MICROBIOLOGY
FORUM 2026
Innovative Diagnostic Tools in Microbiology and Infectious Disease
09 - 10 November 2026
Crowne Plaza RDC Riyadh, KSA
OVERVIEW
Three objectives.
One impactful scientific gathering.
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To expand discussion on the basic and advanced knowledge of diagnostic tools for Microbiology
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To understand newly emerging pathogenic microorganisms, pathogenesis, laboratory diagnosis, and transmission
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To focus on laboratory improvement standards and accreditation process
This forum is for YOU.
Clinical Microbiologists & Virologists
Infectious Disease Specialists
Medical Laboratory Professionals
Pathologists and Lab Directors
Hospital Infection Control Teams
Healthcare Quality & Laboratory Accreditation Experts
Molecular Biology & Diagnostic Research Experts
Epidemiologists & Public Health Officers
Medical Technologists & Biomedical Scientists
Pharmacy & Clinical Pharmacology Professionals
KEY TOPICS
Expand your knowledge in these areas
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Precision & Molecular Diagnostics in Infectious Diseases
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Sepsis Detection, Management & Clinical Decision Support
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Antimicrobial Resistance & Stewardship
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Mycobacterial, Viral & Emerging Pathogen Diagnostics
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Microbiology Laboratory Innovation & Automation
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Outbreak Investigation & Public Health Microbiology
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Infections in High Risk & Immunocompromised Populations
FORUM LEADERSHIP
Meet the experts behind this year's scientific program
CHAIRPERSON
Dr. Sameera Aljohani
Consultant and Medical Director of Microbiology and Virology Lab, King Abdulaziz Medical City, MNGHA, Riyadh, KSA
CO-CHAIR
Dr. Nabeel Alzahran
Clinical Scientist, Microbiology and Virology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, KSA
SCIENTIFIC & ORGANIZING COMMITTEE MEMBER
Mr. Basam Alalwan
Microbiology Supervisor, King Abdul-Aziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh, KSA
SCIENTIFIC & ORGANIZING COMMITTEE MEMBER
Mr. Hamdan Al-Zahrani
Senior Microbiologist, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh, KSA
SCIENTIFIC & ORGANIZING COMMITTEE MEMBER
Mr. Amer Alhumaidan
Manager, Laboratory Education, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh, KSA
