"The New Era of Longevity: Innovation for the Middle East"

February 2-3, 2026
Join leading longevity scientists, medical experts, and international stakeholders for an immersive, interdisciplinary GCLS Semester Symposium - the follow-up to the region’s first dedicated longevity event and its astounding success - focused on advancing longevity science, education, and preventative health in the Middle East. By bringing together global pioneers and regional leaders in Dubai, this event cements its position as the premier platform for shaping the future of longevity. This landmark event will take place on Feb 2-3, 2026 at the Dubai Knowledge Park Conference Centre Auditorium. 
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Our Agenda: The New Era of Longevity

Longevity Science and Biomarkers

Clinical Longevity
Practice

Investments & Longevity Industry

Education, Policy and Regulatory


For each of the topics highlighted below, the GCLS Symposium introduces an innovative panel format that brings unmatched energy and depth to the stage: expert flash talks of 10 minutes each, followed by a 25-minute, high-impact panel discussion.


Monday, February 2nd 2026

08:30 - 09:00
Attendee Registration & Credential Pickup
09:00 - 9:15
Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address
Fireside Chat - Powered by The DSP Leadership Network
09:15 - 09:35
From Science to Standards: Governing the Future of Longevity Care
Dr. Khulood Alsayegh, DHA
09:35 - 10:05
Keynote Address
Prof. Shahrukh Hashmi, DOH
10:05 - 11:15
Decoding Aging: Next-Gen Biomarkers for Preventive Care
Dr. Vanessa Emslie, Dr. Andrea Gartenbach, Maria Antonela Axinte, Malek Bishawi
11:15 - 13:00
- Networking Mixer & Lunch - 

13:00 - 14:00
The Longevity Prescription: Lifestyle as Medicine
Ahmed Baraka, Dr. Rahat Ghazanfar, Prof. Teresa Arora, Silvena Rowe
14:00 - 15:00
Can We Reverse Aging? Emerging Evidence from Regenerative Science
Dr. Maisa Ribeiro,  Dr. Olga Donica, Prof. Karim Nayernia,  Dr. Shaikha Almazrouei
15:00 - 16:00
Ageless Aesthetics: Where Beauty Meets Longevity Science
Dr. Dean Berman, Prof. Majid Warkiani, Dr. Wissam Adada, Dr. Elie Abirached
16:00 - 17:00
Blueprint for Healthspan: Building the Modern Longevity Clinic
Dr. Andrea Pagani, Paulina Mercader, Prof. Ao-Lin Hsu, Prof. Nosheen Khan
17:00 - 17:30
GCLS Graduation Ceremony
17:30 - 19:30
- Networking Dinner -

Tuesday, February 3rd 2026

08:30 - 09:00
Attendee Registration & Credential Pickup
09:00 - 9:10
Welcome Address

9:10 - 09:40
Keynote Address
Prof. Gordan Lauc
9:40 - 10:40
Longevity as an Industry: Building the Next Trillion-Dollar Market
Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi‏, Dr Mishkat Shehata, Dr. Natasha Vita-more, Charles von Abercron
Fireside Chat - Powered by The DSP Leadership Network
10:40 - 11:10
Scaling the Longevity Economy: From Innovation to Market Adoption
Mohamed Nasser, Dr. Mohaymen Abdelghany
11:10 - 12:10
Longevity Investments: Where Science Meets Strategy
Max Gottschalk, Rams Kanouni, Nicholas A. Gnan, Dr. Jaffer Khan
12:10 - 14:00
- Lunch -
14:00 - 15:00
AI and Longevity: Data as the New Doctor?
Philippe Gerwil, Prof. Mohamed Baraka, Prof. Fatme Al Anouti, Dr. Saba Habibollah
Panel - Powered by The DSP Leadership Network
15:00 - 16:00
Teaching the Future: Educating the Longevity Generation
Prof. Edward Kunonga, Prof. Luiza Spiru, Dr. Rasha Bayoumi, Dr. Rasha Msallam
16:00
End of Conference / Final Thoughts
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Dubai Knowledge Park Conference Center

The GCLS Semester Symposium will take place at the centrally located Dubai Knowledge Park auditorium.

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Bringing Together Local and International Longevity Experts

Our Speakers

Dr. Gordan Lauc
Chief Scientifc Officer
GlycanAge
Dr. Shahrukh K. Hashmi
Director of Research Development
Department of Health Abu Dhabi
Dr. Khulood Alsayegh
Head of Clinical Standards and Guidelines
Dubai Health Authority (DHA) 
Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi
Senior Vice President
Dubai Science Park, Dubai Knowledge Park & Dubai International Academic City
Maria Antonela Axinte
Founder and Genetic Counselor
DNA Longevity
Dr. Dominik Thor
President
Geneva College of Longevity Science
Dr. Vanessa Emslie
Chief Functional Medicine Officer
Willbe
Dr. Andrea Gartenbach
Longevity Physician 
 Art of Longevity by Axmann Gartenbach
Dr. Luiza Spiru
Professor of Geriatrics
Carol Davila University of Medicine 

Dr. Mishkat Shehata
Vice President & Founding Member
Emirates Lifestyle Medicine and Longevity Medicine Society
Silvena Rowe
Biohacking Chef & Health Coach
THE DOSE BY SILVENA
Dr. Rahat Ghazanfar
Clinical Director and Longevity Physician
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
Dr. Teresa Arora
Head of Department
Zayed University
Dr. Fatme Al Anouti
Assistant Dean of Research and Outreach
Zayed University
Ahmed Baraka
Head of Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
The Aeon Clinic
Dr. Shaikha Almazrouei
Head
UAE Stem Cell Group
Dr. Maisa Ribeiro
Regenerative Medicine Specialist
Bioscience Institute
Dr. Rams Kanouni
CEO
Pharos Multi Family Office
Dr. Olga Donica
Longevity Innovation Director
CLINIQUE LA PRAIRIE
Prof. Dr. Karim Nayernia
CEO and Founder P7MEDICINE
Co-Director of European Center for Personalized Medicine
Dr. Dean Berman
Global Vice President Medical
Alma Lasers
Dr.  Majid Warkiani
Professor
University of Technology Sydney
Dr. Wissam Adada
CEO and Founder
Proto Medical Group
Dr. Elie Abirached
Founder
Limitless Human me
Dr. Andrea Pagani
Resident Researcher 
University Hospital of Regensburg
Paulina Mercader
CEO GCC Region
The Longevity Suite
Dr Jaffer Khan
Founder & CEO
The AEON Clinic
Dr. Ao-Lin Hsu
Adjunct Associate Professor
University of Michigan Medical School
Nosheen Khan 
Visiting Professor
Xidian University
Dr. Natasha Vita-More
Founder
Longevity, AI, Futures
Charles von Abercron
Founder
Abercron Media
Max Gottschalk
Partner
Longevity Fund by Clinique La Prairie
Nicholas A. Gnan
Co-Founder
1024 Ventures
Dr. Philippe Gerwill
Founder & CEO
PGEA Ltd 
Dr. Saba Habibollah
Director Clinical Operations
The Aeon Clinic
Dr. Edward Kunonga
Director of Public Health
NEOM
About the GCSL Semester Symposiums

The Premier Events in Longevity Education

The GCLS Semester Symposium series serves as a platform to explore and discuss breakthroughs in longevity science and preventative medicine. With presentations from global experts, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities, the symposium encourages collaborative discussions to redefine approaches in healthcare, aging, and longevity. The GCLS Semester Symposium events are free for GCLS faculty and students as well as select external guests.
Cutting-Edge Research
Presentations from world-renowned researchers on the latest findings in aging biology, genetic longevity interventions, and clinical strategies.
Clinical Insights
Sessions tailored for medical professionals will focus on the latest longevity medicine approaches and clinical insights to managing aging and age-related diseases.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with peers and leaders in longevity science, gain insights from real-world case studies, and forge partnerships to advance shared goals.
Academic Education and CME 
Learn about opportunities in academic longevity education and Continuing Medical Education designed to enhance your medical practice and expertise in longevity.

Previous Editions of the GCLS Semester Symposium:

Dubai February 13-14, 2025
"Shaping the Future of Health and Longevity in the Middle East"

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China September 17/18 2025
"Strategies for Healthy Aging: East Meets West"

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