Birthplace: Jordan
Rana Dajani is a prominent Jordanian molecular biologist and professor known for her expertise in genetics, stem cell research, and genome-wide association studies on diabetes and cancer. Her work has led to the development of stem cell research ethics laws in Jordan. Dajani is a strong advocate for the compatibility of biological evolution theory and Islam, as well as for women’s education and empowerment. She has received numerous prestigious awards, including Fulbright and Eisenhower Fellowships, and is the founder of the NGO “We Love Reading,” focusing on promoting a love of reading among children in the Arab world.
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