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KAUST hosted a Future Faculty Program convention. Najah Ashry, KAUST VP of Saudi Initiatives, and Jean Frechet, KAUST VP for research, spoke at the event. The convention hosted visitors from Saudi public and private universities. Why it matters: The event likely aimed to foster collaboration and faculty development within the Saudi higher education system.
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KAUST has appointed Dr. Donal Bradley as the new Vice President for Research, effective April 7, 2019, replacing Dr. Jean Frechet. Dr. Bradley was previously the Dean for Science and Engineering at Oxford University and has held positions at Imperial College London, with extensive experience in research administration. He is a distinguished scientist with over 630 publications and more than twenty-five patent families. Why it matters: This appointment signals KAUST's continued commitment to attracting top international talent to lead its research initiatives and maintain its position as a leading science and technology university in the region.
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KAUST held its 2014 Faculty Recognition Dinner to celebrate faculty achievements, promotions, and welcome new members. President Jean-Lou Chameau highlighted the university's research output and its standing among science and engineering institutions. Over a dozen new faculty members were welcomed, and both established and new faculty were encouraged to engage in cross-disciplinary conversations. Why it matters: Such events can foster collaboration and innovation, enhancing KAUST's research capabilities and reputation within the region and globally.
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KAUST celebrated faculty promotions for 2016. The promotions were effective as of July 1, 2016, except where otherwise noted. The announcement was made by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology. Why it matters: This is a routine announcement of academic staff advancement at a leading GCC research university.
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Lawrence Carin, former VP for Research at Duke University, has been appointed Provost of KAUST. Carin's background includes a professorship at Duke, and research and administrative roles. He is a researcher in AI/ML, with over 450 papers and an H-index of 86. Why it matters: The appointment signals KAUST's continued focus on attracting global AI talent and advancing its digital thematic priorities.
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KAUST welcomes five new faculty members for the new school year: Andrea Falqui, Daniele Daffonchio, Athanasios Tzavaras, Ying Sun, and Carlo Liberale. The new faculty members come from diverse backgrounds and bring expertise in areas such as bioscience, microbial ecology, and nanostructure imaging. They will contribute to KAUST's vision through research, teaching, and collaboration. Why it matters: The addition of new faculty enhances KAUST's research capabilities and educational offerings, fostering innovation and attracting top talent to the region.
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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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KAUST has appointed Dr. Donal Bradley, currently the dean for science and engineering at the University of Oxford, as its new vice president for research. Bradley, a fellow of the Royal Society, has over 630 publications and a Google Scholar h-index of 125. He previously served as VP for research at Imperial College London and brings experience in technology development, including co-founding Cambridge Display Technology Ltd. Why it matters: This appointment signals KAUST's continued commitment to attracting top international talent to drive its research and development efforts in science and engineering.