Wafaa M Rashed: Genomic Innovation for Economic Development
Wafaa M Rashed, Faculty Lecturer of pharmacy at Ahram Canadian University, shared a post on LinkedIn:
“New PAPERI Policy Brief Released!
We are pleased to announce the release of our latest PAPERI Policy Brief, co-authored by Dr.Wafaa M. Rashed and Mr. Mutaz Mohammed:
Title: Genomic Innovation for Economic Development: Policy Advocacy for Investment in Research.
This policy brief presents strategic recommendations for the African Union (AU) to prioritize investment in genomic research as a catalyst for economic growth, healthcare innovation, and sustainable development.
Key Highlights:
- Unlocking Africa’s genomic potential for healthcare and biotechnology industries.
- Strengthening precision medicine and agricultural resilience through genomics.
- Policy recommendations aligned with SDGs 3, 8, 9, and 17.
- Calls for public-private partnerships, data sovereignty, and research funding strategies.
Why This Matters:
Genomic research presents an unprecedented opportunity to position Africa as a leader in biotech innovation, ensuring healthier populations, economic resilience, and scientific advancement.
Read the full policy brief here.
Join the Conversation!
We invite the PAPERI community, policymakers, and researchers to engage in discussions and collaborate on driving genomic policy forward!”
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