KAUST Professor of Electrical Engineering Boon S. Ooi has been elected as a Fellow of the U.S. National Academy of Inventors (NAI). This honor recognizes Ooi's contributions to semiconductor photonics, optical sensors, and particularly his work on fiber sensors for oil & gas and agriculture. Ooi's inventions are relevant to communications, health, energy and agriculture. Why it matters: This recognition highlights KAUST's and the region's increasing contributions to impactful research and innovation in areas like optical sensing and semiconductor photonics.
KAUST Professor of Electrical Engineering, Boon Ooi, has been elected as a Fellow of the Optical Society of America (OSA). Ooi is a professor in the Computer, Electrical and Mathematical Sciences and Engineering Division at KAUST. The fellowship recognizes his contributions to the field of optical engineering. Why it matters: This recognition highlights KAUST's growing prominence in optics and photonics research and boosts its reputation as a leading STEM institution in the Middle East.
KAUST Professor Boon S. Ooi has been named an IEEE Fellow for his contributions to broadband light emitters and visible light communications. Ooi's work in semiconductor photonics has led to the establishment of successful startups. He is among the first to propose energy-efficient lighting and ultra-high-speed visible light communication using semiconductor lasers. Why it matters: Recognition of KAUST faculty demonstrates the institution's growing prominence in advanced technology research and its impact on global innovation.
KAUST Professor Husam N. Alshareef has been elected as a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). Alshareef, principal investigator of the KAUST Functional Nanomaterials & Devices Laboratory, was selected for his prolific innovation and tangible impact on quality of life, economic development, and welfare of society. Alshareef has authored nearly 520 publications and holds 80 issued patents, with his research focusing on nanoscale materials for electronics and energy applications. Why it matters: This recognition highlights KAUST's contribution to innovation and its researchers' impact on critical technology areas, enhancing the university's international standing and supporting Saudi Arabia's technology leadership goals.
Jean-Marie Basset, KAUST professor and director of the Catalysis Center, has been named a fellow of the U.S. National Academy of Inventors. Basset is a distinguished professor of chemical science at KAUST. Why it matters: This recognition highlights the quality of research and faculty at KAUST.