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From Research to Social Innovation: Cancer Research Exchange Explores

ADU Teams Reach the Final Stage of Autism-Linked GLB1L3 Variants

ChangeMakers Academy 2026 The Cancer Research and the functional impact of autism- communication skills. Such

Awareness Student Scientific linked GLB1L3 genetic variants initiatives help connect
Two Abu Dhabi University teams ability to transform academic comprehensive framework that Forum (CRA-SSF), under the and their potential influence foundational molecular research
have advanced to the final stage ideas into practical, high-impact connects individual protection Abu Dhabi University Cancer on gene expression and axon with broader healthcare
of ChangeMakers Academy solutions. with broader operational safety Research Institute (ADU- initial segment connectivity. and translational research
2026 – Cohort 2, an initiative by intelligence. CRI), announced the fourth These biological mechanisms perspectives.
the Expo City Dubai Foundation, Among the shortlisted edition of the Cancer Research contribute to broader
highlighting the university’s projects are EdgePPE The projects demonstrate how Exchange, providing a platform scientific understanding of The Abu Dhabi University
growing success in translating and SafeGuardAIPro, two applied artificial intelligence for scientific discussion on neurodevelopmental disorders Cancer Research Institute (ADU-
applied research into socially complementary innovations can move beyond theoretical emerging biomedical research and the molecular pathways CRI), under the leadership of
impactful innovation. Progressing that together present a broader exploration into practical topics. The session focused on that may shape neurological Dr. Afsheen Raza, plays an
from concept development vision for intelligent safety technologies that support “Functional Characterization of development. important role in fostering
to the final pitch stage, both ecosystems. Developed through workplace safety, public Autism-Linked GLB1L3 Variants: By addressing specialized research engagement and
teams presented solutions collaboration between the health, and responsive risk Implications for Expression and biomedical topics through a scientific dialogue among
designed to address real-world Research Institute for AI and management. Bringing together AIS Connectivity,” highlighting student-led scientific platform, students and researchers. The
societal challenges through Emerging Technology (RAIET) expertise across Environmental research at the intersection of the session demonstrated the Cancer Research Exchange
interdisciplinary innovation and and the College of Engineering, Health and Safety, Artificial genomics, neurodevelopment, value of creating structured series provides a meaningful
entrepreneurship. EdgePPE is an AI-powered Intelligence, and Computer and translational biomedical opportunities for emerging environment for developing
wearable safety system designed Engineering, the teams reflect science. researchers to engage with research literacy, academic
This year’s ChangeMakers to detect environmental hazards, the power of interdisciplinary complex scientific questions, confidence, and interdisciplinary
Academy attracted more than including carbon dioxide collaboration in solving complex The session present current research, collaboration within the
200 applications from across exposure, while monitoring societal challenges. The initiative featured and strengthen university’s biomedical research
the UAE, with only 24 projects worker vital signs in real time was supported through the Fathima H. scientific community.
shortlisted for the final stage, through an integrated sensor mentorship of Prof. Mohammed as speaker
making the achievement ecosystem. SafeGuardAIPro Ghazal, Director of the Research and was
particularly significant. Abu extends this approach through Institute for AI and Emerging moderated
Dhabi University’s representation system-level monitoring, Technology (RAIET) and Dr. Rahaf by Henry
with two finalist teams reflects situational awareness, Ajaj. Salazar,
the strength of its research and and intelligent response creating an
innovation ecosystem and its coordination, creating a more academic forum for exploring

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