American artist Rachel Sussman spoke at KAUST's 2019 Winter Enrichment Program about her project documenting the world's oldest living organisms. Sussman photographed 30 species alive for over 2,000 years, including trees, coral, and bacteria. She collaborated with 30 scientists to identify and document these organisms. Why it matters: The lecture highlights KAUST's interdisciplinary approach to knowledge, connecting art, science, and philosophy to explore concepts of time and longevity.
KAUST highlights postdoctoral fellows Yi Jin Liew, Isabelle Schulz, Maren Ziegler and Neus Garcias Bonet outside the University Library. The article mentions King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud (1924 – 2015). It encourages applications to KAUST's Discovery Postdoctoral program. Why it matters: This brief announcement signals KAUST's ongoing investment in attracting international research talent to Saudi Arabia.
KAUST is promoting its spring enrichment programs. The promotional material features a Mongolian folk group. Why it matters: While a routine announcement, enrichment programs help KAUST attract talent and contribute to local engagement.
KAUST has opened registration for its Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) 2015, which will run from January 11-22. The program features over 100 events centered around the International Year of Light, robotics, and big data. WEP 2015 includes keynote lectures, Saudi cultural events, art workshops, recreational activities, and a film festival. Why it matters: Such programs foster community engagement and promote interdisciplinary knowledge sharing within KAUST.
KAUST is accepting proposals for the Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) 2016 until May 4th, 2015. The program, scheduled for January 10-21, 2016, focuses on climate change and sustainability, aligning with the 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference. The KAUST community can submit ideas for lectures, courses, workshops, and cultural activities. Why it matters: This interdisciplinary program fosters community engagement at KAUST while addressing a critical global issue.
KAUST will host its first annual Enrichment in the Fall program starting October 17, featuring lectures, films, workshops, concerts, and artworks. The program focuses on the biodiversity and wildlife in the KAUST community, with events aimed at all ages and interests. The enrichment program includes community activities on the weekends of October 17–18 and October 24–25. Why it matters: This program signals KAUST's ongoing commitment to community engagement and education in areas like biodiversity, complementing its established Winter Enrichment Program.
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.
Science writer Dava Sobel spoke at KAUST in 2019 about the importance of longitude and precision timekeeping for navigation. She discussed the historical difficulties in determining longitude, contrasting it with the ease of finding latitude. Sobel highlighted the Longitude Act of 1714 and figures like John Harrison who addressed these challenges. Why it matters: This lecture exposed the KAUST community to the historical context of navigation and the crucial role of timekeeping, relevant to contemporary technologies like GPS.