KAUST cases
The total number of cases of COVID-19 identified at KAUST remains at 21.
We are keeping in touch with all of our cases and monitoring their progress. We wish each of these community members well.
The last positive case was 3 days ago.
Considerations for researchers
As labs are gradually opening during Phase 2b, we would like to provide researchers at KAUST with additional guidance that must be implemented in order to reduce transmission of the virus in a research environment.Center Directors, Principal Investigators, supervisors, lab managers, and delegated representatives are responsible for ensuring everyone working in laboratories and offices under their supervision follow measures to ensure a safe work environment:
These guidelines are not exhaustive and Center Directors, Principal Investigators, supervisors, and lab managers are encouraged to use additional best practices to ensure a safe work environment. Those guidelines are complimentary to the Keep KAUST Safe guidelines.
Myth. Exposing yourself to the sun or to temperatures higher than 25°C degrees prevents the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Fact. You can catch COVID-19, no matter how sunny or hot the weather is. Countries with hot weather have reported cases of COVID-19. To protect yourself, make sure you clean your hands frequently and thoroughly and avoid touching your eyes, mouth, and nose.
Read more about what you can do to Keep KAUST safe.
Once again, we’d like to thank you for your cooperation and ongoing adherence to directives. These have been designed to keep you safe and to help manage the crisis.
KAUST COVID-19 Crisis Center (KC3)
Community resources
COVID-19 Emotional Support Helpline
Need to talk? Our team of qualified professionals is here to help.
Call the Emotional Support Helpline at +966 (0)54 470 0804.
Virtual Community Hub
The Virtual Community Hub brings together information about what events and activities are taking place in KAUST this week, what community projects are ongoing and how you can get involved in making your community a better place to live! If you have an idea for a community initiative, activity or project, then e-mail getengaged@kaust.edu.sa.
The content on this page will be updated regularly… so store the link in your browser bookmarks and come back soon!
Staying informed
- Stay informed about COVID-19 and the University’s directives here
- Contact the COVID-19 Operations Hub or call 012 808 0950 Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- For other matters please call:
- 054 470 0804 — for Emotional Support Helpline
- 012 808 0959 — for Facilities Management
- 012 808 2055 — for Human Resources
- 054 470 1111 — for Government Affairs
- Review changes to operating hours for facilities, services and programs
