Sharjah Women’s Sports has announced the opening of submissions for research papers for the new edition of the International Sports Science Conference “Excel”, scheduled to take place on 7 February 2026 at Al Razi Hall, University of Sharjah. The conference will be held as part of the accompanying events of the 8th Arab Women Sports Tournament.
“Excel” is an international scientific platform dedicated to bridging academic research and practical application in women’s sports. It brings together leading academics, researchers, and experts in medicine and sports science, alongside coaches, referees, and professionals committed to advancing women’s sports performance at the Arab and international levels.
The 2026 edition of the conference will focus on the theme “Integrating Movement into Education”, presenting a contemporary scientific approach that supports holistic health and quality of life, while contributing to more effective and sustainable educational models rooted in knowledge and evidence-based practice.
Maryam Al Shehhi, Physiologist at the Scientific Center for Research and Sports Performance Development at Sharjah Women’s Sports, said:
“Excel Conference is built on a firm scientific belief that movement is fundamental to holistic health and balanced development, not a secondary element in women’s lives. The focus on integrating movement into education reflects a research-driven and practical direction that contributes to improving physical, mental, and social quality of life, while opening the door to more impactful and sustainable educational and sports practices.”
The call for research papers comes as part of Sharjah Women’s Sports’ commitment to supporting specialized scientific research and strengthening its role within the wider ecosystem of women’s sports development. This approach aims to build applicable scientific knowledge, enhance training pathways, and support the transition from participation to higher levels of professionalism.
The second edition of “Excel” builds on the success of its inaugural edition, hosted in Sharjah in 2024 alongside the 7th Arab Women Sports Tournament under the theme “Women’s Sports in Sharjah: From Participation to Professionalism.” The first edition witnessed wide participation from experts, academics, and researchers in medicine and sports science, in addition to a strong presence of athletes, coaches, referees, and women’s sports professionals from the UAE and beyond.
The inaugural edition helped establish the conference as a specialized scientific platform that addressed key topics related to female athletes’ health, sports performance science, and sports medicine. It also presented insights and recommendations that supported greater integration between health, scientific, and field-based approaches in the development of women’s sports.
In this context, Sharjah Women’s Sports invites researchers, academics, and professionals in medicine and sports science to take part in the second edition of the “Excel” Conference by submitting their scientific papers.
For conference details, participation requirements, registration, and research paper submissions:
https://excel.sws.gov.ae/
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Jan 8, 2026
