The First Disability Research Forum

The Disability Research Forum, organized by the King Salman Center for Disability Research, showcases scientific progress, fosters researcher collaboration, and promotes innovation to enhance the lives of persons with disabilities.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 – Riyadh
King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences
University City – Grand Hall – Conference Center – Riyadh

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About the Disability Research Forum

Key Topics

The forum highlights cutting-edge research, explores key challenges, and promotes collaboration to advance solutions for persons with disabilities.

Latest Trends in Disability Research

Exploring new scientific developments and approaches.

Technological Innovations in the Field of Disability

Highlighting assistive tech and AI for empowerment.

Challenges in Disability Research

Addressing obstacles in research and funding.

Collaboration Between Researchers and Institutions

Promoting partnerships and knowledge sharing.

Target Audience

A forum dedicated to scientists, researchers, and professionals committed to advancing the science of disability.

Excellencies and Ministers

Founders and partners

Researchers specializing in disability and members of research and innovation groups

Experts in healthcare and rehabilitation

Representatives of governmental and non-governmental organizations focused on disability

Postgraduate students

Forum Agenda

Discover the scientific session details and key speakers participating in the forum.

09:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Welcoming Reception & Registration

10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

Booth Tour & Poster Exhibition

10:45 AM – 11:15 AM

Royal Anthem, Center Introductory Video, and Speech by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees and University President

11:15 AM – 12:45 PM

First Panel Discussion titled

Research Trends in the Field of Disability

HRH Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz

HE Dr. Majid Ibrahim Alfayyadh

HE Prof. Bandar bin Abdulmohsen Al Knawy

Prof. Steven Laureys

Prof. Jackie Yi-Ru Ying

12:45 PM – 01:00 PM

The press conference announcing the 7th International Disability and Rehabilitation Conference – Inaugurations – Group photo

01:00 PM – 01:30 PM

Break

01:30 PM – 03:00 PM

Second Panel Discussion titled

Audacity in Overcoming Challenges: From Disability to Leadership

Prof. Majid Abdullah Alfadhel

Prof. David Cella

Prof. Swathi Kiran

Prof. Salman Ahmad Aljarallah

03:00 PM – 04:00 PM

Open Discussion – Forum Conclusion

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Forum Speakers

A select group of experts and researchers share their experiences and knowledge in the field of disability through inspiring sessions and scientific discussions.

Special Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of King Salman Nonprofit Foundation, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the King Salman Center for Disability Research

HRH Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz

Advisor at the Royal Court, CEO of King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre.

H.E Dr. Majid Al Fayyadh

President of King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Chief Executive Officer of Health Affairs at the National Guard

H.E. Dr. Bandar bin Abdulmohsen Al-Knawy

Research Director at the Belgian National Fund for Scientific Research

Prof. Steven LAUREYS

Executive Director of Research and Innovation at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre

Prof. Jackie Yi-Ru Ying

Professor and Chair in Medical Social Sciences at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, specializing in patient reported outcomes and quality of life measurement

Prof. David Cella

Professor of Speech-Language Pathology at Boston University and Director of the Center for Brain Recovery

Prof. Swathi Kiran

Chairman of Genetics and Precision Medicine department at King Abdulaziz Medical City

Prof. Majid bin Abdullah Al-Fadhel

Consultant Neurologist, Neuroimmunological Disorders and Multiple Sclerosis at King Khalid University Hospital

Dr. Salman bin Ahmed Al-Jarallah

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Venue of the Forum:

King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences
University City – Grand Hall – Conference Center – Riyadh

Date & Time:

Wednesday, October 8, 2025
From 09:00 AM To: 04:00 PM

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Useful Links

KSCDR Official Website

King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences

Journal of Disability Research

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