He earned his Kandidat i Medicin from Syddansk Universitet in 1996, followed by becoming a Speciallæge i Gynækologi og Obstetrik at Københavns Universitet in 2005. He later pursued a Ph.D. degree, which he completed in 2018, integrating clinical work periods throughout his doctoral studies.

Teaching and Supervision:

• Supervises BSc and MSc projects, and co-supervises a Ph.D. project
• Responsible for Obstetrics in the Medicine program at Esbjerg, SDU

Publications:

• 50 publications in international scientific journals
• 20 publications in peer-reviewed conference proceedings

Ongoing Research:

• Focuses on important medical topics such as sepsis and meningitis in children, maternal and perinatal outcomes, labor induction in twin pregnancies, and maternal obesity as a risk factor for Group B Streptococcus colonization.

Principal Investigator in Notable Projects:

• NORACT project: A randomized trial on laparoscopic versus vaginal cerclage (2023)
• Orchid 1: A trial on the efficacy and safety of MC2-25 cream for vulvar lichen sclerosis (2023)
• Minervax GBS vaccine project: A Phase II randomized controlled trial (2022-2023)
• CONDISOX project: A trial on oxytocin stimulation in labor (2021)
• Elective caesarean section trial: Comparing outcomes at 38 weeks versus 39 weeks (2013)

Organizational and Administrative Roles:

• Clinical lecturer at Sygehus Lillebælt/Syddansk Universitet since 2009
• Examiner in Denmark since 2010
• Coordinating Clinical Lecturer at SDU in SLB-Kolding since 2012-2013
• Clinical lecturer with research responsibilities since 2019

Conferences:

• Attended and presented at numerous prestigious international congresses and conferences on fetal medicine, gynecology, obstetrics, perinatal medicine, and medical education.

Overall Assessment:

Dr. Khalil has an impressive educational background, extensive publication record, significant ongoing research projects, and considerable experience in teaching, supervision, and organizational roles. His involvement as a principal investigator in multiple high-profile research projects and his participation in international conferences underscore his active engagement and contributions to his field. These accomplishments and his ongoing work suggest a strong case for him being a suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award.