KARACHI: The Russian House in Pakistan awarded Professor Dr Saima Saleem the Woman of the Year 2024.
She is associated with the Dr A. Q. Khan Institute of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering of the University of Karachi, and the Secretary of the Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World—Pakistan National Chapter.
The Russian Centre for Science and Culture, also known as Friendship House, is established by the Russian government to promote cultural exchange and collaboration between Russia and Pakistan.
The Woman of the Year accolade underscores Professor Dr Saima Saleem's exceptional contributions to the field of biological sciences and her unwavering commitment to empowering women in STEM.
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Earlier, Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) is very much concerned about a Polio case reported from Dera Bugti district of Balochistan.
This marks the first polio case reported in the country in 2024. It highlights the urgent need for enhanced vaccination efforts and increased public awareness.
