The
Al-Ahssa area in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia is known for its
prevalence of inherited hematological
diseases such as Sickle cell anemia and thalassemia's.
These disorders impact the
socio-economical status of the population and impose a tremendous burden on the
health institutes in the area.
College of Medicine at King Faisal
University is making significant
progress in understanding the pathophysiology of hemoglobinopathies and a number of novel
research projects have been initiated.
However, in order to establish
multidisciplinary approach, extramural funds are vital to broaden the scope of
research and strengthen ties between King Faisal University and the community.
The
establishment of
Center of Excellence for Research in Hematological Diseases, has
brought King Faisal University one step closer to achieve its vision.
King Faisal University is the major
higher education institute in the Al-Ahssa area and is committed to serving the
local community.
Statement of Purpose
•King Faisal University is one of the
major educational institutes in the Eastern Province.
•We are actively striving to participate in the creation of new knowledge
that will energize and uplift the economy of the region and contribute toward
the achievement of the objectives of the Kingdom’s 2030 Vision plan for
development.
•The university is embarking on a new era
of opportunities in research and
challenges to the establishment of an innovative research center that will
accelerate a broad spectrum of research activities.
•In turn this will support the development
of innovative and more effective therapies for the diseases prevalent in the
Eastern Province, including hematological and genetic diseases which poses a
tremendous burden on health and economy of the area.
