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Mobile wastewater treatment plant offers solution for remote communities
A decentralized technology designed to treat wastewater at the source offers huge benefits to people in remote areas who lack access to sewer infrastructure.

Homemade in Saudi Arabia: Regional climate data that will make a difference
Saudi Arabia is spearheading a major effort to generate regional climate-related information to help decision makers better manage their resources.

Where I work: Razan Yahya
Tiny microalgae offer big potential for a fruitful career

Saudi Arabia’s time to shine in solar energy use
Cutting-edge research into new technologies for photovoltaic cells, a favorable climate and strong collaborations with industry are key factors in Saudi Arabia’s development of solar power.

A new energy focus
A move to KAUST brings an enlightened approach to research and everyday life.

Clear signals: how intricate brain connections underpin sensory perception
Leena Ali Ibrahim’s research is revealing intricate brain connections between the senses that could have implications for finding treatments for autism and schizophrenia.

Dancing proteins and a cure for cancer
Applying a different lens to previously overlooked genes may offer new options for targeted cancer therapy.

Following stress could help plants in drought
Pioneering research to explain plants’ response to abiotic stress has important potential for improving future plant performance.

Professors conduct a decade of collaboration
A long-term research partnership started with a single step — and continued because of shared research interests and generous support.

Casting a wide net to see the real cost of water
Yoshihide Wada uses a systems approach to address global problems and contribute to national climate adaptation plans.

Testing the waters
Taking the temperature of a coral reef is not as simple as it sounds. Nor is accurately measuring and monitoring the other essential water parameters for effective coral reef management and restoration.

Are there really plenty more fish in the sea?
A tool that places fish on a scale of sustainability could help Saudi Arabia protect species at greatest risk of overexploitation.

AI takes technology to the people
Thousands of people across Saudi Arabia are learning about a range of advanced technologies through the opportunity provided by the KAUST Academy.

Solar research launches stellar career
Anticipation of a paradigm shift in the space photovoltaics market, combined with expertise in advanced solar cell technology, launches a winning idea.

SoccerNet brings AI to the game
Artificial intelligence has enormous potential to augment our understanding and enjoyment of sport. Work toward this goal requires the dedication and vision of avid fans.

From the seeds of discovery, to improved crops
Addressing global challenges of food security and malnutrition is a key motivation for KAUST research leader Salim Al-Babili.
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