The Magdi Yacoub Institute

11/03/2026

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09/03/2026

On Thursday 5 March our Chair of Friends of the Magdi Yacoub Insititute Dana Widad Shami-Karaket gave an inspirational welcoming address to over 4000 people gathered at the Royal Albert Hall for a Night with the Legends. There was a remarkable atmosphere in the hall — a sense of warmth, generosity and shared purpose that everyone present will carry for a long time. It was a beautiful moment to reflect on the extraordinary journey that has brought us together, and on the shared commitment of so many people who continue to support the work of the Institute. We are deeply grateful to Widad and the Friends of the MYI for making the night possible. Dana Shami

03/12/2025

To celebrate the 90th birthday of Professor Sir Madgi Yacoub, an informal celebration took place at Harefield Hospital. where friends and colleagues came together to share stories and show their appreciation to Prof for all his tireless work and dedication to humanity. It was a very special evening.

16/11/2025

On behalf of Maria, our CEO, and the entire team at the Magdi Yacoub Institute, we are honored to wish our visionary founder, Professor Magdi Yacoub, a very Happy Birthday! 🎂

From Aswan to Qatar, to London, it’s been a privilege to work alongside you for nearly two decades. Your journey has inspired and transformed lives, leaving a legacy of hope, scientific advancement, and humanitarian impact that continues to grow and inspire worldwide.

At 90 years young, you remain a beacon of innovation and compassion. Your unwavering faith in the power of research and discovery has shaped not only our Institute but the global landscape of cardiovascular medicine. The Institute you founded, dedicated to cutting-edge research and advancing life-saving science, is a living testament to your vision and dedication.

You are not just our founder – you are our role model, our professor of life, and the embodiment of living with a purpose larger than oneself. The lessons you’ve shared with all of us, in both life and in research, will continue to guide us in our mission to advance medical knowledge and improve lives.

We are forever grateful for the unforgettable mark you’ve made in our lives—and in the lives of millions around the world. Your impact is immeasurable, and your legacy is timeless. ❤❤❤

11/11/2025

https://youtu.be/aOifcmpFDRM

The Magdi Yacoub Institute is very proud to show our brand new video explaining all the amazing work that our researchers do and why now your support is more vital than ever.

The Institute started as the Harefield Transplant Trust in 1980 to fund and support the innovative transplant programme at Harefield Hospital. The Transplan...

27/10/2025

It is with a heavy heart that sadly long time supporter and friends of the charity, Sybil Stockwell recently passed away from pancreatic cancer.

She was a wonderful mum, nan, sister, friend and much more. She will be missed by her family and friends and everyone the Magdi Yacoub Institute.

Sybil was a passionate supporter of the Institute, raising money for the charity for decades, knitting chicks with her sister Zena, making cards, and any other craft she could think of to help us continue our work in life changing heart research.

Her family are kindly continuing Sybil's work and have set up a page in her memory.

Thank you Sybil for everything you did, you will be greatly missed Sybil.

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22/07/2025

Register now or !

Join us on the 17th - 19th September 25 at the Royal Society, London for cutting-edge science and latest research in heart valve biology & tissue engineering.

Registration closes 1st September, don’t miss out!

register at: www.hvbte.org

28/04/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday to our wonderful CEO, Maria Rogers, who celebrated her birthday on Saturday! 🎉

We celebrate the incredible leadership, passion, and positivity Maria brings to the Magdi Yacoub Institute every single day.

Through her inspiring guidance and unwavering commitment, Maria has helped drive our mission forward — advancing heart research, supporting innovation, and nurturing a future filled with hope.

Thank you, Maria!

23/04/2025

What a week in Cairo! 🌍🫀
We’re feeling proud and inspired after an incredible time at the HVS 2025 Annual Meeting.

Professor Yacoub shared insights on the clinical translation of tissue-engineered valve models, with data straight from our Heart Science Centre in Harefield.

Dr Najma Latif spoke insightfully during her lecture about the complex biology at the heart of tissue-engineered valves.

It’s a privilege to be part of such an inspiring international community working to transform the future of heart valve care.

21/02/2025

Here are some more photos from an unforgettable evening spent at the Royal Academy of Arts - An Evening with Professor Sir Magdi Yacoub and Professor Jim Al-Khalili - In Memory of Lord Gowrie.

Our exclusive Works for the Heart auction remains live until tomorrow at 10am. Click the link our bio to place your bids and support groundbreaking cardiac research. https://uk.givergy.com/MYIWorksfortheHeart/?controller=home



📸 Fetherstonhaugh Photography, Hubert Cecil

© The Magdi Yacoub Institute

21/02/2025

Last Thursday, the Magdi Yacoub Institute hosted An Evening with Professor Sir Magdi Yacoub and Professor Jim Al-Khalili – In Memory of Lord Gowrie at the Royal Academy of Arts. We were privileged to welcome our Patron, HRH Prince Michael of Kent, GVCO, alongside an esteemed gathering of guests.

The evening featured moving speeches from Antony Gormley, Henry Wyndham, and Heathcote Ruthven, culminating in a captivating interview with Professor Sir Magdi Yacoub, conducted by Professor Jim Al-Khalili.

Our exclusive Works for the Heart auction remains live until 22nd February at 10am. Click the link in our bio to place your bids and support groundbreaking cardiac research. https://uk.givergy.com/MYIWorksfortheHeart/?controller=home



📸 Hubert Cecil

© The Magdi Yacoub Institute