UAE university unveils cutting-edge stem cell research centre
With AI, bioprinting, UAEU Stem Cell Research Centre is set to revolutionize personalized medicine, organ transplantation, and disease treatment
AL-AIN, UAE (MNTV) – In a major leap for medical research, UAE University (UAEU) has inaugurated a pioneering Stem Cell Research Centre in Al Ain, equipping scientists with advanced tools to accelerate breakthroughs in regenerative medicine.
The institute is installed with technology to provide 3D-printed organs and potential treatments for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, reported Khaleej Times.
As the first academic stem cell research facility of its kind in the UAE, the centre provides researchers with cutting-edge technology to fast-track critical studies, significantly reducing the time required for groundbreaking discoveries.
Dr. Rami Beiram, associate provost for Research at UAEU, emphasized the centre’s strategic importance in advancing stem cell therapies and their real-world medical applications.
“This facility is a cornerstone of our commitment to pioneering regenerative medicine, ensuring the UAE remains at the forefront of healthcare innovation,” Dr. Beiram stated.
During an exclusive tour of the facility, Khaleej Times reported Emirati researchers Shamsa Fadel Almansouri and Fatema Khamis AlDhaheri utilizing state-of-the-art equipment, including a 3D bioprinter and high-capacity cryogenic freezers, to develop lifelike organ models.
The 3D bioprinter, a centerpiece of the lab, uses bioink—a specialized blend of polymers, living cells, and growth factors—to fabricate functional organ structures.
These printed organs are already being used for disease modeling and drug testing, offering unprecedented accuracy in predicting how real organs respond to treatments.
“Previously, manual processes could take weeks. Now, automation allows us to focus on groundbreaking discoveries rather than repetitive tasks,” explained Shamsa, who is currently developing a 3D-printed kidney prototype.
The centre is already spearheading several high-impact research initiatives.
One key focus is neurodegenerative diseases, with scientists exploring stem cell-based therapies for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
Another project delves into gastric stem cell biology, examining how stem cells contribute to tissue regeneration and disease development in the stomach.
Additionally, the centre is laying the foundation for a national cord blood banking initiative, which will collect, process, and store stem cells from umbilical cord blood for future therapeutic use.
“This repository will be a vital resource for clinical trials and personalized medicine,” Dr. Beiram added.
The facility’s advancements align with the UAE’s broader vision to become a global leader in medical innovation, ensuring that Emirati researchers remain at the cutting edge of life-saving scientific breakthroughs.
With its world-class infrastructure and ambitious research agenda, the centre is set to make transformative contributions to both medical science and patient care in the years to come.
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