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Memorandum of understanding offers CMU-Q students the opportunity to gain experience in healthcare-related technologies Doha, Qatar, 16 July 2019: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, and Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote scientific collaboration and research in line with Qatar’s national research priorities.
The MoU formalizes an already close partnership. Sidra Medicine has hired more than 40 CMU-Q graduates over the past four years to pursue careers in research, technology, business operations and laboratory medicine. The women’s and children’s healthcare organization, is one of the few in the world with an innovation-based approach to providing patient and family centered care, which makes it a particularly good fit for CMU-Q graduates.
Michael Trick, dean of CMU-Q, said: “Sidra Medicine is an organization that values both scientific rigor and innovative thinking. Graduates from each of CMU-Q’s four main programs of study are now working at Sidra Medicine, helping to shape how technological tools can improve patient care. We look forward to many more years of cooperation.”
Dr. Robert Crone, Acting CEO of Sidra Medicine said: “We are delighted to partner with Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. The agreement provides a unique opportunity for CMU-Q students and alumni to gain real-world exposure to cutting edge areas in healthcare and medical research. Sidra Medicine is embarking on an important journey towards precision medicine. Our partnership will also provide the students’ access to thought leaders and innovators within Sidra Medicine, who play an integral role in enhancing our mission to provide world-class patient care as well as to build Qatar’s scientific expertise and resources.”
CMU-Q and Sidra Medicine scientists and researchers will also share expertise in the fields of biological sciences, business administration, computational biology, computer science, and information systems.
Through this collaboration, both parties will seek to promote research and raise health awareness through specialized conferences, seminars and workshops.
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About Sidra Medicine
Sidra Medicine provides specialized healthcare to women, children, and young people from Qatar and around the world.
Established by Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, Sidra Medicine embraces best practice medical education, innovative biomedical and clinical research and discovery, and exceptional patient and family focused care.
Sidra Medicine provides comprehensive specialist healthcare services for children and young people, as well as maternity and gynecology care for women. Some of its unique children’s specialist services include Cardiology, Neurology, Urology and Plastics & Craniofacial Reconstruction. It is also currently the only specialist center in the country that treats and cares for pregnant women with fetal complications.
The ultramodern healthcare organization is a testament to Qatar’s pioneering spirit and sustained commitment to its human and social development.
To access Sidra Medicine services, and learn more about our contribution to global healthcare, education and research, please visit www.sidra.org.
About Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar
For more than a century, Carnegie Mellon University has challenged the curious and passionate to imagine and deliver work that matters. A private, top-ranked and global university, Carnegie Mellon sets its own course with programs that inspire creativity and collaboration.
In 2004, Carnegie Mellon and Qatar Foundation began a partnership to deliver select programs that will contribute to the long-term development of Qatar. Today, Carnegie Mellon Qatar offers undergraduate programs in biological sciences, business administration, computational biology, computer science, and information systems. Nearly 400 students from 38 countries call Carnegie Mellon Qatar home.
Graduates from CMU-Q are highly sought-after. Most choose careers in top organizations in Qatar and around the world, and many have pursued graduate studies. With 12 graduating classes, the total number of alumni is nearly 850.
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