Dr. Said Ismail (PhD)
Qatar Genome Director
Qatar Foundation
Dr. Said Ismail is the director of the Qatar Genome programme (QGP), one of the major national programs in the region. QGP is a population-based initiative designed around on a comprehensive strategy involving drafting regulations and policies; forging local research partnerships; establishing national genomic data networks; building local human capacity; and facilitating the integration of genomics into the healthcare system. QGP sheds light on the genetic makeup of Qataris as well as over 400 million Arabs whose genomes have always been underrepresented in the scientific literature.
Dr Ismail, a Ph.D. graduate from the University of Oxford, has work experience extending into various fields including research, education and consultancy. His research experience is in the field of molecular biology and genetics with focus on cancer genetics and the screening and characterisation of disease related mutations in the Arab population. He also holds the positions of an adjunct professor at the Hamad Bin Khalifa University and Qatar University.
