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KAUST researchers have developed a system to convert captured carbon dioxide into industrial-grade ethylene using a high-pressure electrolyzer. The system operates under realistic industrial conditions and uses captured, high-pressure CO₂. It reduces the energy cost of producing ethylene by 0.8 gigajoules per metric ton compared to existing electrolysis systems. Why it matters: This innovation presents a direct path for transforming greenhouse gas emissions into valuable chemical products, aligning with Saudi Arabia's circular economy goals.
Historian Mike Bruton spoke at KAUST about scientific disruptors from the House of Wisdom during the Islamic Golden Age. These scholars made contributions like introducing the concept of zero and debunking the Greek theory of sight. Ibn al-Haytham revolutionized knowledge of optics, demonstrating that light bounces off objects and enters our eyes. Why it matters: The lecture highlights the significant scientific advancements made during the Islamic Golden Age and their lasting impact on modern civilization.