Dubai Health's Elite: Over 10% Of MBRU Faculty In World's Top 2% Scientists List

Dubai Health has proudly announced a significant achievement for the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), with over 10% of its faculty members being recognized among the World's Top 2% of Scientists. This prestigious list, compiled by Stanford University, showcases individuals who have made notable contributions in various scientific fields, including Dentistry, Obstetrics & Reproductive Medicine, Genetics & Heredity, and Gastroenterology & Hepatology.

Among the distinguished faculty, Prof. Momen Atieh, Chair of Oral Diagnostics and Surgical Sciences at the Hamdan Bin Mohammed College of Dental Medicine, has been acknowledged as the top national scientist in Dentistry within the United Arab Emirates. This recognition not only highlights individual excellence but also underscores MBRU's commitment to fostering an environment that promotes groundbreaking research and education in the medical sciences.

The faculty members from MBRU who have been honored in the Stanford University rankings are renowned for their dedication to advancing medical knowledge through research, education, and clinical practice. Their achievements are a testament to the high caliber of talent nurtured at MBRU. The list includes:

• Cardiovascular System & Hematology: Prof. Nandu Goswami
• Dentistry: Prof. Momen Atieh, Prof. Keyvan Moharamzadeh, and the late Prof. Dimitrius Tziafas
• Gastroenterology & Hepatology: Prof. Samuel Ho, Prof. Thomas Adrian
• General & Internal Medicine: Prof. Lakshmanan Jeyaseelan
• Genetics and Heredity: Dr. Ahmad Abou Tayoun, Dr. Mohammed Uddin
• Obstetrics & Reproductive Medicine: Prof. Stefan Du Plessis

The World’s Top 2% Scientist Rankings by Stanford University is a highly respected index that identifies leading scientists worldwide across 22 scientific fields and 174 sub-fields. This classification is based on Science-Metrix's established categories and utilizes Scopus data provided by Elsevier through ICSR Lab.

The inclusion of MBRU faculty members in this esteemed list not only celebrates their individual contributions to the global scientific community but also enhances the university's reputation as a leading institution for medical education and research in the region.

This recognition serves as a significant milestone for MBRU, reflecting its ongoing efforts to contribute to the advancement of medical science and healthcare both locally and internationally. The achievements of these faculty members underscore the university's role in nurturing talent capable of making impactful contributions to the world of medicine.

With inputs from WAM