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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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