Dr. Sumaya Obaid Almansoori

Dr. Sumaya Almansoori is the Head of the Human Genomics Section at Dubai Police’s Genome Center, where she leads the advancement and application of genomic technologies in forensic science and research. She holds a PhD in Genetics from Imperial College London and is an Assistant Professor of Human Genetics at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), a Visiting Researcher at Imperial College London, and an Honorary Research Fellow at Brunel University London. Her expertise spans forensic genomics, inherited genetic disorders, and precision medicine, with a particular focus on translating genomic research into practical applications. She has played a leading role in advancing genomic investigations into sudden unexpected death in the UAE population, contributing to the understanding of inherited cardiac risks and opportunities for early detection and prevention. Through international research collaborations and scientific initiatives, Dr. Almansoori continue