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Wael M.S. Osman

Assistant Professor

20172026

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Dr. Wael Mohammed Osman holds a medical degree from the University of Khartoum, Sudan, and a PhD in Molecular Genetics from the Graduate School of Medicine, University of Tokyo, Japan; the home of the Biobank Japan Project, and a major collaborator on the Human Genome Project. Additionally, he holds an MSc degree in International Public Health from Liverpool John Moores University, UK, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Research from Harvard Medical School, USA. Using association analyses and genome sequencing, he examines the genetics of metabolic traits (type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease). Furthermore, he studies the genetic and metabolic factors involved in the development of diabetic kidney disease (DKD) and its complications. The goal of his research is to develop better prevention and treatment strategies for DKD. Additionally, he is exploring methods for combining traditional clinical data and medical diagnostics with modern big data analysis in order to improve the accuracy of his strategies. His current research involves the identification of genetic and metabolomic markers that can be used to detect 1) gestational diabetes mellitus and predict pregnancy outcomes, and 2) obesity, particularly among adolescents.

Additionally, Dr. Osman is also a collaborator with several major hospitals in Abu Dhabi, as well as a collaborator with various international groups assessing the burden of diseases in different populations and regions.

For the year 2023, Dr. Osman was awarded the Khalifa University Faculty Teaching Excellence Award for the College of Medicine and Health Sciences.

In addition, Dr. Osman is faculty of SEHA-Khalifa University's Clinical Research Training program, which trains residents and fellows in clinical research skills in Abu Dhabi. 

He is a member of the Khalifa University Research Ethics Committee, the American Society of Human Genetics, and the International Association for Health Professions Education. 

Research interests

Genetics, Genetic Epidemiology,  Complex Traits, Obesity, Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  1. SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
    SDG 2 Zero Hunger
  2. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
  3. SDG 4 - Quality Education
    SDG 4 Quality Education
  4. SDG 5 - Gender Equality
    SDG 5 Gender Equality
  5. SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation
    SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation
  6. SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
    SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  7. SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities
    SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
  8. SDG 13 - Climate Action
    SDG 13 Climate Action
  9. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
  10. SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
    SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals

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