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KAUST alumna Wedyan Babatain named MENA Innovator Under 35

KAUST alumna Wedyan Babatain was named a 2022 MENA Innovator Under 35 by MIT Technology Review Arabia. Babatain was recognized for her research developing a soft multifunctional wearable platform using graphene and liquid metal-based electronics. She is currently a postdoctoral research fellow at MIT Media Lab, developing soft tangible interfaces and robotics platforms. Why it matters: This award highlights the increasing recognition of young Saudi researchers and KAUST's role in fostering innovative research in advanced materials and wearable technology.

Technology and design bring on the Wearable Revolution

KAUST · May 13 · KAUST Product

Sonny Vu, CEO of Misfit Wearables, spoke at KAUST about the importance of design in technology and shared his entrepreneurial philosophy. He emphasized rapid prototyping, user feedback, and enjoyable user experiences, as seen in his previous company AgaMatrix and his wearable activity monitor, the Shine. Misfit Wearables successfully raised $100,000 through crowdfunding in just nine and a half hours. Why it matters: This highlights KAUST's role in fostering entrepreneurship and promoting innovative approaches to product development in the region, particularly in wearable technology.