KAUST alumnus Kareem Khalil, who graduated in 2012 with a master's in mechanical engineering, is now a senior engineer at the Yanbu National Petrochemical Company (Yansab), a SABIC affiliate. Khalil credits KAUST's strong reputation for giving him an edge over colleagues. He advises students to fully enjoy KAUST's environment and research opportunities. Why it matters: This highlights KAUST's role in supplying skilled professionals to key industries in Saudi Arabia, particularly in the petrochemical sector, and its importance in Saudi Arabia's economic diversification.
Muhammed Sameed, a KAUST alumnus with a master's degree in material science and engineering, is working as a research scientist at CERN. He specializes in creating and studying antimatter particles as part of CERN's ALPHA experiment, with publications in Nature. Sameed advises students to be fearless and create new paths to maximize opportunities. Why it matters: This highlights KAUST's role in training scientists who contribute to cutting-edge international research, potentially inspiring further collaboration between KAUST and CERN.
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Faris Almalik, an MBZUAI alumnus, discusses his journey from mechanical engineering to becoming a senior data scientist at the Department of Government Enablement – TAMM in Abu Dhabi. Almalik emphasizes his passion for continuous learning and knowledge sharing, which has driven his career across defense, education, finance, and government sectors. He published his first paper on adversarial attacks on medical imaging at MICCAI during his time at MBZUAI. Why it matters: This highlights the success of MBZUAI in producing impactful AI professionals who contribute to both research and practical applications in key sectors within the UAE.
Maram Al-Malki, a KAUST alumna (M.S. '17) in chemistry from the Clean Combustion Research Center, is now pursuing a Ph.D. at KAUST's Advanced Membranes & Porous Materials Center. Her Ph.D. focuses on developing energy consumption strategies for intelligent use of energy sources. Al-Malki advises current students to learn from mistakes and connect with diverse peers. Why it matters: This highlights KAUST's role in fostering local talent and research in sustainable energy solutions, contributing to Saudi Arabia's vision for a diversified and sustainable economy.