KAUST and FEI (likely referring to FEI Company, now part of Thermo Fisher Scientific) have established a new Center of Excellence. The center will be located at the KAUST Research & Technology Park on the KAUST campus. Why it matters: This partnership enhances KAUST's research capabilities and fosters innovation in science and technology within Saudi Arabia.
KAUST and Thermo Fisher Scientific launched an Electron Microscopy Center of Excellence on May 9. The Center expands the existing partnership between KAUST and Thermo Fisher, focusing on instrument performance and R&D collaboration. It features the FEI Titan Themis Z scanning transmission electron microscope, the first installation globally. Why it matters: The center will provide advanced materials science research capabilities to KAUST researchers, industry partners, and Saudi Arabia, enhancing scientific discovery and technological advancement in the region.
KAUST and Leica Microsystems inaugurated a Center of Excellence (CoE) for Optical Microscopy on March 12. The partnership aims to drive the use and implementation of advanced imaging systems for life science and materials research. KAUST expects this collaboration to significantly contribute to developments in these areas, benefiting both the university and the Kingdom. Why it matters: This center will enhance KAUST's research capabilities and support Saudi Arabia's scientific development objectives in life sciences and materials research.
KAUST hosted the Electron Microscopy Frontiers conference from December 9-11, marking five years of electron microscopy activities at the university. The symposium featured over 20 speakers from international universities and research institutions. It aimed to foster scientific collaborations and showcase KAUST's growing role as a leading electron microscopy laboratory in the Middle East. Why it matters: The conference signals KAUST's ambition to become a hub for advanced microscopy research and collaboration in the region, potentially driving innovation in materials science and bioscience.
KAUST and Leica Microsystems have renewed their partnership for the KAUST-Leica Center of Excellence for Optical Microscopy. The partnership has supported studies such as 3D-printed microneedles and climate adaptation in date palms, utilizing Leica's LIGHTNING technology. The Center of Excellence also hosts joint technological forums and outreach activities to develop local and regional expertise. Why it matters: The renewal strengthens KAUST's research and education in optical microscopy, fostering collaboration within Saudi Arabia and the broader region to build advanced expertise in this field.