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research on the genetic structure of the COVID-SARS-19 virus has
accelerated research efforts considerably and resulted in the creation of
many vaccinations to fight this pandemic.
Dr. Drew Weissman runs a research laboratory that specializes in the study
of RNA and innate immune system biology, and the application of these
findings to vaccine research and gene therapy. He contributed to the
development of the modified mRNA technology used in vaccines for
preventing COVID-19 infection.
Dr. Katalin Kariko, a renowned biochemist and researcher, has substantially
contributed to mRNA technology and the COVID-19 vaccines. She created
the modified mRNA technology utilized in the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines to
prevent COVID-19 infection. Additionally, she also discovered a way to
improve mRNA technology to combat disease and trigger an immune
response.
Following the MBRKA, Dr. Weissman and Dr. Kariko received the Nobel Prize
in Physiology or Medicine 2023, underscoring the MBRF’s keen eye for
recognizing groundbreaking contributions in the field of science, including
biomedical research.
Among the MBRKA winners were the Emirates Mars Mission ‘Hope Probe’ and
the “Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings. The Lindau Nobel Laureates Meetings”
is a global forum for knowledge sharing across borders, cultures, and
disciplines. Every year, 500 young scientists and about 50 Nobel laureates
gather at the Lindau meetings for a week in an effort to promote knowledge
exchange across generations.
The Emirates Mars Mission ‘Hope Probe,’ is the first Arab mission that
reached the orbit of Mars in 2021. It provides a comprehensive picture of the
planet’s atmosphere. This mission continues on its current trajectory,
providing the international space community with data regularly.
Additionally, the mission seeks to advance knowledge, scientific research,
and various space applications while developing skilled Emirati human
resources in the field of space technology.
The MBRKA has significantly advanced the ‘Knowledge Summit,’ a leading
event organized by the MBRF. Presented during the ‘Knowledge Summit,’ the
MBRKA has succeeded in drawing international attention to this significant
event that focuses on exchanging experiences and transferring knowledge.
This year, the winners of the prestigious Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Knowledge Award will be announced during the ‘Knowledge Summit’ 2024,
allowing the MBRF to continue its mission of celebrating knowledge, honoring
trailblazers, and inspiring more creators to design more innovative ideas that
shape a brighter future for humanity.

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