QU Health Phd Student Receives Regional Young Talent Award

Date

10/24/2023 4:45:22 AM

(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula

Doha, Qatar: Qatar University health (QU Health) PhD student, Nadin Nagy Younes (pictured), has been recognised with the prestigious 2023 L'Oréal-Unesco For Women in Science Middle East Regional Young Talent award.

The award ceremony was held on September 20 in Dubai, UAE.

Younes is one of six remarkable young female scientists to receive this distinguished accolade. The L'Oréal-Unesco for Women in Science Middle East Regional Young Talent programme is designed to promote and celebrate the contributions of young women in the field of science, particularly those hailing from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman.

Nadin's award-winning PhD project is titled“The development of low-cost, easy-to-use tests (LFAs) for the early and rapid detection of Norovirus (NoV) and Hepatitis E (HEV).” Her groundbreaking research promises to significantly affect public health by improving the accessibility and efficiency of disease detection methods.

Dr. Asma Al Thani, QU Vice-President for Health and Medical Sciences, said:“QU Health takes great pride in nurturing exceptional talent like Ms. Nadin Nagy Younes. Her recognition with the L'Oréal-Unesco for Women in Science award highlights not only her dedication and excellence but also underscores QU's commitment to fostering scientific innovation and empowering young women in STEM fields. In addition, the Department of Biomedical Sciences has consistently graduated outstanding scholars. Dr. Maha Al Asmakh, Dr. Fatima Suleiman, and Dr. Anwara Adam have previously received this prestigious award.”

Dr. Gheyath Nasrallah, Associate Professor of Biomedical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, commented on her achievement, saying:“Nadin's dedication and commitment to her research have been truly outstanding. Her innovative work on the development of low-cost, easy-to-use tests for the detection of Norovirus and Hepatitis E is not only a testament to her scientific prowess but also a significant contribution to public health. She exemplifies the spirit of excellence and determination that we strive to instil in our students at QU. Nadin's success is a source of pride for all of us, and it reinforces our belief in the potential of young women in STEM fields to make a profound impact on society.”

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