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2nd Edition of the Region’s Most Impactful Stem Cell Gathering

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Held on 27–28 February 2024 at Waldorf Astoria, The Palm, Dubai, the 2nd edition of the Dubai Stem Cell Congress continued its mission under the guidance of FSG Lab and Hortman, gathering global experts and patients to drive progress in cell therapy and biobanking.

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Dr. Fatma Alhashimi

CEO and Chairperson of Dubai Stem Cell Congress

Dr. Shaikha Almazrouei

Lead Researcher
Technology Innovation Institute

Dr. Sarkawt Hamad

Gynaecologist & Former CEO
Cord: USE USA

Dr. Scott Cooper

Research Associate/Lab Manager
Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Neurological Surgery
USA

Dr. Shahrukh Hashmi

Medical Director (Dean) of Research
SSMC/Mayo Clinic Abu Dhabi UAE

Mrs. Kim Petrella

Nurse Coordinator, Delaware Perinatal Quality Collaborative USA

Dr. Sarkawt Hamad

Regenerative Medicine Scientist University of Cologne Marga-and-Walter-Boll-Laboratory for Cardiac Tissue Engineering
Germany

PD Dr. Kurt Pfannkuche

Medical Faculty University of Cologne
Marga-and-Walter-Boll-Laboratory
for Cardiac Tissue Engineering Germany

Dr. Essam Abdelalim

Senior Scientist Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI) & Associate Professor at HBKU Qatar

Prof. John Wagner, MD

Director of the Institute for Cell, Gene and Immunotherapies, University of Minnesota USA

Dr. Gang Bao

Chair of the Department of Bioengineering and Foyt Family Professor Rice University
USA

Dr. Jeffrey Miller

Professor of Medicine Division of Hematology Oncology and Transplantation University of Minnesota USA

Dr. Camillo Ricordi

Professor of Surgery Director of Cell Transplant Center Director Emeritus of the Diabetes Research Institutę USA

Dr. Stefano Rivella

Kwame Ohene-Frempong Chair on Sickle Cell Anemia & Professor of Pediatrics
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia USA

Dr. James Ropa

Postdoctoral Fellow Microbiology and Immunology Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis USA

Dr. Nupur Kohli

Assistant Professor Biomedical Engineering & Biotechnology Khalifa University UAE

Prof. Ahmed Elhoboty

Reproductive Medicine & Ob Gyn Consultant HealthPlus Abu Dhabi
Fertility Center UAE

Dr. Adrian Teo

Principal Investigator Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology at A*STAR Assistant Professor at NUS Medicine Singapore

Dr. Timo Otonkoski, MD, PhD

Professor of Medical Stem Cell Research University of Helsinki Finland

Dr. Anthony Stein

Co-Director, Gehr Family Center for Leukemia Research Professor, Department of Hematology & Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation City of Hope USA

Dr. Jacques Galipeau

Associate Dean for Therapeutics Development University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health University of Wisconsin USA

Dr. Arleen Auerbach

Consultant. Rockefeller University USA

Dr. Zainab Mohamed AlShareef

Research Team Leader and Lecturer in Molecular Genetics at the College of Medicine University of Sharjah (UOS) Sharjah, UAE

Dr. Jeroen Rouwkema

Associate Professor Department of Biomechanical Engineering University of Twente Netherlands

Prof. Yoshinori Yoshida

Associate Professor Center for iPS Cell Research and Application, Kyoto University Japan

Katrina Aalto-Setälä Prof. MD, PhD

Professor of Physiology Faculty of Medicine & Health Technology Tampere University Cardiologist, Heart Hospital Tampere University Hospital Finland

Prof. Nadir Kadri

Assistant Professor Regenerative Medicine & Tumour Biology Senior Researcher Specialist in Stem cells Karolinksa Institutet, Stockholm Sweden

Dr. Katarina LeBlanc

Professor of Clinical Stem Cell Research Karolinska Institutet Sweden

Dr. Scott Cooper

Research Associate/Lab Manager
Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Neurological Surgery
USA

Welcome from the Chairperson

“We are delighted to welcome you to the second edition of the Dubai Stem Cell Congress”

Building upon the powerful momentum of 2023, this year’s congress expands its scientific programming, features a broader international community of experts, and showcases remarkable patient success stories that underline the real-world impact of stem cell therapies.

Our commitment to educating, inspiring, and connecting continues — with enhanced workshops, CME-accredited sessions, and a platform for patients, students, and professionals to come together in transforming the future of healthcare.

We look forward to your presence and participation at DSCC 2024.

Congress 2024 Objectives

The Dubai Stem Cell Congress 2024 was initiated and powered by Hortman Stem Cell Laboratory, with the mission to:
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Expand awareness of advancements in stem cell therapy & regenerative medicine.
Promote collaboration across global academic, clinical, and biotech communities.
Host live success stories to bridge science and patient impact.
Offer CPD-accredited education across clinical and scientific sessions.

Scientific Program & Highlights

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CME-Accredited Sessions on the latest breakthroughs
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Panel Discussions featuring global thought leaders
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Live Testimonials from patients who underwent stem cell therapy
04
Showcase of Advanced Technologies in biobanking, genomics, and diagnostics
05
Poster Presentations & Academic Research Displays
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Featured Patients – Real Stories of Hope

Continuing its tradition of inspiration, DSCC 2024 spotlighted several heartwarming success stories:
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Stem cell therapy gave me a second chance. From chronic pain to restored mobility, I now live fully — all thanks to groundbreaking care and compassionate experts.

Ariauna Christensen, Fanconi Patient/ Successful Cord Blood Transplant Recipient USA

Organized By

Hortman Stem
Cell Laboratory

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Located at Golden Mile, Palm Jumeirah, Hortman is the UAE’s first state-of-the-art facility for stem cell isolation, culture, and clinical trials. With GMP laboratories and ISO-certified clean rooms, Hortman is leading the research frontier in the Middle East.

The PREMIER Stem Cell
Congress of 2024
in March 2024 – Dubai

Join us at the forefront of regenerative medicine, where global experts, clinicians, researchers, and innovators converge.

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Congress 2024

Dubai Health Authority empowers the Congress by fostering innovation, medical excellence, and impactful healthcare advancements through strategic collaboration in regenerative medicine and stem cell research.

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