The International Abu Ali ibn Sino (Avicenna) Prize in the Field of Medicine has been established by the Decree of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan with the aim of recognizing the contribution of the great son of the Tajik people, Abu Ali ibn Sino, to healthcare and the development of medical science on the global stage.
Another initiative of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, to establish the International Abu Ali ibn Sino Prize in the Field of Medicine is an unprecedented step at the international level and an important milestone in the global study of the scientific heritage of this outstanding son of the Tajik people. This initiative will make a significant contribution to the development of medical science and the international healthcare system.
It should be especially noted that issues of health and hygiene occupied a central place in the scientific legacy of Abu Ali ibn Sino, while topics related to human health, the environment, and the prevention of infectious diseases were widely reflected in his scientific works. Thanks to his immortal heritage, ibn Sino remains a spiritual and intellectual companion of humanity to this day.
The scientific research, theories, and practical recommendations of Abu Ali ibn Sino continue to retain not only their scientific and practical significance, but also contribute to strengthening the health of the global community, especially in the field of preventing infectious diseases, which in recent years have caused serious concern for humanity. Moreover, many of his ideas have been confirmed using modern scientific methods.
At present, the State Medical University and one of the districts of the capital city, Dushanbe, bear his name in our country.
At the same time, every year on August 18 — the birthday of Abu Ali ibn Sino — the professional holiday of healthcare workers is celebrated in the country in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Tajikistan “On Holidays”.
The establishment of the International Abu Ali ibn Sino Prize in the Field of Medicine, as another initiative of the Leader of the Nation, is an important step in promoting Tajik medical science and perpetuating the memory of the outstanding sons of the Tajik people. This once again confirms that Shaykh al-Ra’is (“Master of the Wise”) Abu Ali ibn Sino, as the greatest Tajik philosopher, scientist, physician, and poet, made an outstanding contribution to the development of world civilization, and that his name has become priceless and immortal for all humanity.
The establishment of this Prize by the Decree of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan represents recognition of outstanding achievements in the field of medicine at the international level. The Decree also covers matters related to the establishment of the Prize, the development and approval of the relevant regulations, and the formation of its Fund.
This initiative is aimed at encouraging medical scientists not only within the country, but also internationally. It once again demonstrates the ancient traditions of Tajik medical science and makes a significant contribution to addressing existing challenges in healthcare and the international health protection system.
The Prize will be awarded to individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the development of international healthcare and global medical science.
It can be confidently stated that another initiative of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, will play an important role in addressing global healthcare issues and, like his other international-level initiatives, will receive the support of the international community.
