The University of Balamand (UOB) is proud to announce that Dr. Huda Huijer, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, was invited as a plenary speaker at the 15th Bi-annual International Symposium on Paediatric Pain (ISPP 2025), which took place from June 16 to 20, 2025, in Glasgow, Scotland.

This invitation is a recognition of Dr. Huijer’s global contributions to pediatric pain research and her long-standing dedication to improving pain management for children. Her presentation, titled “A Lifelong Journey – Overcoming Challenges in Pediatric Pain Research” highlighted her work across several countries including the United States, France, the Netherlands, Australia, and Lebanon.

Dr. Huijer’s talk explored her pioneering studies on pain in neonates, children with cancer, and cognitively impaired children. She also discussed the development of pain assessment tools, the impact of cultural factors on pain perception, and the importance of policy development for pain relief and palliative care, especially in low and middle income countries.

ISPP 2025 is a leading international and interdisciplinary conference focused on understanding, assessing, and managing pain in infants, children, and adolescents. It brings together researchers, clinicians, and professionals from fields such as nursing, medicine, psychology, physiotherapy, and public health. With over 600 participants from 43 different countries, the conference aimed to promote collaboration, share the latest research, and improve clinical practices in pediatric pain management worldwide.

This invitation reflects Dr. Huijer’s leadership in the field and highlights UOB’s role in advancing global research and education in pediatric health. ​