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His Royal Highness the Crown Prince launches the new strategy of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology "KAUST"

KAUST researchers find dust clouds are three times larger than previously thought

The new study indicates that the large amount of dust can diminish the efficiency of solar technology by 45%

KAUST wins regional award for its social work using KAUST communication technology

Hybrid radio frequency and free space optics developed by KAUST used to give internet access to remote community as testing ground for entire nation.

KAUST’s William McDonough named TIME100 most influential climate leaders

The recognition is one more of his many awards for sustainable architecture and reaffirms KAUST as a leader in the field.

KAUST Professor Raquel Peixoto wins inaugural Rachel Carson Prize

The prize is part of the Applied Microbiology International Awards, which celebrate the brightest minds in the field.

KAUST’s aquaculture technologies and expertise to be used in Islamic Development Bank member countries

Representatives from member countries of the Islamic Development Bank visit KAUST to gain insights into the university's aquaculture expertise.

Eighteen KAUST scientists the world's most influential researchers

KAUST has its highest number ever of Highly Cited Researchers

KAUST ranked #1 in Times Higher Education Arab University Rankings 2023

KAUST also scored a perfect 100 for the research environment, with improvements in the society pillar and international outlook pillar.

KAUST’s Shaheen III confirmed as the Middle East’s most powerful supercomputer

Shaheen III also ranked #20 in the world for supercomputers

In the Presence of HRH Minister of Energy, FII Launches WAVE Initiative, led by Princess Reema Al-Saud, to Accelerate Ocean Regeneration Efforts

Study

We are an international graduate-level science and technology research university where students can access state-of-the-art labs and our eminent faculty while obtaining a diverse study experience.

Research

We are committed to pursuing excellence in science education and goal-oriented research that addresses challenges for the Kingdom and the world.

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Research Funding and Services

Core Labs And Research Infrastructure

Innovation

We are a catalyst for innovation, economic development and social prosperity through the pursuit of collaborations with industry and entrepreneurs.

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Entrepreneurship

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Research & Technology Park

Key Stats

We are a unique destination for bright minds from around the globe, and in our 15-year history, we have solidified a place as one of the top-ranked research universities in the world.

#804,878 Citation

Citation: 804878 (All Publications, Self-citations: included, Source: Scopus - data as of May 24, 2023)

#26,354
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Publications affiliated with KAUST: 26354 (All Publications, Source: Scopus - data as of May 24, 2023)

2146

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$49M

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