Get ready for an exciting week at KAUST, celebrating the wonders of the brain! Our Brain
Awareness Week will offer engaging activities, interactive demos, and insightful lectures that
will spark your curiosity and deepen your understanding of neuroscience. Whether you’re a
budding scientist, a curious learner, or just looking for a fun and educational experience, this
event has something for everyone!
What to expect
Interactive activities
Dive into hands-on experiences designed to explore how our brains perceive the world around
us. Test your senses, challenge your memory, and discover the incredible ways our brains
function through fun and educational activities.
Research showcases
Experience the cutting-edge world of neuroscience with demonstrations of advanced
technologies and research that bring the microscopic and neural networks to life.
Lectures by experts
Gain insights into topics like brain and mental health, sleep, neuroscience and AI, and
neurological disorders, presented by leading experts, including Prof. Pierre Magistretti, Prof.
Shubha Tole (President International Brain Research Organization), Prof. Hilal Lashuel, Prof.
Jesper Tegner, Prof. David Keyes, Prof. Imed Gallouzi, Dr. Paul O’Callaghan and others.
Panel discussions
Join dynamic discussions with experts, postdocs, and students on the latest advancements and
questions in brain science.
Movies and giveaways
Enjoy themed movie screenings and take-home exciting giveaways to remember the event.
Open to the KAUST community and TKS students, this week promises to be an inspiring journey
into the mysteries of the mind.
Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details on the schedule and registration!