On Monday, May 29, 2023, NNUH inaugurated its Scientific Research Day under the patronage and presence of His Excellency Professor Dr. Rami Hamdallah, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of NNUH. The event took place at the Clinical Training Center within the hospital and included the honoring of its researchers who received awards for scientific research presented by the hospital.
The ceremony was attended by Professor Dr. Abdel Nasser Zaid, the President of An-Najah National University, Dr. Abdel Salam Al-Khayyat, the Vice President for Academic Affairs at An-Najah National University, Professor Dr. Ismail Warad, the Dean of the College of Research, Dr. Kamal Hajazi, the CEO of the hospital, Dr. Amin Thalji, the Executive President, and Professor Dr. Saeed Ziyoud, the Director of the Clinical Research Center at the hospital. Several department heads and managers from both the hospital and the university were also present.
Dr. Kamal Hajazi delivered a welcoming speech in which he highlighted the hospital's commitment to promoting scientific research and the establishment of various research awards, including awards for scientific publication in impact factor journals, research production, and citation awards.
Dr. Hajazi stated, "Today, we celebrate the fruitful efforts and remarkable achievements in the field of scientific research, which have made NNUH a leader in this field in Palestine and distinguished it at the regional level." He emphasized that medical scientific centers worldwide are based on three fundamental pillars: the quality of therapeutic services, academic excellence, and ongoing scientific research.
Dr. Hajazi spoke about the importance of scientific research in advancing education and healthcare services, as it helps develop diagnostic and therapeutic services, reducing the suffering of patients. He added, "Despite the slower pace of scientific development in Palestine compared to the number of educational and healthcare institutions in the country, NNUH has succeeded in achieving remarkable accomplishments in this field, thanks to the role of the hospital's research center and the expertise of its staff and An-Najah National University in promoting the culture of scientific research." He also emphasized the importance of collaboration between the hospital, the university, and researchers from around the world.
In his address, His Excellency Professor Dr. Rami Hamdallah expressed his joy at honoring the fellow researchers, whose dedication and hard work over the years have led to this recognition. He noted that scientific research has become critically important in terms of application, medical, and academic standards.
He added that he takes pride in the clinical research team, which has achieved significant research results locally and globally, supported by various specialties. He stressed the importance of connecting clinical research with clinical medical practice to provide high-quality healthcare.
The hospital management honored 40 researchers, including Professor Dr. Saeed Ziyoud, the Director of the Clinical Research Center, and presented them with awards for excellence, based on the organized list of research excellence and publication quality for the year 2022.
Additionally, during the Scientific Research Day, a poster exhibition was opened, showcasing the research of the awardees and the hospital's participation in scientific research related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
It's worth noting that NNUH will now celebrate this day annually as an occasion to honor the winners of research awards, encourage medical and supporting departments, and elevate the level of scientific research activities within the hospital.