Knowledge for Impact: Scientific Dialogues and Sustainable Visions, Final Day Highlights
The Future of the Middle East and the Gulf States, Vision 2030. Organized by:
University of Derna (Libya) & Canadian Institute for Middle East and Gulf Studies (CIMEGS)
Scientific Session V: Innovation in Health & Biomedical Research
This session brought together a multidisciplinary group of researchers to explore clinical, genetic, and systemic dimensions of healthcare innovation in the MENA region. Highlights included:
- Aicha Bengueddach and her team, Cost-effectiveness analysis comparing Gemcitabine and FOLFIRINOX in pancreatic cancer treatment.
- Hamadouche and ZAOUI Chahinaize, Role of cervical mechanoreceptors in postural and balance disorders.
- Dalila Meddah's team, Diagnostic value of tumor markers in colon cancer.
- ZAOUI Chahinaize and collaborators, Hereditary cancer risks through the lens of Lynch syndrome.
- ZELMAT KADRI Aouicha Setti, Renal failure in HELLP syndrome cases.
- Hakima Kehili, Implementation of digital multidisciplinary medical meetings (e-MDTMs) in Western Algeria.
- Prof. Faiza Bereksi Reguig, Updates on lung cancer immunotherapy.
- Nabil Laref, Study on malnutrition in hospital environments in Oran.
Session V, Photo Highlights
Scientific Session VI: Food Security, Water Resources & Ethical Challenges
This session addressed the intersection of environmental sustainability, food security, and professional ethics in the Arab region. Key presentations included:
- Latifa Tebbal & Elfodhel Retimi, Justice and ethical responsibility in the nursing profession.
- Rafiqa Moussaoui, Sustainable approaches to wastewater reuse in Algerian agriculture.
- Hana Zedan, Greenhouse gas emissions from landfills in Derna and Ain Mara.
- Fatima Hamouta, Implications of food insecurity on sustainable development in the region.
- Yacoubi Khaled, Geopolitical impact of the Russia and Ukraine conflict on Arab Gulf food systems.
- Abdelkarim Mohsen Hassan, Reconstruction challenges in Gaza, focusing on damaged housing.
- Imahjane Meriem, Haddawi Elias & Bouzaiani Belkacem, Extraction of gelatin from camel bones.
Scientific Session VII: AI, Sustainability & Urban Resilience
The final academic session focused on emerging applications of artificial intelligence, climate resilience, and urban adaptation in the Middle East and North Africa. Highlights included:
- Mujad Hanan, AI's role in strengthening cybersecurity across the region.
- Mohammed Mahmoud AbdAllah Youssif, Economic sustainability in smart cities.
- Kamal Bouhjeriy, Digital tools for architectural heritage preservation.
- Fatma Zohra Boutora & Naoufel Smaili, Green construction and environmental accountability.
- Mekki Amaria, Green economy mechanisms for sustainable development.
- Ahmed Safi, Yassine Barid & collaborators, Socio-political conflict and urban resilience.
- Ghebghoub Yaqouta & her team, Traditional architecture as a climate adaptation tool.
Sessions VI & VII, Photo Highlights
Closing Ceremony: Reflections & Future Pathways
The forum concluded with closing remarks from its key organizers:
- Prof. Dr. Laadjal Adala, Emphasized the importance of maintaining research-driven regional dialogue.
- Prof. Dr. Wael Mohammed Gabrel, Thanked all contributors for their commitment and knowledge.
- Prof. Dr. Jehad Algharam, Announced the upcoming publication of the full official forum report on the institute's website.
Closing Ceremony
Prepared in Toronto, Canada
April 14, 2025
Issued by:
Canadian Institute for Middle East and Gulf Studies (CIMEGS)