Holger Pirk from Imperial College London is developing a novel approach to data management system composition called BOSS. The system uses a homoiconic representation of data and code and partial evaluation of queries by components, drawing inspiration from compiler-construction research. BOSS achieves a fully composable design that effectively combines different data models, hardware platforms, and processing engines, enabling features like GPU acceleration and generative data cleaning with minimal overhead. Why it matters: This research on composable database systems can broaden the applicability of data management techniques in the GCC region, enabling more flexible and efficient data processing for various applications.
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KAUST Professor Boon Ooi, Nobel laureate Shuji Nakamura from UCSB, and KACST researchers are collaborating on laser-based solid-state lighting (SSL) through a 2014 tripartite agreement. Their research focuses on SSL, which has the potential to be even more energy-efficient than existing LED lighting by using semiconductor lasers. Nakamura, who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2014 for developing blue LEDs, spoke at KAUST about the potential of SSL to improve energy efficiency further. Why it matters: This collaboration aims to advance energy-efficient lighting technologies, leveraging Nobel-winning expertise to develop solutions that could significantly reduce global energy consumption.
Professor Jeffrey Sachs of Columbia University gave a keynote at KAUST's Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) 2022 on "resilience." He emphasized the need to end greenhouse gas emissions by mid-century through decarbonizing the energy system. Sachs highlighted the importance of science and technology solutions, especially in adapting to climate change. Why it matters: The talk underscores the importance of KAUST's research initiatives, such as the Circular Carbon Initiative, in developing technologies for carbon capture and utilization, aligning with Saudi Arabia's net-zero targets.
KAUST hosted a Global IT Summit. The summit featured speakers like Khaled Biyari, group CEO at the Saudi Telecom Company. Interviews from the summit are available on KAUST's official YouTube channel. Why it matters: The summit likely served as a forum for discussing IT trends and developments relevant to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
KAUST alumnus William Bass (M.S. ’12, bioscience) worked for Saudi Aramco after graduating from the University. He worked in Aramco's Marine Protection Unit on infrastructure, research and biodiversity enhancement projects. In 2018, Bass left Aramco and is now running for U.S. Congress as an independent. Why it matters: This highlights KAUST's role in developing talent that contributes to both Saudi Arabia's industries and global leadership.
Dr. Eric Fossum, professor at Dartmouth and inventor of CMOS active pixel image sensors, spoke at KAUST's 2017 Enrichment in the Spring Program. The lecture focused on how to be a successful scientist-entrepreneur. He received a gift from the KAUST Enrichment Programs team. Why it matters: This highlights KAUST's efforts to engage with leading international experts to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among its researchers and students.
KAUST Discovery highlighted Prof. Karl Leo's insights on translating science into business from an Entrepreneurship Center speaker series. Prof. Leo, with 440 publications and 8 co-founded companies, emphasized the importance of curiosity-driven basic research. He envisions organic semiconductors dominating electronics in 20-30 years, noting the success of Novaled, his OLED company in Dresden. Why it matters: This underscores KAUST's focus on fostering entrepreneurship and translating research into practical applications within the Kingdom.