The faculty at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) includes distinguished scientists from top international universities who are committed to promoting innovation and scientific discovery that benefits Saudi Arabia, the region, and the world.

Members of the faculty enjoy academic freedom as they teach graduate courses, supervise degree candidates, help develop programs, and set academic requirements and standards.

  • KAUST employs 71 professors. At maturity, the faculty is expected to number approximately 225.
    • These accomplished research scientists and educators hail from around the world.
    • The top countries of origin are the United States (14), Germany (7), Canada (6), and China (6).
  • KAUST's inaugural faculty includes prolific researchers, innovators, and authors who claim at least:
    • 108 patents
    • 100 software products/invention disclosures
    • 64 books or book chapters
  • KAUST's award-winning faculty has been honored by multiple scientific bodies:
    • Legion d'Honneur
    • Max Planck Research Award
    • William T. Pecora Award
    • National Science Federation CAREER Award
    • Gordon Bell Prize

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