Sheikh Mohammed Celebrates 2025's Great Arab Minds

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, recognized six distinguished winners of the Great Arab Minds 2025 awards at the Museum of the Future in Dubai.

The Great Arab Minds project serves as the most extensive Arab platform aimed at acknowledging outstanding Arab contributions. It emphasizes achievements that propel science, knowledge, innovation, culture, and humanity, while promoting Arab talent on both regional and global fronts.

Sheikh Mohammed articulated that the initiative aims to foster both established and aspiring Arab thinkers, invest in their potential, and celebrate excellence in research, innovation, technology, medicine, economic development, culture, and architecture. He highlighted the objective of fostering pride in Arab achievements and cultivating an environment for continued advancement.

“Today, we celebrate Great Arab Minds whose efforts contribute to the advancement of civilization and community development,” Sheikh Mohammed stated. “From the Museum of the Future, we reaffirm our commitment to Arab talent dedicated to innovation, creativity, and excellence.”

Great Arab Minds 2025 Winners

Sheikh Mohammed extended congratulations to the six winners and encouraged them to keep inspiring future generations:

• Engineering and Technology: Professor Abbas El Gamal

• Medicine: Dr. Nabil Seidah

• Economics: Professor Badi Hani

• Natural Sciences: Professor Majed Chergui

• Architecture and Design: Dr. Suad Amiry

• Literature and Arts: Professor Charbel Dagher

He expressed assurance in the ability of Arab talent to spearhead advancements in research, knowledge generation, and cultural initiatives, bolstered by powerful institutions and ambitious youth across the region.

Looking Ahead

Sheikh Mohammed indicated that the Great Arab Minds initiative will persist in shining a light on individuals who aspire to the future with hope and pursue limitless ambitions.

The ceremony was attended by notable UAE leaders including Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, alongside ministers, officials, scientists, academics, and diplomats.

Support from Leadership

His Excellency Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chair of the initiative’s Higher Committee, remarked that Great Arab Minds constitutes a strategic investment in the intellectual and scientific advancement of the Arab world. He noted that this initiative embodies Sheikh Mohammed’s vision to instill confidence in Arab capabilities and promote active engagement in shaping the future.

“This initiative sends a compelling message to countless young Arabs to seek excellence in research, creativity, and knowledge,” Al Gergawi stated.

Category Highlights

• Medicine: Dr. Nabil Seidah acknowledged for his impact on cardiovascular health and cholesterol studies.

• Economics: Professor Badi Hani recognized for his innovative work in econometric studies.

• Engineering and Technology: Professor Abbas El Gamal celebrated for significant strides in network information theory.

• Natural Sciences: Professor Majed Chergui recognized for work on light-matter interactions.

• Architecture and Design: Dr. Suad Amiry lauded for her efforts in preserving Palestinian architectural heritage.

• Literature and Arts: Professor Charbel Dagher honored for his contributions to Arab visual arts.

Voices of Achievement

The award recipients expressed their pride, viewing this recognition as a significant affirmation of their contributions, motivating them to further enrich science, culture, and knowledge within the Arab realm.

Selection Insights

Winners were selected by six specialized committees consisting of prominent ministers, scholars, scientists, and global experts. A distinct Nominations Committee initially reviewed and narrowed down the candidates.

Commonly referred to as the “Arab Nobel,” the Great Arab Minds initiative continues to enhance its role as a pivotal platform applauding Arab talent and encouraging future contributions to global knowledge and advancement.