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MANARA / THE STEM CONNECTION
Where expertise meets possibility.
The right people can change what comes next.
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People with expertise
Share. Guide. Inspire.
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People seeking expertise
Ask. Explore. Evolve.
Relationships
Find your people
Learning
Exchange knowledge
Opportunities
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01 / About MANARASCIENCE · TECHNOLOGY · ENGINEERING · MATHEMATICS
About MANARA
MANARA
Building a resilient next generation of innovators in STEM.
MANARA is a strategic ecosystem guidance and intelligence platform helping students, researchers, scientists, healthcare professionals, and entrepreneurs navigate the UAE and GCC across academia, biotechnology, healthcare, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
We bridge the gap between talent and opportunity by making the regional ecosystem easier to understand, access, and navigate. Through curated insights, relevant events, opportunity alerts, and strategic guidance, MANARA helps individuals make informed decisions, identify pathways for growth, and turn their potential into meaningful contributions.
More than a platform, MANARA is a strategic safe net—connecting people with the knowledge, resources, and ecosystem connections they need to build their next chapter with confidence.
Because talent needs more than opportunity. It needs direction, access, and the right ecosystem to thrive.
MANARA / CONNECTIONS THAT MATTER
One connection. Many possibilities.
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Meaningful connections
Meet scientists, researchers and professionals in your field. Build your network across the UAE.
02 / Why become a MANARA member?CONNECTED BY CURIOSITY
Why become a MANARA member?
Wherever you are in your journey, a meaningful connection can open a new direction.
Grow your expertise
Discover training, workshops and opportunities to exchange knowledge.
Build your network
Connect with people and organisations across science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
03 / Events
Good things happen when we meet.
Conversations, conferences and experiences from across our community.
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A hybrid student symposium connecting research, environmental health and youth-led solutions. Main programme: 9:00–12:30.
Structured conversations for founders, technical builders and operators, followed by a legal Q&A on agreements, equity, IP and exits. 20 October, 09:00–11:00 Dubai time. Registration requires approval.
Panel discussions and workshops on gene therapy, immunotherapy, regenerative care, multiomics and nursing. 20–22 October, Booth 4B40, Hall 4, ADNEC. Registration and availability vary by session; some sessions are full and one workshop is paid.
A healthcare summit exploring sensing, AI and data for prediction and proactive intervention, bringing together health leaders, researchers and innovators.
An art and ceramics exhibition about home, belonging and renewal. Opening: 21 October, 17:00–21:00; exhibition daily 10:00–21:00.
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The second Dubai edition brings together aesthetic medicine and longevity science, with scientific sessions, workshops and professional networking.
04 / OpportunitiesTHE NEXT OPEN DOOR
Find your next possibility.
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MANARA MEMBERSHIP
Belong. Contribute. Grow.
Join the waiting list as an individual or an organisation. Our team reviews every application before inviting new members.
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Membership is planned as a paid programme. Approved contributions may earn points towards membership discounts. Fees, benefits and points rules will be shared before you commit.
05 / Our peopleTHE PEOPLE BEHIND THE LIGHT
A human network, built by humans.
The people lighting the way for scientists.
Rasha Msallam
Founder
Claudia Fuentes
Volunteer
Bilkis Amthaniwala
Volunteer
Nada Alwafai
Volunteer
06 / Let’s connectLET’S START A CONVERSATION
Your next chapter starts with a hello.
Tell us a little about yourself and how you would like to connect.
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