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MBZUAI and United Al-Saqer Group sign research agreement to advance AI in healthcare

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MBZUAI and United Al-Saqer Group have signed a 10-year research endowment agreement to advance AI in digital health. The funds will support health research projects at MBZUAI under the name of H.E. Sheikh Mohamed bin Butti Al Hamed. MBZUAI is already conducting research projects in areas like malaria spread, early detection of cardio and fetal abnormalities, and remote patient monitoring. Why it matters: This partnership highlights the UAE's commitment to leveraging AI for healthcare innovation and aligns with Abu Dhabi's 2030 Economic Vision.

Yaqub finds the “magic” of AI in healthcare

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Dr. Mohammad Yaqub, an Assistant Professor at MBZUAI, leads the BioMedIA lab and focuses on applying AI to real-world healthcare challenges, particularly in smart imaging. He was inspired by a textbook by Tom Mitchell and his work at Oxford University where he helped develop ScanNav, an AI solution aiding sonographers in anomaly scans during pregnancy. ScanNav assists in assessing fetal growth and detecting abnormalities, potentially improving early intervention. Why it matters: This highlights the growing importance of AI in enhancing medical diagnostics and improving healthcare outcomes in the UAE and globally.