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On November 16\u201317, 2025, at the 1st Emirates Pharmacy Society Conference: \u201cAdvancing Pharmacy, Leading Tomorrow,\u201d held in Dubai, UAE, fifth-year students from the College of Pharmacy \u2014 Dania Abaji, Tasneem Zarzour, Rim Jabr, and Enana Al-Fakih \u2014 under the supervision of Dr. Rana Sammour, achieved Second Place in the student research competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their project, titled \u201cMediCycle: AI-Driven Solutions for Sustainable Pharmaceutical Waste Management,\u201d was recognized for its innovative use of AI technology and smart systems to promote environmental sustainability and responsible medication disposal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative was commended for its potential real-world application, with possible collaborations under discussion with Beeah and other sustainability partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, two other students from the College of Pharmacy at Dubai Medical University<\/strong>, Ms. Marwa Hadi<\/strong> and Ms. Jumana Al-Ansari<\/strong>, showcased their innovative research project titled \u201cPharmaTwinX: The Novel Dual Digital Twin AI Model for Precision Medicine Pharmacotherapy\u201d<\/em> at the First Emirates Pharmacy Society Conference<\/strong>. The project was presented under the supervision of Dr. Ahmad El Ouweini<\/strong>, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the College of Pharmacy at Dubai Medical University.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PharmaTwinX introduces a pioneering dual digital-twin AI model<\/strong> that virtually pairs a \u201cPatient Twin\u201d and a \u201cDrug Twin\u201d to simulate and predict individualized drug responses prior to therapy initiation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The research objective<\/strong> is to develop a proof-of-concept AI platform capable of predicting individualized drug efficacy, safety, and formulation stability by virtually pairing drug and patient models prior to therapy initiation.<\/em> This innovative approach aims to reduce adverse drug reactions and optimize personalized therapy outcomes through AI-driven simulation and predictive modeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking ahead, the research team plans to advance the model\u2019s capabilities by integrating wearable sensors, paediatric and geriatric modules, and reinforcement-learning-based dose optimization.<\/em> These future directions aim to enhance real-world applicability and pave the way for AI-assisted, pharmacist-led precision pharmacotherapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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