UAE's National Genome Strategy Launch: A Major Step Forward in Advancing Healthcare and Promoting Well-being
The launch of the National Genome Strategy by the Emirates Genome Council is a significant development towards advancing healthcare and promoting well-being in the UAE . The strategy, which is expected to cover the next 10 years, provides a comprehensive framework of legislation and governance for genomic programs to support public health priorities. The five key pillars of the National Genome Strategy, which include legislation and governance, data infrastructure, genomic research and innovation, public health priorities, and strategic partnerships, are crucial components that will pave the way for groundbreaking research and innovation in the field of genomics. With the support of the Emirati Genome Programme, which will collaborate with various research and medical institutions across the UAE, the National Genome Strategy is poised to drive major advances in healthcare. The establishment of the Emirates Genome Council in 2021 underscores the UAE 's commitment to connecting and...