In celebration of Arab Health's 50th anniversary, five Emirati students will embark on a 10-day journey to the US, culminating in an immersive week at NASA's Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama. These students will be awarded a special scholarship named after Apollo 15 astronaut Al Worden.
A Unique Scholarship Opportunity:
Arab Health partners with the Apollo 15 astronaut's scholarship for space and science enthusiasts.
The Al Worden Endeavour Scholarship gives young students passionate about space and science a chance to explore hands-on learning. This initiative is part of a partnership between Arab Health and the Astronaut Al Worden Endeavour Scholarship, allowing students to gain valuable experience while exploring health sciences and space exploration.
A Powerful Partnership:
The scholarship bridges healthcare and space exploration for UAE’s future.
Sally Thompson, Group Event Director at Informa Markets, emphasized the alignment of the scholarship with the UAE's ambitions in both healthcare and space exploration. This partnership aims to inspire future innovations by connecting these two vital fields.
The Space Camp Experience:
Students gain astronaut training and mentorship.
The winners will spend time in Washington, D.C., exploring aviation and aerospace industries, followed by a week-long training at NASA’s Space Camp. At the Advanced Space Academy, they will experience astronaut simulations, engineering challenges, and team-building activities, receiving mentorship from figures like Apollo 16 astronaut Charlie Duke and NASA Shuttle Pilot Mike Bloomfield.
Scholarship Contest and Winners:
Emirati students compete for a space scholarship with a video submission.
To apply, students aged 16-18 submitted videos focusing on the intersection of health sciences and space exploration. The winners will be announced on January 29 during the Endeavour Scholarship Award Ceremony at Arab Health 2025.
Future Health Summit and More:
Arab Health 2025 to feature key healthcare events.
In addition to the scholarship, Arab Health 2025 will feature prominent events like the Future Health Summit, the World of Wellness conference, and the Healthcare ESG Forum. The event is supported by entities like the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention and the Dubai Health Authority.
