Health Innovators recognised with Abu Dhabi Global Health Week Innovation Awards for transformative impact

Global Health Innovators recognised with Abu Dhabi Global Health Week Innovation Awards for transformative impact

Global Health Innovators recognised with Abu Dhabi Global Health Week Innovation Awards for transformative impact

Building a Trustworthy Infrastructure, Advancing Global Philanthropy Through Technology

DUBLIN, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 8, 2025, AB DAO and the AB Charity Foundation jointly hosted the inaugural "Technology-Driven Philanthropy Closed-Door Forum" in Dublin, Ireland.

The forum was chaired by H.E. Bertie Ahern, Chairman of the AB Charity Foundation, former Prime Minister of Ireland, and former President of the European Commission. He delivered a keynote speech titled "Technology and Trust – A New Order for Philanthropy."

Distinguished attendees included H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo, former President of Nigeria and former Chairperson of the African Union, as well as Mr. Malcolm Byrne, Member of the Irish Parliament and Chairman of the Committee on Artificial Intelligence. The forum featured deep discussions on how emerging technologies can empower global welfare systems.

Anthony Tsang, representing AB Chain, presented the latest technical developments, including the high-performance mainnet, cross-chain protocol AB Connect, and the gas-free transaction protocol Universal Transfer. These innovations reflect AB DAO's vision of building a globally compliant blockchain infrastructure dedicated to philanthropy.

Key proposals from the forum will be compiled by the AB Charity Foundation and submitted to the United Nations and global partner networks to further promote the global practice of "technology for good."

About the AB Charity Foundation

The AB Charity Foundation is a legally registered international NGO in Ireland with full legal status under EU law. Supported by AB DAO in both funding and technology, the foundation is committed to building a transparent and traceable global philanthropic infrastructure using blockchain and artificial intelligence technologies.

For more information, please visit: www.ab.org

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AB DAO Partners with AB Charity Foundation