The KAUST China Alumni Chapter donated anti-pandemic materials, including 2,000 face masks and two Health Guard Robots, to KAUST during the COVID-19 crisis. The donation also included technical advice from alumni. The Hangzhou Association for Science and Technology (HAST) supported the donation of masks. Why it matters: This contribution highlights the strong connection between KAUST and its international alumni network, showcasing their commitment to supporting the university during challenging times.
Baker Hughes has donated JewelSuite™ reservoir modeling software to KAUST to enhance teaching, learning, and research. The software simplifies modeling and streamlines the building of accurate 3-D reservoir models. It will enable students and faculty to gain a clearer picture of the subsurface and predict oil or gas deposits. Why it matters: This donation will help KAUST train future leaders in the petroleum engineering industry and advance research in reservoir modeling.
Students from the KAUST School volunteered to assemble gift boxes for families in Thuwal as part of the "Sharing is Caring" campaign. The activity was organized to celebrate Eid. Why it matters: This highlights community engagement by a leading STEM university in Saudi Arabia.
KAUST Saudi Initiatives organized a back-to-school campaign in August and September 2016. The campaign provided school supplies to students in Thuwal and Qadimah. KAUST volunteers assembled the school supply kits on the university's campus. Why it matters: Such initiatives strengthen KAUST's ties with local communities and support education.
KAUST provided school supplies to students in the villages of Thuwal and Qadimah. This was part of the KAUST Sixth Annual Back to School Campaign held in September. The supplies were given to students in University's neighboring villages. Why it matters: This demonstrates KAUST's commitment to supporting education and community development in its surrounding areas.
KAUST Professor Marc Genton has received the Royal Statistical Society’s (RSS) 2023 Barnett Award for his contributions to environmental statistics. Genton's work includes the development of ExaGeoStat, a high-performance software for geostatistics, and the use of spectral methods to emulate climate model outputs. His research includes a five-year study on wind energy potential in Saudi Arabia, informing the Kingdom’s national wind energy strategy. Why it matters: This award recognizes impactful environmental statistics research at KAUST with implications for Saudi Arabia's renewable energy sector and beyond.
The KAUST community held the opening night of its 2016 Enrichment in the Fall program. The event's theme was "Food for All." Photos from the event were taken by Meres Weche. Why it matters: This community event highlights KAUST's engagement with broader social themes, though the AI relevance is low.
KAUST held a "Run for a Cure" charity race on October 28 for breast cancer research, with over 425 participants from KAUST and partner organizations. A KAUST Ph.D. student discussed her research on non-invasive early cancer detection using plasma blood samples. The event included 10K, 5K, and 3K runs through KAUST, aligning with Vision 2030's goal of increasing public participation in sports. Why it matters: This event highlights KAUST's commitment to healthcare research, community engagement, and supporting national goals for health and sustainability.