Abu Dhabi awards $5.2m for healthcare research and innovation projects

11 grant recipients will develop projects under the DoH’s Research and Innovation Centre.

The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), in collaboration with the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, has awarded over $5.2m (AED 19m) in grants through the Healthcare Research and Innovation Fund.

11 grant recipients will develop projects under DoH’s Research and Innovation Centre, targeting cancer research, technological advancements, and improved chronic disease management.

Offered solutions include virtual reality for breast cancer survivors, advancements in paediatric metabolic health, precision medicine applications, and treatments for inherited eye diseases.

The funding aims to advance research in cell and gene therapies, precision medicine, and advanced cancer treatments.

AED 1 = $0.27