Oscar Becerril Lio, a KAUST alumnus who graduated in 2011 with a master's degree in applied mathematics specializing in operations research, is now an operations manager in Mexico. He leverages his KAUST experience in industrial engineering, construction, operations research, optimization, and logistics. Lio advises current KAUST students to learn from the diverse community and take advantage of travel opportunities. Why it matters: This alumni profile showcases KAUST's role in developing professionals who contribute to diverse industries and geographies, highlighting the university's global impact.
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.
Mo Li, an assistant professor of bioscience, is featured in a faculty focus article by KAUST. The article appears on the university's Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Division page. Why it matters: This highlights KAUST's ongoing efforts to showcase faculty expertise and research areas within the university.
Prof. Karl Leo has been appointed as the Director of KAUST's Solar and Photovoltaics Engineering Research Center (SPERC). He joins KAUST from Technische Universität in Dresden, bringing expertise in organic semiconductors and photovoltaics. His research aims to improve the efficiency and lifetime of organic solar cells, with a goal of reaching 20% efficiency. Why it matters: This appointment strengthens KAUST's solar energy research program and aligns with Saudi Arabia's focus on renewable energy technologies.
KAUST Professor Takashi Gojobori has been elected as a Fellow of the International Society for Computational Biology (ISCB). ISCB is a scholarly society for computational biology and bioinformatics. Gojobori's research interests include comparative genomics and gene expression of neural cells, as well as the marine metagenomics of microorganisms. Why it matters: The recognition highlights KAUST's contributions to computational biology and bioinformatics and strengthens its position as a research hub in the region.