Dr. Rasha Msallam

Dr. Rasha Msallam is a pluri-disciplinary scientist, entrepreneur, and science communicator

whose career spans dentistry, biomedical research, and biotech consulting worldwide. She

began her journey as a dentist, establishing her own clinic in Syria before pursuing a PhD in

Immunology at Paris Descartes (Sorbonne-Cité). Her academic path led her to A*STAR

Singapore, where she worked on pioneering projects that explored the origins of the immune

system in human and lab models, mechanisms of allergic diseases in newborns, and precision

medicine strategies for cancer patients.

Beyond her scientific contributions, Dr. Msallam has played influential roles in fostering gender

equity in STEM. As an active member of Singapore Women in Science (SgWIS), she

organized impactful initiatives to support women researchers and co-led key discussions at the

Gender Summit 2018, amplifying the voices of women in biomedical research. She is also a

sought-after speaker, having delivered talks on research entrepreneurship and the future of

biotech at international conferences and academic institutions.

Now based in Dubai, Dr. Msallam is the founder of NextGen of Immunology (NGIg), a

consultancy dedicated to bridging the gap between academic research and market-driven

solutions in precision healthcare. Through NGIg, she advises scientists, clinicians, and startups

on translating complex scientific findings into scalable strategies. Passionate about cultivating

the next generation of innovators, she advocates for integrating entrepreneurship and science

education in schools, seeing Gen Z and younger as the architects of a healthier, more

informed future.

Committed to dismantling traditional research models, Dr. Msallam actively combats

misinformation, promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, and encourages young scientists to

think beyond conventional boundaries — from the lab bench to the biotech boardroom.