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KAUST's Discovery Week featured a gala and awards ceremony. Professor Gilles Lubineau opened the proceedings at the 2017 WEP Final Gala. A Javanese shadow puppet performance of the “Ramayana Epic” was also part of the event. Why it matters: Showcases KAUST's commitment to cultural exchange alongside its research activities.
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KAUST's Spring Seed Fund Gala recognized three winning teams from its spring funding round. The winning projects include "I3-Waste CO2 to Commercial Products," "ONCOGENOMICS - Highly Accurate Test for Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer," and "ZAD - Microbes to improve agriculture under drought, heat and salinity." The Seed Fund aims to empower faculty, researchers, and students to turn their ideas into successful businesses, providing the Kingdom with innovative startups and jobs. Why it matters: This KAUST Seed Fund supports promising research with commercial potential, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia.
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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.
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KAUST is hosting a Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) featuring several events. These include a farmers market from January 14-16, an exploration of Asir landscapes and art with lectures and exhibitions from January 19-21, and a final gala on January 21. Why it matters: These events promote community engagement, cultural exchange, and awareness of Saudi heritage and sustainable practices at KAUST.
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Ten KAUST faculty members were promoted at a gala dinner ceremony on May 8, recognizing their accomplishments. KAUST President Jean-Lou Chameau honored the faculty, including Mohamed Eddaoudi, a leader in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and Marc Genton, focused on spatio-temporal data analysis. Eddaoudi's work includes innovations in battery-electrode separators, while Genton's research spans environmental science and renewable energies. Why it matters: Recognizing and promoting faculty talent at KAUST can help further boost the university's reputation as a leading destination for research and innovation in science and technology within the region.
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Dominique Sciamma, Managing Director at Strate School of Design in France, gave a presentation at KAUST during Enrichment in the Fall of 2017. The title of the presentation was "From Descartes to Morin." The event was held at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology. Why it matters: While the event is dated, KAUST's ongoing enrichment programs contribute to fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge exchange in Saudi Arabia.
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KAUST's Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) 2015 features keynotes by international experts and award winners. Week 2 events include Caltech's Anthony Readhead discussing radio astronomy and Saudi Arabia's potential role, and an exhibition of Tingatinga art from East Africa. Other events cover urban science, polar expeditions, and a multimedia performance called BELLA GAIA. Why it matters: WEP promotes scientific engagement and cultural exchange within KAUST and highlights opportunities for Saudi Arabia in global research fields like radio astronomy.
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KAUST researchers demonstrated a new flash memory device design using gallium oxide, which can withstand harsh environments. In collaboration with the University of Michigan, KAUST researchers explained a key molecular event for the activation of an enzyme associated with cancer. The Summer 2023 issue of KAUST Discovery is now available. Why it matters: These research achievements highlight KAUST's contributions to advanced materials science and biomedical research, with potential applications in space technology and cancer treatment.