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WHX Labs Dubai

AMR Leaders’ Summit

Theme: Policy. Technology. Solutions. Tackling AMR Leaders’ Summit

12–13 February 2026

The AMR Summit is a flagship launch within WHX Labs Dubai 2026, spotlighting the global health threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Designed to convene a multidisciplinary alliance of scientists, clinicians, policymakers, and innovators, the summit bridges the gap between research and implementation. The program will feature pioneering diagnostics, policy frameworks, and technology-driven solutions, empowering attendees to drive real-world impact. From global surveillance to sustainable innovation, this summit places AMR at the forefront of healthcare transformation in the region and beyond.

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Implementing national AMR action plans: gaps and opportunities in the region
Surveillance systems and genomics in AMR tracking
Diagnostics as a frontline defense: rapid testing and POCT integration
Antibiotic stewardship models in hospital and community settings
One Health approach: environmental and veterinary intersections
Policy innovations and funding models for sustainable AMR combat
Technology transfer and local manufacturing for AMR solutions
Patient safety, infection control, and AMR outcomes

First GCC-based AMR launch inside a global-scale diagnostics platform ensuring both technical depth and policy reach.
Bridges policy, technology, and clinical implementation not siloed in science-only or policy-only spaces.
Global + Regional focus: Content shaped by international AMR leaders but grounded in GCC and MENA realities.
Embedded in WHX Labs’ scale-20,000+ attendees across tracks; AMR Summit leverages this visibility while maintaining its own identity.
Outcome-driven: Aims for policy commitments, funding pledges, and cross-sector partnerships, not just presentations.

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Attendee profile

Clinical Specialists

Infectious Disease Physicians

Clinical Microbiologists

AMR Diagnostics Specialists

Research & Academia

Principal Investigators in AMR research

Microbiology Researchers

Epidemiologists studying resistance patterns

Translational Research Leaders

Industry & Innovation

Executives in Pharmaceutical Development

Founders and CEOs of Biotech Companies

Innovators in Diagnostic Platforms

Investors in Health Technology

Policy & Implementation

Directors of Regulatory Affairs

Healthcare Policy Advisors focused on AMR

Members of Ethics Committees addressing AMR challenges

Leaders in Patient Advocacy

Leadership & Executive

Chief Medical Officers (CMOs)

Chief Scientific Officers (CSOs)

Directors of Research & Development (R&D)

CEOs of Hospitals and Health Systems

Programme Directors for AMR initiatives

Scientific chairs

Chair

Dr. Wael Elamin

Medical Director, Environmental Sciences, M42

Co-chair

Prof. Abiola Senok

Chair of Basic Medical Sciences and Professor, Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, MBRU

Co-chair

Dr. Kavita Diddi

President, Emirates Society of Clinical Microbiology (ESCM)

Co-chair

Dr Seema Oommen

Section Head, Microbiology and Infectious Molecular, Burjeel Medical city | coLAB, Burjeel Holdings

Tackling AMR together

Join the movement, innovation & solution against AMR

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WHX Labs Dubai

Dubai World Trade Centre, United Arab Emirates

Opening times

Tuesday, 10 Feb, 2026

Wednesday, 11 Feb, 2026

Thursday, 12 Feb, 2026

Friday, 13 Feb, 2026

2027 in Dubai Exhibition Centre

Monday, 25 Jan, 2027

Tuesday, 26 Jan, 2027

Wednesday, 27 Jan, 2027

Thursday, 28 Jan, 2027

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