Dr. Jumaa Khalifa Ayoub, Dean of the Faculty of Medical Technology at Nalut University, participated in the activities of the second medical conference of the Faculty of Medical Technology in Derna, held at the Pearl Hotel in the city of Derna from September 8 to 11, 2025.
Dr. Ayoub presented a scientific paper in the form of a poster titled
"Childhood Obesity and Risk of Dental Caries in Libya: Comparative Findings from the Nafusa Mountains and Green Mountain Regions".
The paper discusses the relationship between childhood obesity and the risk of dental caries in Libya, with a comparison between the Nafusa Mountains and the Green Mountain regions.
Objectives and Themes of the Conference
The conference aims to enhance cooperation and exchange experiences among academics and researchers in the fields of medicine and biomedical science. Its sessions have focused on keeping up with modern technological developments, supporting scientific research, and reviewing practical challenges and innovative solutions.
The main objectives of the conference included the following:
• Exchange of experiences: Providing an opportunity for researchers, practitioners, and academics to share knowledge and scientific experiences.
• Keeping up with developments: A review of the latest technological advancements in medical and biomedical sciences.
• Enhancing cooperation: Strengthening scientific and technical relations between local and international institutions.
• Encouraging innovation: Creating opportunities for innovation and employing modern technologies such as artificial intelligence in scientific research and medical care.
The conference topics covered various subjects, including:
• Modern technologies: such as laboratory medicine, pharmaceutical technologies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Digital health: including e-health and telemedicine.
• Precision medicine: Its role in the development of personalized healthcare.
• Artificial Intelligence: Its Application in Medicine and Scientific Research.
• Public Health: The Latest Disease Prevention Strategies.
• Quality of Care: Quality Control in Medical Laboratories and Dental Technologies.
The conference witnessed participation from local, Arab, and international researchers, reflecting its importance and role in advancing medical technology in the region.