The College of Medicine and Health Sciences at Arabian Gulf University (AGU) organised "Physiology Week 2025: A Celebration of the Science of Life" attended by faculty members, students, and health sciences enthusiasts. The event aimed to introduce the university community, including students, researchers, and interested stakeholders, to the vital role of physiology in public health, highlighting the importance of physiological research in medicine and showcasing its contributions to human well-being. The event was accredited for 2 Continuing Medical Education (CME) hours by the National Health Regulatory Authority of Bahrain

In his opening remarks, Dr Yahya Mohammed Najib, Associate Professor, Head of the Physiology Department, and Head of the Animal Facility and Care Unit, discussed the integral connection between physiology and all branches of basic and clinical medicine. He noted that the Nobel Prize's designation as the "Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine" underscores the fundamental role this science plays in advancing human health.

The event agenda featured a series of scientific lectures delivered by several specialists in the field. Professor Rima Abdul Razzaq, Dean of Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, delivered a lecture titled "The Key to Hunger: Unlocking the Secrets of Appetite Control" reviewing the latest concepts related to regulating hunger and satiety. Associate Professor Tarik Al Shaibani presented a lecture on "The Physiological Effects of Climate Change" discussing the impact of climate shifts on human health and vital functions.

Dr Yahya Mohamed Naguib, Professor of Clinical Physiology and Department Head, presented "Beyond Longevity: The Physiology of Staying Younger" delving into biological mechanisms that slow aging and promote health. Dr Mohammad Alqudah, Associate Professor, spoke on "The Physiology of the Love Hormone in the Digestive System" exploring oxytocin's role in gastrointestinal functions. The event concluded with Dr Rai Khalid Farooq’s lecture "Behavioural Neuroscience: From Rodents to Humans" which reviewed key research developments linking behaviour to the nervous system.