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4/21/25, 10:36 AM Abu Dhabi to launch 'Silicon Valley for AI and Healthcare' Innovation Hub
has committed to leading commercialisation activities to support significant
investment, while SRI will establish an exclusive relationship with ADHDS for
healthcare and AI initiatives across the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META)
region.

Mansoor Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi,
emphasised, "This partnership reflects our unwavering commitment to building a

world-class healthcare ecosystem powered by innovation and global collaboration.

The Innovation Hub will play a pivotal role in advancing research, attracting

exceptional talent, and delivering transformative health solutions that extend far
beyond Abu Dhabi, benefiting the region and the world."

Peter Marcotullio, Senior Vice President of Commercialisation at SRI, added, "We are

thrilled to partner with ADHDS and VantageBridge to create this Innovation Hub
in Abu Dhabi. By combining SRI's expertise in research and technology

with ADHDS's vision for healthcare transformation and VantageBridge's investment

acumen, we are poised to unlock groundbreaking innovations that will redefine the

global healthcare landscape and improve lives worldwide."

Kareem Shahin, CEO of M42's Digital Health Solutions platform, highlighted, "This

collaboration with SRI and VantageBridge is a landmark moment in our mission to

build a future-ready healthcare ecosystem. The Innovation Hub will serve as a global

platform for pioneers and entrepreneurs, harnessing the power of AI to address

tomorrow's healthcare challenges. Abu Dhabi is now positioned to lead the world
in AI-driven healthcare innovation, amplifying our impact on health outcomes

globally."

Alain Baron, Founder and CEO of VantageBridge Partners, underscored, "This
strategic partnership aligns perfectly with the Department of Health's vision to

establish Abu Dhabi as a global leader in health innovation. By fostering investment

opportunities and accelerating research, we are not only addressing critical

healthcare challenges but also creating a lasting legacy of technological progress,
economic growth, and enhanced well-being across the region."

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