KAUST's Impact magazine highlights advancements in health, sustainability, and renewable energy. The third edition showcases research, education, and innovation translated to society, government, and industry. It covers health advances on pages 33 and 37, sustainability on page 20, and renewable energy on pages 17 and 18. Why it matters: The magazine demonstrates KAUST's role in fostering Saudi Arabia's innovation and research ecosystem through various engagements.
This paper introduces a deep learning framework for automated pain-level detection, designed for deployment in the UAE healthcare system. The system aims to assist in patient-centric pain management and diagnosis support, particularly relevant in situations with medical staff shortages. The research assesses the framework's performance using common approaches, indicating its potential for accurate pain level identification.
KAUST has released the sixth edition of its KAUST Impact magazine, highlighting research, education, and innovation achievements. This edition focuses on KAUST’s Core Labs, which consist of 12 facilities supporting research at KAUST and with collaborators throughout Saudi Arabia. The magazine is available in both English and Arabic. Why it matters: This publication showcases KAUST's role in advancing Saudi Vision 2030 and its contributions to research and development in the region.
This article discusses conscious investing and its potential in the Middle East, particularly in light of unprecedented market conditions. It argues that investments should align with values and aim for positive global impact, moving beyond solely maximizing shareholder value. Conscious investing can be as profitable as traditional investing while addressing social and environmental challenges. Why it matters: The piece advocates for integrating ethical considerations into investment strategies within the region, which could lead to more sustainable and socially responsible economic development.
This paper introduces the AI Pentad model, comprising humans/organizations, algorithms, data, computing, and energy, as a framework for AI regulation. It also presents the CHARME²D Model to link the AI Pentad with regulatory enablers like registration, monitoring, and enforcement. The paper assesses AI regulatory efforts in the EU, China, UAE, UK, and US using the CHARME²D model, highlighting strengths and weaknesses.
KAUST hosted the Innovation to Impact Roundtable, uniting academics and industry leaders from the US and Saudi Arabia. The event, co-organized by KACST and SMEA, aimed to foster collaboration between private, academic, and governmental institutions. Discussions focused on innovative solutions for energy, agriculture, water, healthcare, and education. Why it matters: The roundtable signifies Saudi Arabia's push to diversify its economy and leverage global partnerships to empower its younger generation through technological advancements.