Tanawwo’ sparks global collaboration in precision health and genomics

Doha, Qatar: Tanawwo , a new global network launched by the Qatar Precision Health Institute (QPHI), is aiming to change how we approach precision hea...

Doha, Qatar: Tanawwo’, a new global network launched by the Qatar Precision Health Institute (QPHI), is aiming to change how we approach precision health and genomics. The name “Tanawwo’” means “diversity” in Arabic, reflecting the initiative’s goal of bringing together people from around the world to work on genomics research.

Aiming to shape the future of personalised medicine and create long-lasting connections, the network was launched in December 2024 after a two-day workshop titled “Setting up Large-scale Programs to Empower Precision Health.” The workshop gathered participants from more than 17 countries to discuss ways to innovate biobanking and predictive genomics in public health.

For Qatar, an emerging leader in precision health, Tanawwo’ reflects its regional leadership in precision medicine and its commitment to creating real opportunities for global cooperation. Dima Darwish, Genomics Education Expert at QPHI, stated, “This workshop shows how different perspectives can come together for something bigger. Qatar is proud to lead in genomics, and we are excited to invite scientists and policymakers from around the world to join us on this journey.” 

QPHI’s Tanawwo’ ensures that the connections made during the workshop continue. Members of the network are provided with an effective platform to share resources, collaborate on research, and work on projects to solve global health challenges. Tanawwo’ is helping build a global community where people can share ideas and work together to solve real problems in health and genomics.

What sets this initiative apart is its focus on inclusion. The network brings together experts from different countries, fields, and sectors. This mix makes it easier to combine data, protect patient privacy, and turn research into real-world clinical solutions, helping advance global biobanking and genomics.