KAUST Professor Jeff Shamma has been elected as a fellow of the International Federation of Automatic Control (IFAC). IFAC is a multinational federation dedicated to the advancement of control engineering. Shamma is a professor of electrical and computer engineering at KAUST. Why it matters: This recognition highlights KAUST's contributions to the field of control engineering and the university's growing international reputation.
KAUST recently hosted the European Embedded Control Institute's International Graduate School on Control (IGSC). As part of the event, KAUST Professor Jeff Shamma gave a one-week course on "Game Theory and Distributed Control". The course had over 30 registered attendees, including participants from KAUST, KACST, King Saud University, and nine European universities. Why it matters: Hosting international events like IGSC enhances KAUST's global reputation, fosters collaboration opportunities, and exposes visiting researchers to KAUST's research environment.
KAUST hosted the "Human-Machine Networks and Intelligent Infrastructures" conference, co-organized by Prof. Jeff Shamma and Asst. Prof. Meriem Laleg. The conference explored the blend of engineered devices and human elements in large-scale systems like smart grids. Keynote speaker Dr. Pramod Khargonekar discussed cyber-physical-social systems and emerging trends. Why it matters: The conference highlights the growing importance of understanding the interplay between AI, infrastructure, and human behavior in the development of smart cities and intelligent systems in the region.
KAUST held its eighth Academic Convocation, featuring speakers including Ph.D. student Samah Mohamed and professor Jeff Shamma. Mohamed encouraged students to focus on developing skills and pursuing their passions at KAUST. Shamma noted KAUST's reputation for research excellence despite its young age. Why it matters: The event highlights KAUST's continued focus on graduate education and research impact within Saudi Arabia.
KAUST faculty members Husam Alshareef, Mario Lanza, and Atif Shamim have been named IEEE Fellows for 2024. They were recognized for work on nanoscale materials for devices, antenna-on-chip tech, and nanoelectronics metrology, respectively. These three are the only inductees from Saudi Arabia and among five from Arab nations. Why it matters: This recognition highlights KAUST's growing prominence as a hub for advanced research and innovation in the Middle East.