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KAUST at Falling Walls in Berlin

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KAUST Ph.D. student Hanan Mohammed and postdoctoral fellow Yizhou Zhang presented their research at the Falling Walls Conference in Berlin. Zhang presented a novel MXene-hydrogel composite with biosensing applications, while Mohammed discussed 3D data storage architectures to reduce data center energy consumption. They were selected after winning the KAUST Falling Walls Lab in September. Why it matters: Showcasing KAUST researchers' work on an international stage highlights the university's contributions to materials science and sustainable computing.

Breaking the Wall to Berlin: KAUST's Falling Walls Lab 2014

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KAUST hosted the Falling Walls Lab, featuring 22 finalists presenting their product or venture ideas. The winner, Aftab Hussain, presented a reusable, flexible, and smartphone-controlled smart thermal patch for chronic pain, intended as an alternative to existing solutions. The event served as a qualifier for the international Falling Walls Lab Finale in Berlin. Why it matters: Showcases KAUST's focus on innovation and provides a platform for students to develop solutions addressing global challenges, fostering entrepreneurship in the region.