Drawing inspiration from the Red Sea

Summary

KAUST collaborated with artist Martha Atienza on an exhibition for the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale to highlight the role of mangrove ecosystems. Atienza visited KAUST and Thuwal to explore the local fishing culture and gather materials for her installation. KAUST donated 40 mangrove seedlings to support Atienza's installation, which opened on February 19. Why it matters: This partnership demonstrates KAUST's commitment to sustainability and using art to raise awareness about environmental issues in the region.