Ajman University’s “Reaching for the Stars" Series

Tuesday, Oct 31, 2023
Type of Activity: Workshop
Organizer office: Counseling Unit

On October 31, the Counseling Unit organized “Reaching for the Stars” series which highlighted the 1962 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine awarded to James Watson, Francis Crick, and Maurice Wilkins. The session was moderated by Dr. Gabriel Andrade, Assistant Professor, College of Medicine at Ajman University.

 Watson and Crick's revolutionary revelation of the molecular structure of DNA unraveled a fundamental biological mystery, shedding light on the mechanism of information transfer in living organisms. The specific base pairing facilitates flawless heredity replication, while the ordered bases form the blueprint for amino acid sequences in a protein.

 The event showcased notable speakers, including were Dr. Senthil Kumar Rajasekaran, Acting Dean of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Khalifa University; Dr. Solomon Senok, Dean of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences at Ajman University; and Dr. Rasha Abuelgasim Babiker, Assistant Professor of Physiology at RAK Medical and Health Sciences University.

The Counseling Unit is dedicated to providing students with enriching experiences. This event aimed to foster a dynamic learning environment, encouraging students to explore diverse topics, engage with influential speakers, and broaden their perspectives.