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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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