KAUST's Saudi Summer Internship (SSI) program hosted 29 undergraduate students from Saudi universities this year, up from just 6 students five years ago. The students were assigned to CEMSE labs for 8-12 weeks, conducting research alongside KAUST faculty. At the end of the program, the students participated in a poster competition to present their work. Why it matters: This program fosters local talent in STEM fields and strengthens KAUST's ties with other Saudi universities.
The 2017 Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) at KAUST kicked off with an opening night at the University Library on January 7. The event showcased the new WEP Hub, featuring activities like giant board games and previews of the two-week program. The program included lectures, workshops, a science fair, and a poster competition, focusing on creation, engineering, and science. Why it matters: Such programs at KAUST help to foster a vibrant research community and engage students with interdisciplinary topics in science and engineering.
KAUST's Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) 2016 featured a poster competition highlighting research by graduate students, postdocs, and international undergraduates. A science fair included shows by science podcast host Dr. Chris Smith, art exhibits, and a visualization lab. Exhibits included "On the Trail of the Glaciers: An Interactive Experience" and short films produced by KAUST students. Why it matters: Such programs foster scientific engagement and communication within the KAUST community and beyond.
KAUST hosted a two-day symposium highlighting the Global Collaborative Research (GCR) program, which was launched in 2007 and involved over 30 institutions. The event showcased key scientific and innovative accomplishments resulting from these global partnerships. A poster competition featured 162 posters from KAUST students, post-doctoral researchers, and research scientists. Why it matters: The GCR program and symposium underscore KAUST's commitment to international collaboration and research excellence, fostering innovation within the Kingdom.
KAUST's Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) hosted an international undergraduate poster competition attracting 191 students from around the world. 32 shortlisted finalists presented their research at KAUST, representing top universities like MIT, Stanford, and the National University of Singapore. The winners were announced at an awards ceremony on January 21, with Qin Xiang Ng from the National University of Singapore taking first place. Why it matters: The WEP poster competition provides a platform for international students to showcase their research and engage with KAUST's research community, fostering collaboration and attracting talent to the university.
KAUST has announced the finalists for its Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) poster competition. The finalists, consisting of graduates, postdoctoral students, and international undergraduates, submitted research posters. The winner will be announced on January 21, 2015, during the WEP award ceremony. Why it matters: Such events promote research excellence and collaboration within KAUST and the broader academic community, fostering innovation and knowledge sharing.