Research & Innovation

TIE Spring Seminar Series | May 2026

annieMay 10, 2026May 10, 20260

In collaboration with the Saudi Leadership Society founded by the Misk Foundation. The Saudi Leadership Society brings together aspiring and established leaders shaping the Kingdom’s

2026 Falling Walls Lab – THUWAL: Call for Breakthrough Ideas!

annieApr 26, 2026May 5, 20260

KAUST Lab – Apply now! Do you have a bold idea that can break down walls in science, technology, or society? 2026 Falling Walls Lab-THUWAL

TIE Spring Seminar Series | April 2026

sara.ali@kaust.edu.saApr 22, 2026April 22, 20261

Innovation starts with bold ideas and the drive to turn them into real impact. The TIE Spring Seminar Series brings together visionary leaders to inspire

Policy Institute Speaker Series

annieApr 16, 2026April 20, 20260

Date: Monday, April 27, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.Location: Virtual📅 Save to calendar The Policy Institute at KAUST invites you to a timely discussion with

KAUST Senior Leadership Visits Wadi Qudaid Experiment Station

sara.ali@kaust.edu.saMar 10, 2026March 10, 20260

Senior leadership from KAUST visited the Wadi Qudaid Experiment Station on 29 January to see first-hand the impact of the University’s investment in translational research and technology deployment for

KAUST Advances National Platforms in Health and Mining

annieFeb 23, 2026February 23, 20260

Through the KAUST Industry Collaboration Program (KICP), KAUST convened two strategic national work groups in Riyadh on February 15-16 to advance distinct, future-ready platforms in healthcare and mining, reinforcing KAUST’s role in enabling

KAUST becomes first FIFA research institute in the Middle East and Asia

annieFeb 11, 2026February 19, 20260

KAUST announced its selection as the first FIFA Research Institute in the Middle East and Asia, dedicated to supporting the development of innovative football research. This

Corals, Coasts and One Health 

sara.ali@kaust.edu.saFeb 8, 2026February 8, 20260

February 14-16, 2026 @ KAUST Join us for the Nature Conference on Corals, Coasts, and One Health as we address the urgent challenges facing coral reefs and

President’s Distinguished Lecture Series: ‘The Joy of Discovery;’ celebrating the Biomedical Sciences Division

annieFeb 4, 2026February 15, 20260

Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026 Time: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Venue: Building 20, Auditorium Reception: 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. KAUST is pleased to welcome Professor Sir

Climate Change Center: Phase I Final Forum in Jeddah

sara.ali@kaust.edu.saFeb 4, 2026February 6, 20260

February 11 and 12Voco Hotel (Alfayhaa District), Jeddah The Climate Change Center (CCC) is hosting its Phase I Final Forum: Achievements & Roadmap for Phase