Dubai: Dubai will host the second edition of the GCLS Semester Symposium on 2nd - 3rd February, organised by the Geneva College of Longevity Science (GCLS) in partnership with Dubai Science Park, at the Dubai Knowledge Park Auditorium.
According to Emirates News Agency, the event, titled 'The New Era of Longevity: Innovation for the Middle East', will bring together researchers, clinicians, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and investors. The symposium aims to explore how advances in ageing biology, preventive medicine, diagnostics, and health technologies can be translated into scalable, real-world solutions.
The symposium will feature more than 40 international speakers, with a programme that includes keynote lectures, expert panels, and interdisciplinary discussions. Topics to be covered include the biology of ageing, biomarkers and diagnostics, preventive and lifestyle-based interventions, clinical translation of emerging therapies, financing and regulatory frameworks, and the development of sustainable longevity ecosystems.
Prof. Dr. Dominik Thor, President of the Geneva College of Longevity Science, highlighted that longevity science is progressing rapidly from theory to application. He stated that the GCLS Semester Symposium provides a platform for global expertise and regional ambition to intersect, fostering meaningful dialogue on the future of healthspan in the Middle East.
Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai Science Park, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai International Academic City, part of TECOM Group, noted that Dubai is establishing itself as a global hub for innovation in human longevity and wellbeing. He emphasized that the GCLS Semester Symposium showcases the commitment to fostering an environment where groundbreaking research can inform practical solutions, uniting scientific discovery with market readiness.