Fakulti Farmasi | Faculty of Pharmacy, UKM

 Menerajui Farmasi Untuk Kesihatan | Advancing Pharmacy For Health

HPS 11853-2

Call for Abstracts: HALAL PHARMACEUTICAL SYMPOSIUM 2024

a)    Conference Name, Date, Venue

Conference Name: Halal Pharmaceutical Symposium

Date: 3 October 2024

Venue: Le Meridien Hotel, Putrajaya

b)    Deadlines

Abstract Deadline

15 September 2024

Abstract Acceptance Notification

23 September 2024

c)   Conference Introduction 

The global pharmaceutical industry is witnessing a paradigm shift with the rising demand for Halal-certified products. In an era where inclusivity and innovation are paramount, the Halal pharmaceutical industry stands at the forefront of healthcare excellence. The Halal pharmaceutical industry is a beacon of innovation and inclusivity, merging the principles of faith with the pursuit of healthcare excellence. 

It is with great pleasure to announce that the upcoming symposium is a collaborative effort between Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (IDEA and Faculty of Pharmacy) and Duopharma Sdn Bhd. This partnership symbolizes a shared vision to advance the Halal pharmaceutical sector through cutting-edge research, ethical practices, and a commitment to serving diverse communities. The symposium will provide a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, share insights, and forge pathways towards a more inclusive and innovative healthcare landscape.

The upcoming symposium themed “Bridging Halal to Health: Fostering Inclusivity, Innovation, and Healthcare Excellence,” is a testament to our commitment to integrating ethical practices with scientific advancements. This event will serve as a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange among players in the field. Together, we will explore how Halal principles can enhance patient care, promote diversity in healthcare solutions, and drive forward the industry towards a more inclusive and innovative future. Moreover, this symposium aims to bring together industry experts, researchers, and stakeholders to explore the advancements, challenges, and opportunities in the Halal pharmaceutical sector.

Call for Abstracts: 

We invite researchers, academics, and professionals to submit abstracts for posters that address innovative products, practices, regulatory frameworks, and market strategies in the Halal industry. Abstracts should highlight original research or case studies that contribute to the understanding and growth of Halal industry with the broader community.  The topics of interest encompass, among others:

Health Supplements:

  1. Food Safety & Quality
  2. Halal Food Innovation
  3. Nutrition & Health
  4. Herbal medicine

Halal Pharmaceuticals

  1. Halal Cosmetics & Pharmaceuticals
  2. Halal pharmaceutical materials (e.g. excipients etc.)
  3. Halal vaccines/biologics (e.g. stem cells, blood products, etc.)
  4. Advanced Technologies

Halal Services

  1. Halal Science & Authentication
  2. Halal Logistics & Management
  3. Halal Policy
  4. Consumer Trends & Preferences
  5. Halal Pharmapreneur
  6. Halal compliance in AI-driven healthcare solutions

Please submit your abstracts by 15 September 2024, following the guidelines provided on our website. Selected abstracts will be notified by 23 September 2024 and will be presented at the conference scheduled for 3 October 2024.

Participants are welcomed to submit abstracts in any of these topics for poster presentation. The best poster prize will also be named. Send your abstract: https://submit.confbay.com/conf/hps2024 

We look forward to your contributions that will enrich the discourse at our conference. For more information and submission details, please visit our website or contact us at:

hps2024scientific@gmail.com

Download HPS 2024 Abstract Template

 

TIME

PROGRAMME

8.30 AM

REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST

Arrival of Delegates, Guests and VIPs

8.45 AM

Welcoming Note

Doa Recital

Welcoming Speech:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mazlina Mohd Said
Chairperson of Halal Pharmaceutical Symposium 2024

9.00 AM

HALAL PHARMACEUTICALS: ACADEMIC-INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS FOR DEEPER CONSUMER INSIGHTS

Speaker
Dr Adliah Mhd Ali
Senior Lecturer, Quality of Medication Management, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.

9.30 AM

THE IMPACT OF HALAL PHARMACEUTICALS ON INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE

Speaker
Brigadier General Professor (Honorary) Dato’ Dr A Halim Hj Basari
Chief of Management, MAF HQ – Health Services Division.

10.15 AM

OFFICIAL LAUNCHING CEREMONY

10.45 AM

PANEL DISCUSSION: ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE IN THE AGE OF INNOVATION – HARMONIZING INNOVATION & INCLUSIVITY

Step into the forefront of healthcare innovation, where groundbreaking discoveries redefine the boundaries of medical possibility. Yet, in this era of boundless advancement, one vital principle shines through: the imperative to ensure that every individual, regardless of their beliefs or background, has access to cutting-edge healthcare solutions. One crucial aspect often overlooked is the significance of halal pharmaceuticals. Let’s explore the domains of innovative technologies and forward-thinking approaches, emphasising the revolutionary potential of guaranteeing that medications comply with halal regulations.

Panelists:

  • YBhg. Prof. Dr. Jamia Azdina Jamal, Director of IDEA Center, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
  • Pn. Yusriana Mohd Yusoff, Assistant General Manager, Sectoral Development Department, Halal Development Corporation Berhad
  • Tuan Haji Amrahi Buang, President, Malaysian Pharmacists Society
  • Leonard Ariff Abdul Shatar, Group Managing Director, Duopharma Biotech Berhad
  • Prof Dato Dr GP Doraisamy, Honorary Secretary General, World Humanitarian Drive (Malaysia Chapter)



Moderator:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shahida binti Shahimi
Center for Sustainable and Inclusive Development Studies, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

12.30 PM

Poster Viewing & Judging

1.00 PM

Networking Lunch

Solat Zohor

2.15 PM

NAVIGATING HALAL INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES: INSIGHTS, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL

Speaker:
Tomas Guerrero
Director, Halal Trade & Marketing Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

3.00 PM

SCIENTIFIC ADVANCEMENTS AND ISLAMIC PRINCIPLES: ETHICAL PERSPECTIVES

Speaker:
Dr Johari Ab Latiff
Senior Assistant Director, International Halal Authority Board, Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM)

3.30 PM

RESEARCH COLLOQUIUM

Research presentations on the advancement and insights in the field of halal pharmaceuticals.

  1. Prof. Ir. Dr. Yus Aniza Yusof, Deputy Director of Halal Products Research Institute, Universiti Putra Malaysia
    Title: Compression Properties of Halal Pharmaceutical and Alternative Ingredients
  2. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mashitoh Yaacob, Deputy Dean (Research & Innovation)
    Pusat Pengajian Citra Universiti, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
    Title: Market Dynamics and Consumer Preferences for Halal-Certified Vaccines: An Emerging Trend in the Pharmaceutical Industry
  3. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gong Tao Ding, Biomedical Research Center,
    Northwest Minzu University
    Title: Preparation of Yak Hair Keratin/Carboxymethyl Chitosan-based Halal Hydrogel and Its Effect on Repairing Skin Damage in Mice

4:30 PM

Closing remarks

Wan Amir-Jeffery Wan Abdul Majid
Chief Executive Officer – Commercial, Duopharma Biotech Berhad

5.00 PM

Awards Giving Ceremony

Refreshment

End of Symposium