Ajman University Showcases Faculty and Student Research at the 13th GCC Pharmacy Congress

Dubai, UAE – 30 October 2026: Ajman University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences participated in the 13th GCC Pharmacy Congress, held from October 30 to November 1, 2026, in Dubai. The congress brought together pharmacy professionals, researchers, academics, and healthcare leaders to exchange knowledge and explore emerging developments in pharmacy practice and patient care.

Representing the College, Dr. Sawsan Shanableh presented a research poster titled “Assessment of Pharmacovigilance at National and Hospital Levels in the United Arab Emirates Using the Indicator-Based Assessment Tool". The study focused on evaluating pharmacovigilance systems in the UAE, highlighting the importance of strengthening medication safety monitoring and adverse drug reaction reporting at both national and hospital levels.

Ahmed Emad, a Master of Science in Clinical Pharmacy student, also presented a research poster titled “Bridging Experiential Learning Gaps: Integrating Team-Based Learning into a Pharmacy Management APPE Rotation". Under supervision of Dr Subish Palaian. His work explored the integration of team-based learning into Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience rotations, highlighting an innovative educational approach to enhancing experiential learning, student engagement, teamwork, and the development of pharmacy management competencies.

Commenting on the participation, Prof. Abeer AlGhananeem, Dean of the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, stated:

“We are proud to see our faculty members and students sharing their research and engaging with the wider pharmacy community. Their participation reflects our commitment to fostering research excellence and innovative approaches to pharmacy education. By supporting opportunities that connect academic knowledge with professional practice, we aim to prepare future pharmacists who can make meaningful contributions to healthcare and patient safety.”

The congress provided a valuable platform for both participants to share their research, engage in meaningful discussions with healthcare professionals, exchange ideas, and gain new perspectives on developments in pharmacy practice and education.

Their participation reflects Ajman University’s commitment to advancing research, supporting innovative teaching and learning approaches, and encouraging faculty and student involvement in scientific and professional activities at regional and international levels.