Yasmeen Najm: From KGSP pioneer to NEOM innovator

Summary

KAUST alumna Yasmeen Najm, a graduate of the KAUST Gifted Student Program (KGSP), is now a Strategic Partnerships and Engagement innovator at NEOM. She credits her interdisciplinary background and the opportunities provided by KGSP for her success. Najm was also a keynote speaker at the KGSP Pre-Departure Orientation, where she shared her experiences with 107 high-achieving Saudi STEM graduates. Why it matters: This highlights the impact of KAUST's KGSP in developing Saudi talent and contributing to the Kingdom's innovation goals, particularly in megaprojects like NEOM.