The Ministry of Health and Prevention unveiled the "Landscape of Health Research Report in the UAE 2017-2022" at an event held in Dubai on the 27th of July 2023. The report was prepared by the National Center for Health Research in collaboration with Elsevier and launched in the presence of esteemed officials such as HE Dr. Amin Hussain Al Ameeri and representatives from various health and academic authorities were also present.
The report offers significant insights into the prevailing trends of health-related research in the UAE, pinpointing areas of proficiency and potential avenues for further growth. These findings stem from a thorough review of research published in esteemed journals, including scientific articles and conference papers. The study utilizes verified quantitative indicators, such as the total number of published research works. Quality-wise, it uses the Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) to evaluate the top 10 institutions in the UAE. Furthermore, the report underscores the benchmarking of performance indicators in health research and clinical trials in the UAE in comparison to the GCC and G20 economic countries.
The Ministry expects the report to serve as a trustworthy resource for decision-makers in the health sector, with a vision to enhance effective health policies on a wide range of significant health topics. These topics span from chronic diseases and global epidemics to research on technology applications and modern medical advancements. The report mirrors the UAE's commitment to consistently review research performance in the health sector and strengthen cooperation and knowledge exchange with both academic and health institutions, as well as the private sector, regionally and globally.