KAUST alumnus Abhinay Ramaprasad (M.S. '12, Ph.D. '17) has been awarded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship from the European Commission. He will research malaria at the Francis Crick Institute in the U.K., focusing on the mechanisms of malaria parasite egress from red blood cells. Ramaprasad credits his time at KAUST and his work in Professor Arnab Pain's laboratory for preparing him for this opportunity. Why it matters: This fellowship recognizes the high-quality research training at KAUST and supports important work in combating a disease prevalent in many regions, reflecting KAUST's impact on global health.
KAUST alumna Dr. Hanin Ahmed has been awarded a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship to research the biological traits, ancestry, and symbolic roles of horses used in ancient rituals. She will analyze DNA samples from 97 sites across France, linking biology with ritual behavior. Ahmed previously held an Ibn Rushd Fellowship from KAUST, which supported her move to the University of Toulouse. Why it matters: This prestigious fellowship highlights the quality of research and training at KAUST while enabling exploration of the co-evolution of humans and animals through genomics and archaeology.
KAUST is accepting applications for its Global Fellowship Program, which supports early-career scientists and engineers with resources to conduct research at KAUST for three years. The program provides a $75,000 annual stipend, up to $40,000 per year in research funds, free housing, and access to KAUST's research infrastructure. The fellowship aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 and KAUST's research priorities. Why it matters: The program signifies KAUST's ongoing efforts to attract global talent and advance research and development in line with the Kingdom's strategic goals.
MBZUAI has launched the Ruwwad AI Scholars (RAIS) program, a postdoctoral fellowship for Emirati Ph.D. graduates to undertake two-year, fully-funded research positions at leading global institutions. The program aims to cultivate local talent in AI and computational research, with the goal of strengthening participants' eligibility for faculty positions at MBZUAI. The fellowship covers a stipend, research funds, insurance, relocation support, and conference travel.
MBZUAI has launched the Ruwwad AI Scholars (RAIS) program, a fully funded two-year postdoctoral fellowship for Emirati Ph.D. graduates to conduct research at leading global institutions. The fellowship covers a competitive stipend, research funds, insurance, relocation support, and conference travel, with no cost to host institutions. Completion aims to strengthen eligibility for tenure-track faculty positions at MBZUAI. Why it matters: This program represents a strategic investment in developing Emirati AI talent and building a globally competitive, homegrown AI faculty to drive the UAE's research ambitions.
KAUST has announced the call for applications for the Al-Khwarizmi doctoral fellowships. The fellowships offer stipends, free tuition, and supplementary grants for Ph.D. studies at KAUST. The fellowships are open to nationals or residents of the 47 member states of the Council of Europe holding an MSc degree. Why it matters: This program aims to attract top international talent to KAUST, fostering research and development in science and technology within Saudi Arabia.
KAUST Professor Iain McCulloch has received the 2020 Blaise Pascal Medal for Materials Science from the European Academy of Sciences (EurASc). McCulloch directs KAUST's Solar Center and also holds a professorship at Imperial College London. His research focuses on semiconducting small molecules and polymers for organic electronic devices, leading to advancements in organic solar cells. Why it matters: This award highlights KAUST's contributions to materials science and its focus on advancing solar energy technologies in the region.
SABIC recognized 15 KAUST postdoctoral fellows for research excellence at the fourth SABIC Postdoctoral Fellowship Awards. The awards highlight SABIC’s commitment to KAUST’s research efforts in areas like nanomaterials, polymer synthesis, catalysis, and computational modeling. SABIC plans increased collaboration with KAUST to develop technologies that drive competitiveness and yield societal benefits. Why it matters: The ongoing SABIC-KAUST partnership exemplifies industry-academia collaboration in Saudi Arabia, fostering innovation in materials science and related fields critical to the Kingdom's development.