Drones deliver on internet connectivity
Dec 12, 2019
Hovering airborne vehicles could connect smart sensors to the internet of things.
Dec 12, 2019
Hovering airborne vehicles could connect smart sensors to the internet of things.
Dec 9, 2019
Studying the wake of reflected shockwaves reveals the cascade of chemical reactions involved in combustion processes.
Dec 8, 2019
Better prediction of extreme winds at sparsely observed locations could help optimize the design of wind farms.
Dec 5, 2019
Identifying genes that confer resistance to leaf rust infections could help generate durably resistant cereal crops.
Dec 2, 2019
Factors influencing the tolerance of barley to saline soils have been uncovered using an advanced robust statistical technique.
Dec 1, 2019
What do an electrical engineer, an organic chemist, a materials scientist and a cell biologist all have in common? They invent and improve applications at the interface of biology and electronics.
Nov 27, 2019
Plant scientist Salim Al-Babili and his team are working across many fronts to save sub-Saharan African cereal crops from a menacing weed.
Nov 26, 2019
Discovery of signaling intermediary could lead to more pest-resistant crops.
Nov 26, 2019
Mapping the three-dimensional structure of catalytic centers helps to design new and improved catalysts.
Nov 24, 2019
New methods for training machine learning models are quicker and more accurate than current approaches, previously considered state-of-the-art.
Nov 20, 2019
An innovative optical component and a reconstruction algorithm provide more detailed images.
Nov 18, 2019
Large cylindrical ligands increase stability and enhance light emission of silver nanoclusters.
Nov 13, 2019
Ultrapure solvents prove there is more than meets the eye when oil and water mix.
Nov 12, 2019
A magnetic skin that is safe and comfortable to wear could open the door to a wide range of wireless, remotely controlled applications.
Nov 10, 2019
Solar perovskite materials could be spiked with organic cation dopants to suppress decomposition and degradation.
Nov 7, 2019
Catalyst switch strategy is the key step in the production of a four-component crystalline tetrablock quarterpolymer.
Nov 3, 2019
No evidence of infection found in the bacterial community around shark wounds.
Oct 30, 2019
A deep learning tool could help in structure-based drug discovery.
Oct 29, 2019
Asrar Damdam is setting up her own biotech company in Silicon Valley while pursuing a Ph.D. at KAUST
Oct 27, 2019
A protein, with a name reminiscent of legendary Greek sailors, has an unexpected role inside the human nucleus.
Oct 27, 2019
Stretchy, see-through, silver nanowire sheet combines optical transparency with excellent electrical conductivity.
Oct 23, 2019
Areas without earthquake monitoring systems could model the tremors by using data from local landslides.
Oct 21, 2019
Discarded PET bottles could find a new life in the chemical industry.
Oct 20, 2019
Bridging the knowledge gap in artificial intelligence requires an embedding function that helps step between different types of "thinking."
Oct 15, 2019
Deep analysis of the way information is shared among parallel computations increases efficiency to accelerate machine learning at scale.
Oct 14, 2019
Protein-folded DNA nanostructures offer a new building material for biotechnology.
Oct 10, 2019
A class of atomically thin 2D compounds, known as MXenes, have a unique combination of properties that are useful for electronic and sensing applications.
Oct 8, 2019
An inexpensive passive cooling technology could be used to cool buildings in cities, reducing energy consumption.
Oct 6, 2019
The colonization of tomato plants with a beneficial desert root fungus protects against effects of salt stress.
Oct 2, 2019
Zirconium-doped transparent electrodes boost the power conversion efficiency of perovskite-based tandem solar cells.
Sep 29, 2019
A more accurate and efficient method of capturing the local factors that lead to extreme rainfall enables better flood prediction across larger regions.
Sep 26, 2019
A new approach for training algorithms makes the machine learning process faster and more accurate.
Sep 25, 2019
Microplastics in the water column are ingested by clams and become attached to their shells.
Sep 24, 2019
A precise method for stacking semiconductor thin films enhances optoelectronic device performance using quantum effects.
Sep 18, 2019
When a thin layer of water is squeezed between two hydrophobic surfaces, the laws of classical physics break down.
Sep 15, 2019
More accurate detection of hotspot clusters provides new insights into the behavior of air pollution.
Sep 11, 2019
Linking disease pathogens to clinical signs and symptoms through a database could support research into the molecular mechanisms of infectious diseases.
Sep 9, 2019
The dynamics behind microbial communities in granular-based wastewater treatment systems.
Sep 5, 2019
Cultivated date palms have co-evolved with desert bacteria for so long that their roots attract the microbes that provide the best chance for a long and healthy life.
Sep 3, 2019
Corals use sugar from their symbiotic algal partners to control them by recycling nitrogen from their own ammonium waste.
Sep 1, 2019
A deep learning model improves the ability to identify genes potentially involved in disease.
Aug 29, 2019
Understanding the situations when artificial intelligence can fail is critical for application of future autonomous vehicles and medical diagnostics.
Aug 27, 2019
Accounting for the quality of energy needed to run a desalination plant shows benefits of using waste heat.
Aug 26, 2019
Changes in composition are shown to affect light-harvesting layer crystallization and perovskite solar cell efficiency.
Aug 22, 2019
Genome editing techniques have the power to transform crop yields and plant resilience to feed the growing global population.
Aug 20, 2019
Mapping variations in sunlight across the Arabian Peninsula reveals a bright future for solar energy in the region.
Aug 18, 2019
The spatial variation in different air pollution components helps identify possible targets for pollution control.
Aug 5, 2019
Macroalgae is shown to be a major global contributor to carbon sequestration.
Aug 4, 2019
A communications concept could pinpoint a person infected with a deadly, contagious virus in the middle of a crowded airport.
Jul 31, 2019
A three-component light-harvesting layer boosts performance in an organic solar cell.
Jul 30, 2019
Overlaying two film layers patterned with a nanoscale array can manipulate the propagation of light to create a powerful ultrathin lens.
Jul 28, 2019
Ruthenium oxide is used to integrate energy-storing microsupercapacitors and thin-film electronics at the transistor level.
Jul 24, 2019
New experimental insights allow researchers to probe protein-DNA interactions with greater precision.
Jul 22, 2019
Automated imaging of underground salt bodies from seismic data could help streamline oil and gas exploration.
Jul 21, 2019
Pyramidal graphs resulting from statistical analyses of EEG recordings can improve our understanding of epileptic seizures.
Jul 18, 2019
Sediment libraries show marine ecosystems are accumulating oil pollution faster than ever.
Jul 16, 2019
New app aims to improve the statistical analysis of large datasets in plant science and beyond.
Jul 14, 2019
Computer simulation accurately captures the beguiling motion of a liquid magnetic material.
Jul 11, 2019
Record-breaking, high-efficiency single crystals bring perovskite solar cells closer to market.
Jul 10, 2019
An integrated system seamlessly harnesses sunlight to cogenerate electricity and fresh water.
Jul 7, 2019
A date palm seedling can pause its development to boost its resilience before emerging into the harsh desert environment.
Jul 3, 2019
Gossip is an efficient way to share information across large networks and has unexpected applications in solving other mathematical and machine-learning problems.
Jul 2, 2019
Exploring the links between natural climate cycles and the sea-surface temperature of the Red Sea reveals a cooling trend during the next few decades.
Jul 1, 2019
A biohybrid material that combines reduced graphene oxide with bacterial cells offers an eco-friendly option to help store renewable energy.
Jun 28, 2019
Insect-inspired design principles lead to first-ever water-repellent membranes made from water-wet materials.
Jun 27, 2019
A low-temperature method for making high-performance thermoelectric materials could recapture lost energy.
Jun 23, 2019
A universal query engine for big data that works across computing platforms could accelerate analytics research.
Jun 23, 2019
Powerful computer simulations are revealing new insights into water exchanges between the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.
Jun 19, 2019
Accelerating plant evolution with CRISPR paves the way for breeders to engineer new crop varieties.
Jun 18, 2019
A remote sensing algorithm offers better predictions of Red Sea coral bleaching and can be fine tuned for use in other tropical marine ecosystems.
Jun 16, 2019
Protein found in gut-dwelling pathogens changes shape under human body temperatures, leading to toxins responsible for diarrheal disease.
Jun 11, 2019
Simulations unveil efficiency targets and design rules to maximize the conversion of light into electricity using organic solar cells.
Jun 11, 2019
Global water challenges addressed through improvements to desalination techniques and limits to waste.
May 30, 2019
Inkjet printing could produce high-efficiency organic solar cells with commercial potential.
May 27, 2019
Algal blooms in the Red Sea can be detected with a new method that accounts for dust storms and aerosols.
May 26, 2019
Imaging defects in MOF crystals, and monitoring how they develop, will allow control of defect formation to design better MOFs for many applications.
May 23, 2019
Arranging nanowires in bent configurations may make them less likely to fail inside electronic devices.
May 19, 2019
Predation, not resource availability, limits the abundance of coastal Red Sea bacteria.
May 19, 2019
The Formula 1 race track is the ultimate testbed for a KAUST researcher's latest work.
May 16, 2019
Mutations in a repetitive protein motif are responsible for a rare cognitive disorder.
May 15, 2019
World-class computing facilities at KAUST enable researchers to tackle complex questions in climate science and oceanography.
May 13, 2019
Marine plastic pollution accumulates in mangrove forests and is a danger to sea life.
May 7, 2019
A graphene-oxide membrane design inspired by nature swiftly separates solvent molecules.
May 5, 2019
Low-cost, stretchy sensors can be assembled inside the lid of a drug container to help monitor patient safety.
May 5, 2019
Automatic detection of uncharacteristic data sequences could change the way data is processed and analyzed.
May 2, 2019
Modeling the 3D structure of Red Sea eddies shows how transport of energy and biochemical materials influences circulation patterns in the Red Sea.
May 1, 2019
High-resolution imaging data collected by small satellites could transform how we monitor freshwater use in agriculture.
Apr 24, 2019
Nanotech-powered electrodes help solve the challenges of using sweat to assess biological conditions in real time.
Apr 24, 2019
An interdisciplinary initiative is helping KAUST be at the forefront of a digital revolution, where sensors can find a use just about anywhere.
Apr 22, 2019
A pioneering tagging system that monitors the movement and local environment of sea animals reaches deeper depths and higher sensitivities.
Apr 17, 2019
A tiny, portable radar device could allow visually impaired people, or unmanned moving devices, to detect objects in real time.
Apr 15, 2019
Understanding how bacterial metacommunities homogenize could help scientists predict future changes to ecosystems.
Apr 14, 2019
A virtual platform makes learning how to fabricate a semiconductor device easier, safer and more interactive.
Apr 8, 2019
Researchers disentangle the effects of introduced species on the marine environment.
Apr 7, 2019
Fluorinated metal-organic frameworks make excellent materials for selective sensing and removal of toxic gases.
Apr 7, 2019
Unique membrane design prevents salt crusts from being produced during the distillation of brine water.
Mar 31, 2019
The latest statistical methods from research on complex high-dimensional environmental data also yield powerful tools for interpreting brain activity.
Mar 27, 2019
Predicting capricious pre-ignition combustion events could enable automakers to build powerful yet more efficient engines.
Mar 24, 2019
Single-molecule fluorescent measurements provide fresh insights into a process for keeping errors out of our genomes.
Mar 17, 2019
Aerial imaging of plant heights could help farmers manage field crops more effectively to increase yields and preserve resources.
Mar 13, 2019
In the harsh sand of the Namib Desert, the sheaths of speargrass roots co-opt any growth-promoting bacteria they can find.
Mar 11, 2019
The types of bacteria living in and around fiddler crab burrows vary widely between mangroves, but their functional activities are remarkably similar.
Mar 10, 2019
Environmentally friendly method for making membranes adds greener options for processing industrial waste.
Mar 5, 2019
Unravelling the genes behind salt tolerance in crop plants is made easier using the latest sequencing and phenotyping technologies.
Mar 3, 2019
Self-assembled channels in a polymer membrane could greatly enhance extraction of water from gases.
Feb 27, 2019
Electrosprays of water cannot reliably probe the air-water interface.
Feb 25, 2019
A metabolic compound that regulates growth of rice plants and limits witchweed infestation could boost crop yields.
Feb 21, 2019
Laboratory model breaks laws of heredity, opening up new research possibilities in genetics and synthetic biology.
Feb 19, 2019
Recreating the human mind’s ability to infer patterns and relationships from complex events could lead to a universal model of artificial intelligence.
Feb 17, 2019
Computer model learns to identify Twitter users’ evolving interests by analyzing their Tweets.
Feb 12, 2019
Rapid-fire photography reveals how even a nanoscale amount of surface roughness can unleash microbubbles that may interfere with coating technology.
Feb 10, 2019
Study illustrates the links between brain energy metabolism and neuronal activity.
Feb 6, 2019
Desert bacteria protect food crops from salt toxicity.
Feb 3, 2019
Laser-induced graphene formation creates tailor-made sensors for monitoring ocean creatures and ecosystems.
Jan 30, 2019
Covalent organic crystal networks generate high-selectivity and high-flux membranes for organic solvent filtration.
Jan 28, 2019
Small tweaks in component ratios generate electronically different layers from the same material to create transparent transistors.
Jan 22, 2019
Combining a polymer and microparticles enables a new type of capacitor that could mimic the way the brain processes information.
Jan 21, 2019
A Nobel-winning method for observing single molecules in action provides the basis for unprecedented insights into polymer chain dynamics.
Jan 15, 2019
Hydrogen-powered cars and recycling CO2 are just two of the myriad of applications that could spring from catalysts based on a new ligand platform.
Jan 13, 2019
Ambient energy emitted by cellular phones and modems can be captured and converted into electricity using unusually shaped technology.
Jan 7, 2019
A combined treatment may help tackle the rise of E. coli PI-7 in Saudi Arabia’s wastewater systems.
Jan 3, 2019
State-of-the-art techniques and software help researchers recreate cellular brain structures and model biochemical processes that support the brain’s energy demands.
Jan 2, 2019
An optical system for monitoring underwater sensor positions could enable large networks of devices to be deployed for ocean measurements.
Dec 31, 2018
A key protein is shown to be responsible for activating and controlling plant immune responses to bacterial infection.
Dec 20, 2018
Inkjet-printed device helps monitor a patient’s blood sugar levels without painful needles.
Dec 16, 2018
Determining the growth dynamics of Red Sea coral reefs has enabled researchers to establish a baseline to assess the effects of environmental change.
Dec 16, 2018
Inkjet-printed switches make multiple frequency bands easier and cheaper to manage in wireless devices.
Dec 12, 2018
For researchers seeking entrepreneurial opportunities, KAUST can provide the perfect springboard.
Dec 11, 2018
High-performance blue-light-emitting diodes could boost white-light, high-speed data transmission.
Dec 10, 2018
Flexible skin for soft robots, embedded with electrical nanowires, combines conductivity with sensitivity within the same material.
Dec 10, 2018
Investigating links between surface air temperatures and large-scale circulation patterns builds understanding of climate variability in the Arabian Peninsula.
Dec 9, 2018
Helpful microbes inhale CO2 through a porous cylindrical electrode and exude useful chemicals.
Dec 4, 2018
Ultrafast video capture of droplet cloud formation should help minimize the risk of gas-leak explosions.
Dec 2, 2018
A more accurate way of resolving spatial patterns in weather could lead to better predictions of climate change.
Nov 25, 2018
An inexpensive hydrogel-based material efficiently captures moisture even from low-humidity air and then releases it on demand.
Nov 22, 2018
A compound made from the glycerol by-product of biodiesel production could promote cleaner burning in vehicle engines.
Nov 19, 2018
Immersion could become the ultimate test for assessing the wetting properties of coating-free microtextured surfaces.
Nov 14, 2018
Investigating plankton communities' reaction to rising water temperatures may improve modeling of marine ecosystem responses to global warming.
Nov 11, 2018
Understanding the effect pressure has on soot production during fuel combustion could help reduce polluting emissions.
Nov 7, 2018
Modeling shows that the Indian summer monsoon can trigger heatwaves and sandstorms on the Arabian Peninsula.
Nov 5, 2018
Harnessing the power of virtual reality will help to visualize data and improve statistical models.
Oct 31, 2018
A new statistical tool for collectively analyzing large sets of brainwaves promises to accelerate neurofunctional research.
Oct 29, 2018
A metal-organic framework that selectively removes impurities from natural gas could allow greater use of this cleaner fossil fuel.
Oct 24, 2018
A window opens for analyzing the distribution of small molecules in biological and medical tissue samples.
Oct 18, 2018
Modeling changes in brain activity over time provides deeper insights into learning and behavioral responses.
Oct 15, 2018
Printable solar materials could soon turn many parts of a house into solar panels.
Oct 14, 2018
Xin Gao’s research is building bridges between computer science and biology.
Oct 8, 2018
Tantalum nitride as thin layers improves the extraction of electrons from silicon solar cells.
Oct 4, 2018
Genome sequencing of two Red Sea bacteria highlights their potential as industrial workhorses.
Oct 2, 2018
A more efficient approach to modeling spatial data involving thousands of variables keeps computation time in check.
Sep 30, 2018
A comprehensive model for simulating mudcake growth during oil extraction could transform well-drilling protocols.
Sep 26, 2018
Composition in cryptic fauna assemblages changes across a shelf gradient, a recent study of the Red Sea shows.
Sep 24, 2018
KAUST places great emphasis on translating university know-how into real-world impact, say Kevin Cullen, vice president of Innovation and Economic Development, and John Tannaci, associate vice president for research.
Sep 24, 2018
A numerical study reveals how to reduce instabilities in the complex flow of plasma in converging geometry of particles in fusion reactions.
Sep 19, 2018
A tool developed by Håvard Rue has transformed data analysis, interpretation and communication. It has been applied broadly: from modeling the spread of infectious diseases to mapping fish stocks.
Sep 16, 2018
A carbon source stemming from daily fish migrations is implicated in the global carbon cycle.
Sep 12, 2018
Nanoparticles with a shell structure improve the performance of zinc-oxide photodetectors.
Sep 9, 2018
Research to optimize aquaponics systems could inform a new era of urban food production.
Sep 6, 2018
Tiny nature-inspired cavities that trap air can stop liquids from sticking to surfaces without the need for coatings.
Sep 6, 2018
Rethinking industry-scale catalytic processes could slash global energy consumption and even turn carbon dioxide into a valuable commodity.
Sep 4, 2018
Simultaneously modeling air pollutants and weather under extreme conditions highlights the potential for serious health risks.
Sep 2, 2018
While drones scan beaches to assess plastic litter, microplastics are found in the digestive tracts of one in every six Red Sea fish.
Aug 16, 2018
Epigenetic mechanisms adjust gene expression in anemone symbiosis.
Aug 12, 2018
Computer analysis aids the formulation of methanol-based renewable fuels that can operate under compression ignition conditions.
Aug 7, 2018
Triple-layered nanoarray electrode promises to boost battery performance and enhance other electrochemical processes.
Aug 5, 2018
Ethanol and related gasoline replacement fuels produce fewer smog-causing chemicals.
Aug 5, 2018
Molecules reorganize to slow stem cells down, giving them a chance to adhere to and eventually cross the inner lining of blood vessels into the bone marrow.
Jul 29, 2018
Adding certain types of bacteria to soil could help protect plants against drought by activating a proton pump in root cells.
Jul 29, 2018
Laser-scribed disordered graphene significantly improves sodium-ion battery capacity.
Jul 22, 2018
Volcanic eruptions in Mexico and the Philippines can lead to atmospheric changes that favor the ventilation of deep water in the Red Sea.
Jul 22, 2018
A low-cost method for collecting water from the atmosphere could be used to provide potable water to dry, inland regions.
Jul 19, 2018
A compound that binds to and inhibits a crucial receptor protein offers a new route for controlling a parasitic plant.
Jul 15, 2018
Maintaining a balance between rising sea levels and soil accumulation will rely on careful management of coastal regions.
Jul 15, 2018
The first quantification of wind energy in Saudi Arabia points to high wind power potential for many decades to come.
Jul 15, 2018
A membrane made of porous carbon-fiber structures grown on a porous ceramic substrate is more efficient than similar existing membranes at filtering seawater.
Jul 8, 2018
Investigations of prey patterns fail to explain why whale sharks aggregate off the coast of Saudi Arabia.
Jul 8, 2018
Software could transform underground imaging of fossil fuel reserves by providing unprecedented detail in record time.
Jul 8, 2018
Understanding the response of gas flames to acoustic perturbations at high pressure should make next-generation turbines safer and more efficient.
Jul 1, 2018
A novel imaging method makes it possible to capture object deformation in three dimensions over time with unprecedented accuracy.
Jul 1, 2018
Precision molecular tools derived from bacterial defence systems are transforming the theory and practice of genetic modification.
Jul 1, 2018
Corals, even in the most far-flung locations, are being affected by climate change but fare better in marine protected areas.
Jun 24, 2018
A plant scientist, a water specialist and a petroleum engineer walk onto a panel, “how do you define sustainability?” one asks.
Jun 24, 2018
A metal catalyst that gives distinct carbon-based molecular skeletons upon ligand change may unlock cost-effective, green synthetic routes.
Jun 24, 2018
Bacteria isolated from desert plants could provide the key to maintaining productive agriculture in arid regions.
Jun 22, 2018
Pairing a conjugated polymer with a redox enzyme generates a fast, selective and sensitive electrochemical biosensor for metabolites.
Jun 17, 2018
Research reveals the genetic response to heat stress and highlights symbiotic algae’s role.
Jun 17, 2018
A new conceptual model for describing a fuel’s composition can accelerate and simplify combustion simulations.
Jun 15, 2018
A metal carbide within a hydrogel composite senses, stretches and heals like human skin for use in medicine and robotics.
Jun 10, 2018
Innovative drone designs and software enable a team of drones to work together in a coordinated approach.
Jun 10, 2018
Learning how boron evaporates will help to improve water desalination technologies.
Jun 7, 2018
A molecular process that signals distress could also help corals adapt to climate change.
Jun 3, 2018
A 3D solar-steam generator design squeezes every last drop of energy from sunlight to produce fresh water.
Jun 3, 2018
Tiny loudspeakers can efficiently produce low-frequency sounds due to effects similar to the quantum physics governing atoms.
May 27, 2018
Adding sound to elephant seal migration data reveals high levels of coordination when swimming long distances.
May 27, 2018
An unexpected two-step mechanism occurs when cells copy DNA.
May 27, 2018
The interface between two tin-oxide semiconductors can exhibit unexpected metallic properties.
May 20, 2018
Rainfall simulations in statistical models could allow accurate prediction of dangerous landslides.
May 20, 2018
Nemo’s genome has been deciphered and made publicly available, helping researchers further investigate fish ecology and evolution.
May 20, 2018
Spotting signatures of potential pollutants made easier with quantum lasers that emit tunable infrared light.
May 13, 2018
Protein analysis could lead to new advances in DNA sequencing technologies.
May 13, 2018
Mapping genetic influences on connections between neural networks could lead to a better understanding of brain organization and behavior.
May 11, 2018
A fast and safe method to prepare a 3D porous material that mimics the shape of a honeycomb could have broad applications from catalysis to drug delivery or for filtering air to remove pollutants or viruses.
May 6, 2018
Advanced analysis of seismic data could lead the next wave in oil exploration.
May 6, 2018
Big data shows that large marine vertebrates move differently, but consistently, through coastal and ocean waters.
May 6, 2018
An optical communication system could revolutionize underwater exploration and discovery.
May 3, 2018
An electronic tag that stretches and flexes while it records location and environmental data can monitor marine animals in their natural habitat.
Apr 29, 2018
Precise control of the atomic structure of gallium oxide layers improves the development of high-power electronic devices.
Apr 29, 2018
Color changes in the northern Red Sea indicate rising sea temperatures could significantly impact tropical marine ecosystems.
Apr 29, 2018
Custom-made gas-sensing material could lead to inexpensive devices for real-time air-quality analysis.
Apr 22, 2018
Perovskite particles could improve the performance of solar cells and light-emitting diodes via a simple process to stabilize the nanocrystal surface.
Apr 22, 2018
Turbulence and nutrient availability drive changes in Red Sea microbes.
Apr 22, 2018
Ultrathin films curve up into long, light and cost-effective heat-harvesting tubes for high-power generation.
Apr 15, 2018
A new malaria metabolic model may uncover better ways to treat a highly deadly disease.
Apr 15, 2018
An innovative chemical reactor for depositing semiconductors at very high temperatures draws on the strength of Saudi Arabia’s chemical industry.
Apr 15, 2018
A porous cerium-based coating boosts the durability of oxygen-forming catalysts while maintaining their inherent water-splitting activity.
Apr 8, 2018
Standalone power modules that harvest and convert vibrations from their surroundings into electricity could soon fuel future microsystems.
Apr 8, 2018
A risk-based optimization scheme boosts confidence and profitability for future mixed-technology power plants.
Apr 1, 2018
A new ink containing iron oxide nanoparticles can be turned into fully printed and versatile components for cellular networks.
Apr 1, 2018
Oil expert Tadeusz Patzek aims to ensure that efficient recovery of oil and gas remains feasible whilst scientists find alternative green energy sources.
Mar 25, 2018
Spray coating and inkjet-based electronics manufacture are among the industrial applications in which liquid droplets are applied to a surface. But minuscule air bubbles that get trapped beneath the droplet as it lands can affect the coating’s quality and uniformity.
Mar 25, 2018
From farming to healthcare, there are few areas of our lives that couldn’t be enhanced by incorporating flexible CMOS electronics.
Mar 25, 2018
A grimy layer on wastewater filters could slow the spread of antibiotic resistance.
Mar 18, 2018
Faster computations will allow researchers to see the finer details of brain activity in functional brain imaging.
Mar 18, 2018
A technique modeling the combustion characteristics of gasoline blended with biofuels for cleaner and more efficient fuels.
Mar 18, 2018
The availability of high-resolution data collected by miniaturized satellites heralds a turning point in Earth and environmental sensing from space.
Mar 11, 2018
New method offers a means of efficient and high-throughput technique to study the structure of DNA.
Mar 11, 2018
Unveiling new strategies to improve future wireless underwater sensing networks for marine research and communication.
Mar 4, 2018
Understanding how bacteria help convert glacier bedrock into soil could help address desertification.
Mar 4, 2018
A simple chemical surface treatment improves the performance of nanowire ultraviolet light-emitting diodes.
Mar 4, 2018
Materials that normally become damaged inside electron microscopes can now be imaged with atom-scale resolution.
Feb 25, 2018
Corals living in highly saline waters may be more tolerant to rising water temperatures.
Feb 25, 2018
More accurate statistical modeling of extreme weather will improve forecasting and disaster mitigation.
Feb 25, 2018
A technique of microwave synthesis of layered oxides enables high-capacity aqueous zinc-ion batteries.
Feb 18, 2018
A technique that uses the power of computing could solve statistical problems cheaper and faster than current methods.
Feb 18, 2018
Nanomaterial coating enables efficient delivery of CRISPR-Cas9 machinery into the cell.
Feb 18, 2018
Seagrass meadows play a pivotal role in protecting coasts against rising sea levels.
Feb 11, 2018
Safety assurance is the first step in bringing valuable wastewater into use, says Peiying Hong.
Feb 11, 2018
Ying Sun is a multi-award-winning statistician who is inspired by the value of statistics in solving real-world problems.
Feb 11, 2018
2017 recipient of the L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Award Niveen Khashab builds nanoscale ‘miniature machines’ with diverse applications.
Feb 4, 2018
Genetic analyses of a desert bacterium show it could help to improve crop production in arid lands.
Feb 4, 2018
Innovative diode design uses ultrafast quantum tunneling to harvest infrared energy from the environment.
Feb 4, 2018
A metal-organic framework that can take up twice its weight in water and then release it when humidity falls.
Jan 28, 2018
Ultrathin, rigid silicon segments that are wired through interdigitated metal contacts produce ultraflexible high-performance solar cells.
Jan 28, 2018
A method to visualize hidden statistical structure helps make sense of environmental data.
Jan 28, 2018
A comparison of the genomes of two species of coral demonstrates unexpected genetic diversity.
Jan 21, 2018
Geophysical modeling of one of the world’s most important fossil sites reveals the history of the site where early humankind evolved.
Jan 21, 2018
Fine tuning the composition of nitride alloys can further the development of optical and electronic interface devices.
Jan 21, 2018
The protein CD34 is predominantly regarded as a marker of blood-forming stem cells but it helps with migration to the bone marrow too.
Jan 14, 2018
Genomes of single microbial cells isolated from the Red Sea could yield a goldmine for biotechnology.
Jan 14, 2018
Wavy transistors that vertically gain width without increasing their on-chip footprint could drive future flexible displays.
Jan 14, 2018
A model incorporating the physics of ruptures provides valuable information about human-induced earthquakes.
Jan 10, 2018
The transition to renewables will take decades, so we must rush to clean up conventional fuel combustion, says Mani Sarathy.
Jan 7, 2018
The Red Sea has relatively low amounts of floating plastic debris in its surface waters due to fewer sources or faster removal.
Jan 7, 2018
Theoretical simulations reveal how subtle changes in friction on an object’s surface can have a large effect on drag.
Jan 7, 2018
A new statistical technique could be used to more accurately locate global wind resources.
Jan 1, 2018
Synchrotron study reveals oxygen’s influence on the chemistry that surrounds us.
Jan 1, 2018
Coordinated robot swarms can achieve amazing feats, but even a single faulty unit can have serious consequences.
Dec 24, 2017
Jumping genes could make an alga, and its coral host, more tolerant to warming sea temperatures.
Dec 24, 2017
An easy and reliable assembly approach, inspired by building blocks, challenges the current fabrication of electronic systems.
Dec 18, 2017
Some species of fish have special adaptive mechanisms that could improve their chances of surviving the greenhouse effect.
Dec 17, 2017
Tailor-made membranes offer a cleaner method for the industrial-scale separation of chemical mixtures, says Suzana Nunes. But first we need to make their manufacture greener.
Dec 17, 2017
Creating teardrop-like gas cavities around metal spheres enables practically friction-free travel through liquids.
Dec 17, 2017
Trapping molecules on custom-designed porous surfaces becomes easier with a new model that unifies previous theories of adsorption.
Dec 10, 2017
Silicon microelectronics and biomedical fields could benefit from a safe and cost-effective way to synthesize nanoparticles.
Dec 10, 2017
High-speed communication systems based on ultraviolet radiation are now in sight.
Dec 3, 2017
Large-area, two-dimensional semiconductors wired through transparent oxide conductors produce high-performance see-through electronics.
Dec 3, 2017
A new soil classification system, and tools to implement it, helps understanding of the properties of the ground underpinning geo-engineering projects.
Nov 26, 2017
Simple two-component mixtures are good surrogates for studying the ignition properties of next-generation gasolines.
Nov 26, 2017
A loudspeaker design could allow small devices to produce powerful low-frequency sounds.
Nov 19, 2017
Cone-shaped sugar structures can be connected together to form selectively porous nanofiltration membranes.
Nov 19, 2017
Physicists are playing unexpected roles in meeting future global energy challenges by modeling technologies such as fracking.
Nov 19, 2017
Study design allows more rigorous evaluation of complex healthcare interventions.
Nov 12, 2017
Efficiency gains come from tuning the properties of semiconducting materials by combining layers of different composition.
Nov 12, 2017
Treating wastewater with solar irradiation shows promise in reducing two E. coli strains but a resilient strain persists.
Nov 12, 2017
A mild post-fabrication doping approach can boost the solar conversion of quantum dot-based photovoltaic cells.
Nov 5, 2017
Study of the mismatch between spatial environmental data and a commonly used statistical analysis suggests simpler statistics are sufficient in many cases.
Nov 5, 2017
A method for creating nanoparticles without using solvents could lead to environmentally friendly electronics.
Nov 5, 2017
Promising electrochemical technologies for cleaning wastewater are boosted by discovery of extremophilic microbes in the Red Sea.
Oct 29, 2017
A powerful statistical tool could significantly reduce the burden of analyzing very large datasets.
Oct 29, 2017
The world’s warmest sea is heating up faster than the global average, which could challenge the ability of the Red Sea’s organisms to cope.
Oct 25, 2017
Redesigned lithium-ion batteries could help improve the efficiency of orthodontic devices.
Oct 22, 2017
A new computational framework marries ideas from computer graphics with civil engineering to reduce times and costs of constructing frame-based structures.
Oct 22, 2017
A combination of morphological and molecular approaches gives researchers a first glimpse of Red Sea larval fish communities.
Oct 15, 2017
Wind turbines suspended high in the sky have potential as an alternative power source for Saudi Arabia.
Oct 15, 2017
Microbes are dispersed widely over the oceans with islands acting as stepping-stones to help transport of land-based organisms.
Oct 15, 2017
The side-by-side deposition of atomically flat semiconductor sheets enhances solar cell conversion efficiency.
Oct 8, 2017
A perovskite crystal’s powerful light-emitting capabilities could be due to missing atoms in its structure.
Oct 8, 2017
A statistical technique for modeling large datasets improves interpretation of climate and environmental data.
Oct 8, 2017
Symbiotic giant bacteria enable Red Sea surgeonfish to specialize their diets.
Oct 1, 2017
The molten surface of a sodium-based material could assist the direct conversion of methane to useful building blocks.
Oct 1, 2017
Satellite imagery shows how currents shape the Red Sea ecosystem.
Oct 1, 2017
A vibration-driven logic gate could form the basis for the next generation of efficient, low-power computers.
Sep 25, 2017
New evidence of surface-initiated crystallization may improve the efficiency of printable photovoltaic materials.
Sep 25, 2017
A novel type of electronic component made from a blend of polymer materials could enable more effective circuitry.
Sep 17, 2017
Emerging technologies are poised to transform how we observe the Earth.
Sep 17, 2017
Insight into the thermal decomposition of a potential fuel additive shows it could promote cleaner and more efficient combustion.
Sep 17, 2017
Simple chemicals called glycol ethers help make better perovskite thin films for solar cells.
Sep 14, 2017
An underwater wireless optical communications system for streaming high-quality, live video.
Sep 10, 2017
Advances in how science is presented means that visual tools can inspire research, as well as make its results accessible to the world.
Sep 10, 2017
New 3D visualizations that reveal how flames respond to electric fields could help improve combustion efficiency and reduce pollution.
Sep 3, 2017
A new statistical approach for environmental measurements lets the data determine how to model extreme events.
Sep 3, 2017
Introducing asymmetry across the two sides of atomically thin materials brings new opportunities in semiconductors.
Sep 1, 2017
Coral ecosystems may be able to adapt rapidly to climate change through natural plastic responses.
Aug 27, 2017
Metallic nanostructures that slow down light dramatically can triple the efficiency of solar-based hydrogen fuel generation.
Aug 27, 2017
When faced with high salinity, the tiny plant cells within coral tissue alter their metabolites to better cope with stress.
Aug 27, 2017
Photosensitive perovskites change shape when exposed to light.
Aug 20, 2017
A faster approach for computer detection of moving objects in video takes us a step closer to mimicking the reflexive detection ability of the animal visual system.
Aug 20, 2017
Smartphones put state-of-the-art 3D particle tracking in the hands of the masses.
Aug 13, 2017
Flatter materials have fewer imperfections, which makes for better solar cells and light sensors.
Aug 13, 2017
Surface wettability has little effect on atmospheric water gathering, but edge structure is crucial.
Aug 6, 2017
Dual-functioning MOF material autonomously ensures indoor humidity is just right.
Aug 6, 2017
Sifting through huge amounts of data may bring better understanding of whale shark social structures, protein targets for drug therapies and disease-causing genes.
Aug 6, 2017
Herbal remedy plants native to Saudi Arabia are shown to have potential as treatments for cancer.
Jul 30, 2017
Modeling leads to a better understanding of the role El Niño plays in increasing rainfall along the coast of the Red Sea.
Jul 29, 2017
A nature-based technique paves the way for cheaper and environmentally friendly liquid-repellent materials.
Jul 22, 2017
3D-printed, disposable sensors capable of detecting noxious gases and changes in temperature and humidity could revolutionize environmental monitoring.
Jul 22, 2017
Plants can reprogram their genetic material to mount a defensive response against pathogens, which may have applications for agriculture.
Jul 15, 2017
Synchronized emissions from innovative on-chip lasers create possibilities for inexpensive artificial neural networks.
Jul 15, 2017
Mangroves, seagrass meadows, seaweeds and saltmarshes, the forests of the sea, perform a vital and often overlooked role in storing carbon and mitigating the effects of climate change.
Jul 8, 2017
A systematic approach to selecting and configuring statistical models improves predictions of extreme events.
Jul 8, 2017
Spiky-shaped additives help antimicrobial coatings sense and inhibit bacteria growth on dental devices.
Jul 1, 2017
Insights into the thermal behavior of metal-nitride nanowires could open new avenues in optical electronics.
Jul 1, 2017
Protection zones for coasts and oceans are an effective way to help marine and human communities to adapt to climate change.
Jun 24, 2017
The genome sequences of two "false" corals offer a window into the evolution of calcification, which may help their reef-building cousins.
Jun 24, 2017
A simple treatment of nickel to make it an efficient catalyst for water splitting.
Jun 17, 2017
A floating membrane that uses sunlight to evaporate water shows potential for water purification.
Jun 17, 2017
Wind intensities and wave heights in the Red Sea are decreasing over time—potential for a significant impact on its ecosystem.
Jun 10, 2017
Two proteins produced by a single gene interact to keep the genome in check.
Jun 10, 2017
Data from a global oceanographic expedition predict how rising temperatures influence increase in plankton populations.
Jun 6, 2017
The movement of DNA molecules seemingly explained by random motion conceals a more orderly march.
Jun 5, 2017
A coating of molybdenum improves the efficiency of catalysts for producing hydrogen.
Jun 3, 2017
A unique investigation highlights how excess nitrogen can trigger coral bleaching in the absence of heat stress.
May 27, 2017
Car manufacturers could clean up vehicle exhausts using a new model of gasoline combustion developed using experimental data.
May 27, 2017
Passionate plant scientist Mark Tester conducts ground-breaking research into plants that could one day help feed the world.
May 20, 2017
Tungsten and titanium compounds join forces to turn a common alkane into other hydrocarbons.
May 20, 2017
The surface proteins responsible for navigating immune cells to sites of inflammation are identified.
May 17, 2017
A breakthrough in generating water-stable metal-organic frameworks allows efficient removal of water from gases.
May 15, 2017
Conjugated polymers designed with a twist produce tiny, brightly fluorescent particles with broad applications.
May 13, 2017
A remarkable collaboration, drawing parallels between human and animal ecology, uses data from smartphones to protect vulnerable species.
May 6, 2017
The work of a small group specializing in demystifying proteins is having far-reaching effects.
May 6, 2017
A new method for shaping the waveform generated by multi-antenna radar systems is inexpensive and practical.
Apr 29, 2017
Careful marine management and stricter fishing laws could enable Saudi Arabia’s coral reefs to thrive.
Apr 29, 2017
A new tool uses genetic and clinical information to find the root cause of unexplained illnesses.
Apr 24, 2017
An international, multidisciplinary collaboration that led to the world’s first underwater robotic avatar.
Apr 24, 2017
A flexible, carbon-based device that responds to humidity in two ways can sense 3D objects without touching them.
Apr 18, 2017
Atlantic surface circulation transports high loads of plastic debris to remote Arctic waters.
Apr 15, 2017
Statistical monitoring technology can detect serious falls and immediately warn healthcare providers.
Apr 15, 2017
Stressed dinoflagellates rewrite their genes during transcription.
Apr 15, 2017
Stable and recyclable materials synthesized using intrinsically porous polymers selectively retain CO2 from exhaust emissions and natural gas.
Apr 8, 2017
New nano-sized sensors provide unprecedented data on how heat diffuses in and out of living cells.
Apr 8, 2017
An ultrathin semiconducting sheet showing gas-responsive electronic properties may lead to highly sensitive gas sensors.
Apr 8, 2017
A biological sensor can identify and quantify the activity of a little-known class of plant hormones, strigolactones.
Apr 1, 2017
Using a plasma to alter the atomic composition of two-dimensional materials could make them better catalysts.
Apr 1, 2017
Enzyme follows a two-step verification system before cutting and repairing DNA damage.
Mar 26, 2017
Understanding how small organic ions stabilize gold nanoparticles may allow for better control.
Mar 25, 2017
Discovery of a novel rotational force inside magnetic vortices makes it easier to design ultrahigh capacity disk drives.
Mar 25, 2017
A repository of metabolic information provides a quick reference tool for designing useful synthetic biological systems.
Mar 18, 2017
A new method for visually presenting complex data distributions provides a much-needed tool for management, analysis and interpretation.
Mar 18, 2017
Deformable thermoelectric materials add a new twist to the design of energy-scavenging devices.
Mar 18, 2017
The Red Sea provides opportunities to coral bleaching and inform future practices to help safeguard the world’s coral reef ecosystems.
Mar 11, 2017
Plunging hot spheres into viscous liquids reveals a way to reduce fluid resistance without complex engineering procedures.
Mar 11, 2017
Controlling the orientation of hybrid perovskite crystals offers large-scale structural purity and new properties.
Mar 4, 2017
Tunable porous MOF materials interface with electrodes to sound the alarm at the first sniff of hydrogen sulfide.
Mar 4, 2017
A statistical model that accounts for common dependencies in spatial data yields more realistic results for studies of temperature, wind and pollution levels.
Mar 4, 2017
An efficient wireless signal optimization scheme achieves peak performance for next-generation mobile communications.
Mar 2, 2017
Varying the thickness of crystallizing materials facilitates control over the patterns and properties of crystals.
Feb 25, 2017
A statistical technique for automatically cleaning erroneous data from weather-balloon observations will improve the accuracy of weather forecasting.
Feb 25, 2017
Autonomously pairing network users could expand the capability of the next generation of wireless networks
Feb 21, 2017
Africa now joins Southeast Asia in hosting parasites partially resistant to the first-line antimalaria drug, artemisinin.
Feb 19, 2017
Highly sensitive electron cameras allow researchers to see the atomic structure of metal-organic frameworks.
Feb 18, 2017
Access to valley-polarized charge carriers by magnetic doping could transform electronics.
Feb 18, 2017
Genome sequences of dinoflagellate algae indicate how they maintain their symbiotic relationship with corals.
Feb 18, 2017
Studying dusty air, especially in the Middle East, which is part of the Earth’s notorious dust belt, has both local and global significance.
Feb 11, 2017
An antibiotic resistant strain of bacteria found circulating in Jeddah’s municipal wastewater could have severe implications for public health.
Feb 11, 2017
Inscribing porous, carbonized patterns into a polymer creates sensitive electrodes that detect biological molecules.
Feb 9, 2017
The close association between corals and bacteria may help protect coral from heat stress and bleaching.
Feb 7, 2017
The high-quality sequencing of a quinoa genome brings new potential for global food security.
Feb 4, 2017
A simple model is shown to accurately predict the electronic properties of a combination of 2D semiconductors.
Feb 4, 2017
A new approach to analyzing household electricity: smart-meter data could improve the performance and efficiency of national power grids.
Jan 28, 2017
Sensitive detection of partial faults in antenna systems could prevent performance degradation in wireless networks.
Jan 28, 2017
A gene-editing method shows promise for using targeted gene-replacement therapy in living organisms.
Jan 22, 2017
“Historians will look back on this era as the tipping point for marine agriculture,” said Carlos Duarte.
Jan 21, 2017
A material made by combining a metal and a polymer can help generate hydrogen and fresh water from wastewater.
Jan 21, 2017
Pairing two catalysts in a single, illuminated reaction flask proves to be a light-bulb moment for organic synthesis.
Jan 14, 2017
Hybrid organic-inorganic materials can self-assemble into tiny doughnut-like structures.
Jan 14, 2017
The dynamic three-dimensional organization of chromosomal structure can profoundly influence plant gene expression.
Jan 9, 2017
A highly efficient mathematical solver designed to run on graphics processors gives scientists and engineers a powerful new tool for a common computational problem.
Jan 7, 2017
Reliable processing of an efficient solar cell material depends on how the solvent is removed.
Jan 2, 2017
High-speed fabrication developed at KAUST can turn out adhesive and flexible electronic devices in any shape imaginable.
Dec 27, 2016
A new data-mining strategy that offers unprecedented pattern search speed could glean new insights from massive datasets.
Dec 18, 2016
Surrounding silver nanoclusters with hydrogen-rich shells offers new opportunities in catalysis and opto-electronics.
Dec 17, 2016
Identification of candidate pathways in clownfish shows they can control responses to population alterations.
Dec 11, 2016
Advanced numerical models are helping researchers identify potential sites to exploit offshore wind and wave energy in the Red Sea region.
Dec 11, 2016
Research at KAUST finds that silver atoms can be crafted into a box-shaped nanocluster by careful selection of ligand molecules.
Dec 3, 2016
The characterization of compounds produced in combustion could lead to cleaner, more efficient power stations.
Dec 3, 2016
An advanced numerical model is helping researchers better understand the variability of the Red Sea’s climate patterns.
Nov 26, 2016
A statistics-driven method for the early detection of emerging problems in industrial processes could improve industrial safety, reliability and productivity.
Nov 26, 2016
New technique lays the foundation for greener transport fuels and next-generation engines.
Nov 19, 2016
Wafer-thin, scratch-proof films can generate a rainbow of colors using random metallic nanostructures.
Nov 19, 2016
Microscale energy storage units for wearable and miniaturized electronic devices are improved using porous materials.
Nov 16, 2016
Real-time genetic detailing of rice plants highlights the roles of different loci in response to salt stress during growth.
Nov 12, 2016
Standardized reporting of energy conversion efficiency could help to develop photocatalysts to produce renewable fuels.
Nov 9, 2016
Optical elements that diffract light could lead to smaller and more powerful cameras.
Nov 5, 2016
Sophisticated statistical methods can detect ozone pollution hot spots and monitor instrument failure.
Nov 5, 2016
KAUST researchers are working to find new ways of monitoring irrigation, crop health and yields.
Oct 29, 2016
Fleeting bursts of light and electrons reveal traps that hamper solar cells and sensors.
Oct 22, 2016
New heights reached for solids that capture carbon dioxide at low concentrations in gas mixtures.
Oct 22, 2016
Tin selenide is an effective host for storing sodium ions, making it a promising material for sodium ion batteries.
Oct 15, 2016
Smart bandage technology provides instant updates on the condition of chronic wounds through a mobile phone app.
Oct 15, 2016
A clean, green, metal-free approach to making high-performance polycarbonates.
Oct 8, 2016
Software that automatically recognizes surfaces within complex three-dimensional images can benefit petroleum extraction.
Oct 8, 2016
Algorithms that train computers to automatically detect human activity in videos can improve online searches and real-world surveillance systems.
Oct 1, 2016
Certain bacteria-based water treatment systems may help prevent the spread of antibiotic resistance.
Oct 1, 2016
Images of from a high-speed camera reveal a microbead formation process during the vapor explosion of liquid metal dropping into a pool of water.
Sep 24, 2016
A genome for the blacktail butterflyfish may illustrate how reef fish adapt to challenging conditions in the Red Sea.
Sep 24, 2016
New sensor design paves the way for safer and more effective brain monitoring.
Sep 24, 2016
Carefully designed crystal structures can now be tuned to control how they transmit acoustic waves.
Sep 17, 2016
Antibodies directed against cancer stem cells could help patients with acute myeloid leukemia.
Sep 17, 2016
A biocompatible nanomaterial that can be controlled with light finds a use in gene delivery.
Sep 12, 2016
Carbon storage by coastal macro algae is a significant but neglected aspect of the global carbon budget.
Sep 10, 2016
Satellite radar image analysis reveals that rifting in Iceland exhibits simultaneous horizontal and sideways movement.
Sep 3, 2016
Mapping the genetics underlying barley yields helps pinpoint mutations responsible for increasing the crop’s salt tolerance.
Aug 27, 2016
New software generates three-dimensional models of buildings, with applications for disaster relief support.
Aug 27, 2016
Tweaking the structure of metal-organic frameworks could transform the capacity to use methane as a fuel.
Aug 27, 2016
Imploding bubbles improve the growth of single-crystalline perovskite solar cell thin films.
Aug 20, 2016
High-resolution modeling improves understanding of dust flow from Africa across the Red Sea toward the Arabian peninsula.
Aug 20, 2016
Exploiting the properties of disordered chaotic systems leads to low-cost energy harvesting and innovative micro-surgery applications.
Aug 20, 2016
Surface deformation caused by magma rising within the crust may in turn have prevented a volcanic eruption in Saudi Arabia.
Aug 13, 2016
Nanocrystals that generate white light could help combine lighting and communications systems into one.
Aug 13, 2016
Researchers round up clues to track down enhancers.
Aug 13, 2016
Atom-by-atom deposition leads to low-cost, high-performance transparent electronic materials.
Aug 6, 2016
A sketch-based query for searching for relationships among objects in images could enhance the power and utility of image search tools.
Aug 6, 2016
Understanding the impact of surface defects underpins improved efficiency of hybrid organic/inorganic solar cells.
Aug 6, 2016
Nonsurfactant polymers template produces a highly porous, three-dimensional inorganic crystal to enhance catalysis and separation.
Aug 1, 2016
Evolutionary alterations to circadian rhythm genes help reef fish adapt to the higher levels of carbon dioxide of future oceans.
Jul 30, 2016
A signal processing technique that makes use of seismic echoes is able to image subsurface geology at unprecedented resolution.
Jul 30, 2016
Researchers uncover a potential treasure trove of microbes living with mangroves.
Jul 23, 2016
Ferroelectric tunnel junction promises low-power, high-density data storage.
Jul 23, 2016
A statistics-based data compression scheme cuts data storage requirements for large-scale climate simulations by as much as 98 percent.
Jul 16, 2016
Metabolic route explorer helps to optimize the pathways for artificial biosynthesis of valuable products.
Jul 16, 2016
A population study of whale sharks in the Red Sea reveals unique group dynamics.
Jul 9, 2016
A clearer understanding of how flame is affected by electric fields paves the way for advanced electrically assisted combustion technology.
Jul 9, 2016
Altering a single atom in a silver nanocluster considerably changes its properties, creating an exciting opportunity to design these clusters.
Jul 9, 2016
Adjusting the cooking time is all it takes to tune the magnetic properties of these multi-functional iron nanowires.
Jul 7, 2016
The efficient purification of propylene using a fine-tuned porous material delivers advances in petrochemical production.
Jul 2, 2016
An efficient simulation scheme that hones in on the rarest elements in a dataset can help predict capacity exceedances in wireless networks.
Jul 2, 2016
Adding a gas enhances the processing of hybrid organic-inorganic materials for improved solar cells.
Jun 25, 2016
Existing systems for predicting protein structure are outperformed by a newly developed method.
Jun 25, 2016
Graphene quantum dots can improve the efficiency of silicon solar cells.
Jun 25, 2016
Carefully-designed meta-surfaces are used to build acoustic lenses that can transmit highly focused sound waves.
Jun 18, 2016
A statistical model that accurately describes rainfall at both extremes opens the way for more reliable predictions of flood and drought risk.
Jun 18, 2016
Biology has inspired new ways to harvest and collect water.
Jun 11, 2016
Innovative chemistry has produced synthetic membranes with improved properties for industry, research and biomedicine.
Jun 6, 2016
Combining methods for water desalination results in low-cost, highly efficient water production.
Jun 4, 2016
Automated learning of an individual’s movement patterns shared over mobile and social networks could help us to connect better.
May 31, 2016
A new understanding of why tungsten-doped thin films degrade so rapidly in air may lead to better designs for semiconductor technologies.
May 28, 2016
Zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles may help destroy difficult-to-treat triple-negative breast cancer tumors.
May 21, 2016
Smart threads can be woven into pressure-sensitive electronic skin for robots or medical prosthetics.
May 21, 2016
Understanding the dynamics of electrons in polymers will enable more efficient solar cells.
May 17, 2016
Ocean cruise studies input of PAHs from the atmosphere into the ocean.
May 14, 2016
The Red Sea may be a treasure chest of potential new drugs.
May 14, 2016
Small non-coding RNAs thought to be found in testes are also present in the adult mouse brain.
May 7, 2016
Layered MXene semiconductors enable efficient thermoelectric power generators.
May 7, 2016
A novel logic gate allows for added electronic functionality.
Apr 30, 2016
Improved random modeling allows scientists to generate realistic patterns of high-frequency rainfall.
Apr 30, 2016
A data readout scheme achieves an unprecedented reduction in power consumption for a promising high-performance resistive memory architecture.
Apr 30, 2016
Self-cleaning graphene-coated membranes remove water pollutants while harvesting energy from microbial decomposition.
Apr 23, 2016
A gene linked to plant stress response helps to prevent the production of defective proteins.
Apr 23, 2016
Metal-organic frameworks are effective in separating linear from branched paraffins.
Apr 16, 2016
Consistent around the world's ocean, the phases of the moon affect the upward migration of the world’s most abundant type of fish for feeding.
Apr 16, 2016
A graphics technique is the first to identify people based on their sketching style.
Apr 16, 2016
A better understanding of fuel ignition processes in internal combustion engines could help break new barriers in fuel efficiency and emission reductions.
Apr 9, 2016
Semiconductor light-emitting diodes fabricated on a metal substrate are less prone to overheating.
Apr 9, 2016
Thin flakes of silver make robust and flexible electrodes for pressure sensors.
Apr 2, 2016
Insight into the role of sulfur-bearing ligands provides a better handle on ways to synthesize asymmetric metal nanoparticles.
Mar 26, 2016
A complex computational model provides a more accurate description of soot formation.
Mar 26, 2016
A simulation scheme for aerodynamic turbulence could replace expensive wind tunnel tests.
Mar 19, 2016
Integrating large-area perovskite crystals into simple circuitry leads to optical sensors with high bandwidth and sensitivity.
Mar 19, 2016
Combining quantum dots and organic molecules can enable solar cells to capture more of the sun’s light.
Mar 12, 2016
Ultrafast imaging reveals the influence of even ultrasmall surface roughness on inkjet printing.
Mar 12, 2016
Infrared pulse sets molecules vibrating, freeing trapped charges and boosting current.
Mar 5, 2016
Bringing three powerful chemical groups together offers new possibilities in drug development.
Feb 27, 2016
Precise rate constants could provide high-fidelity combustion models for cleaner and more efficient fuels.
Feb 27, 2016
Studies conducted at the Saudi Aramco-KAUST Marine Environmental Research Center provide new insights into the physical and biological aspects of the Red Sea.
Feb 20, 2016
A new mathematical model explains how random factors affect the production of proteins within the cells.
Feb 20, 2016
Satellite imagery shows that the Red Sea’s mangrove forests have increased, not decreased, over the last 40 or so years.
Feb 18, 2016
A paper-based sensor that mimics the sensory functions of human skin has been developed for the first time from low-cost and commonly available household materials.
Feb 13, 2016
Expert knowledge in the field of DNA and RNA sequencing puts KAUST at the forefront of high-impact pathogen research.
Feb 13, 2016
Learning how an aluminum compound binds to silica may pave the way to a reliable petrochemical catalyst.
Feb 6, 2016
Next-generation mobile networks can use cloud computing algorithms to manage the increasingly high data demands of users.
Jan 30, 2016
An interactive computational tool opens new possibilities for "developable" surfaces.
Jan 30, 2016
Seagrass genome reveals the structural and physiological adaptations needed for plants to survive and thrive in the marine environment.
Jan 23, 2016
The surface structure of magnetite is crucial to its performance in magnetism-based electronic applications.
Jan 16, 2016
Transparent crystals that grow from heated solutions offer an improved material for detecting ultraviolet light.
Jan 9, 2016
Planar designs are used to model complex curved surfaces, with applications from architecture to 3D prints.
Jan 2, 2016
Current models that predict ocean surface conditions overestimate wave patterns in the middle of the Red Sea.
Jan 2, 2016
Graphene oxide combined with a polymer membrane creates a barrier that is selectively permeable to carbon dioxide.
Dec 26, 2015
Novel solid-state materials may hold the key to cleaner fuels and cheap, efficient gas storage.
Dec 19, 2015
Novel use of gaming technology enables researchers to 'step inside' the brain.
Dec 19, 2015
Direct imaging of a single DNA molecule provides insights into fundamental biological processes.
Dec 12, 2015
The right blend of polymers enables rapid and molecule-selective filtering of tiny particles from water.
Dec 12, 2015
Growing high-quality films of hybrid perovskite materials takes solution-processed phototransistors to new levels of performance.
Dec 5, 2015
Dust plays a critical role in determining rainfall over the Middle East and North Africa.
Dec 5, 2015
Experimental and numerical studies reveal the combustion properties of blended fuels at elevated pressures.
Nov 28, 2015
Ship-based studies of dust levels above the Red Sea reveal significant variations and confirm the reliability of satellite monitoring.
Nov 21, 2015
A low-cost, copper-based flexible and stretchable antenna improves far-field data communication in wearable electronics.
Nov 21, 2015
Atomically thin heterogeneous semiconductors with tunable electronic properties pave the way for next-generation two-dimensional devices.
Nov 14, 2015
A new biosensor made of laser-etched electrodes on a gold-coated polymer may provide an effective and cost-efficient way to assess heart disease risk.
Nov 14, 2015
An electron microscope fitted with a femtosecond laser visualizes the dynamics of excited carriers on the surface of a material in real space and time.
Nov 14, 2015
Capturing the hidden details of coalescence cascades that connect bubbles and droplets may improve oil extraction practices.
Nov 10, 2015
Harnessing a bacterial system of defense can protect plants against viral pathogens.
Nov 7, 2015
Modelling reveals how atmospheric dust influences daytime patterns of energy transfer from sunlight.
Nov 7, 2015
Chemical reaction modeling and combustion experiments reveal how 2-methylbutanol would behave in advanced engines.
Nov 7, 2015
A combination of state-of-the-art sensors and standardized data analysis will transform research for tracking animals and humans.
Oct 31, 2015
Environmentally friendly butanol additives improve gasoline performance in spark ignition engines.
Oct 31, 2015
Metallic nanostructures absorb light better than any other known structures.
Oct 31, 2015
Biocompatible tactile sensors based on magnetic hair-like structures enable new applications for touch sensors.
Oct 24, 2015
A solvent-free technique for creating adsorbent materials could reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
Oct 24, 2015
An atomically precise investigation reveals close similarities between silver and gold nanoparticles.
Oct 17, 2015
A mineral used in electrochemical devices that was thought to be a semiconductor is now identified as a metal.
Oct 17, 2015
Ultrafast cameras spy surprising air-trapping effects intrinsic to droplet-based technologies such as inkjet printing.
Oct 10, 2015
High-speed imaging of perfect ice spheres free-falling in water reveals surprising insights into drag reduction.
Oct 3, 2015
A statistical method helps to identify abnormal signals in electroencephalograms and locate their source in the brain.
Oct 3, 2015
Arrays of tiny silver nanolenses can detect a unique mutation with the potential to cause cancer among a mix of human peptides.
Oct 3, 2015
Conflict and economic crises, combined with pollution control measures, are changing the air above the Middle East.
Sep 26, 2015
Insight into additional functions of a key cancer protein could pave the way for new anti-cancer drugs.
Sep 26, 2015
Subtle changes to the composition of a semiconductor structure enable laser light at colors previously not thought possible.
Sep 26, 2015
Detailed analysis of nutrient distribution and circulation in the Red Sea could provide a model for the future of the world’s oceans.
Sep 19, 2015
Stable air layers that wrap around liquid drops can retain their remarkable geometries a thousand times longer than theory predicts.
Sep 19, 2015
Functions of interacting molecular complexes are uncovered through a novel method of aligning the interaction interface of each complex.
Sep 12, 2015
Proteins that have dual roles in the molecular processing of RNA could be manipulated to produce tougher plants.
Sep 12, 2015
Analysis of sea anemone genome yields unprecedented detail of anemone-algae symbiosis, and may provide a model for coral symbiosis.
Sep 5, 2015
A modern twist on a traditional biochemistry technique lets scientists study interactions that trap cells in circulation.
Sep 5, 2015
Simulations show that an actuated jet of air from the wing can dramatically improve the aerodynamic performance of micro-aircraft such as drones.
Aug 31, 2015
Termination sites of DNA are shown to stop slow-moving replication forks but not faster ones.
Aug 29, 2015
Chemical tricks improve the efficiency and durability of photothermal membranes that use sunlight to turn water into steam.
Aug 29, 2015
A novel computing technique recognizes and captures the distinctive surface patterns appearing in videos and images.
Aug 22, 2015
Wastewater treatments based on bioelectrochemical systems can generate energy while removing potentially toxic compounds.
Aug 22, 2015
Performance analysis reveals how different resource allocation schemes may impact the energy efficiency of a cognitive radio system.
Aug 22, 2015
Novel use of sensors and associated high-resolution imaging in agriculture aims to facilitate a more sustainable future.
Aug 22, 2015
An integrated set of genetic mechanisms controls whether bees behave as foragers or nurses.
Aug 15, 2015
Perfect interfaces between sheets of two-dimensional semiconductors enable advanced electronic devices.
Aug 15, 2015
Simulations reveal the final moments of a fuel droplet as it combusts in a spray injection engine.
Aug 15, 2015
Elevated bacterial populations in waters near beaches and urban areas could pose a problem for desalination plants.
Aug 8, 2015
Quantum dots improve the performance of cost-effective, solution-processed solar cells.
Aug 8, 2015
Performance improvements of indium zinc oxide transistors could lead to enhanced transparent displays for screens and phones.
Aug 1, 2015
A material for filtration that is easy and cheap to produce could aid water treatment, solvent filtration and membrane-catalysis.
Aug 1, 2015
A surprisingly simple algorithm helps computers perceive individual objects inside videos from their movement patterns.
Jul 27, 2015
An improved wireless communication protocol enables more robust links between remote electronic devices.
Jul 27, 2015
Some coral reef fish species don’t settle very close to home.
Jul 25, 2015
Specialized word search method sheds light on phenotypic similarity of diseases.
Jul 20, 2015
A coral reef fish can acclimate to warm temperatures in just two generations.
Jul 13, 2015
Identifying noise in communication signals helps to filter out glitches and improve transmission quality.
Jul 13, 2015
Treated wastewater may be suitable for some irrigation uses, but antibiotic-resistant microbes could be cause for concern.
Jul 11, 2015
A fast computational method optimizes sensor measurement networks for noisy, sparsely observed environments.
Jul 11, 2015
An oxide layer optimized to selectively transmit electrons can improve the efficiency of organic solar cells beyond 10 percent.
Jul 7, 2015
Transistor designs based on nanotubes could considerably reduce the power demands of computers.
Jul 7, 2015
A look at life in the depths of the ocean reveals an efficient system of pumping carbon out of the atmosphere.
Jun 27, 2015
Making the pores of metal-organic frameworks smaller could open up new opportunities in gas separation techniques.
Jun 27, 2015
A tiny device broadens the bandwith to enable absorption with wide-reaching potential for electrical engineering.
Jun 20, 2015
Tiny carriers assembled from oppositely charged nanoparticles open to release their cargo under light exposure.
Jun 20, 2015
A coral named for KAUST could provide a glimpse of future reef conditions under climate change.
Jun 13, 2015
Funding from KAUST is helping to bring innovative solar power technology to fruition with startup company QD Solar.
Jun 13, 2015
An improved peak fitting procedure enables a better determination of protein structures.
Jun 6, 2015
The fabrication of branched titanium dioxide nanomaterials enhances the connectivity in solar cells for a better performance.
May 30, 2015
An algorithm that maximizes the difference between data categories achieves high accuracy in classifying faces.
May 30, 2015
Magnetic nanowires with weak magnetic fields and low frequencies can destroy cancer cells without generating heat.
May 26, 2015
The emergence of two volcanic islands in the Red Sea suggests a larger underlying event linked to African-Arabian plate separation.
May 26, 2015
A new computational framework shows how pathogens interact with host cells at the metabolic level.
May 16, 2015
Rather than migrating, whale sharks in Tanzania hide surprisingly close to home year-round.
May 16, 2015
Thin film membranes could efficiently separate carbon dioxide and other gases from mixed gas flow streams.
May 16, 2015
A catalyst that helps develop a new route to break up carbon dioxide uses a renewable source of clean energy.
May 9, 2015
Efficiently extracting the charge required by quantum dot solar cells can be controlled by chemically configuring molecules.
May 9, 2015
A warmer Red Sea may be more productive due to the influence of winter monsoons.
May 9, 2015
A statistical approach that can find patterns in large data sets, even in the event of missing or incorrect figures, is proving useful from genomic studies through to planning a marine reserve.
May 2, 2015
DNA sequencing of reef fish microbiomes shows that diet is all-important.
May 2, 2015
A microchip designed to generate and control rogue waves of light on the nano-scale has many potential applications.
Apr 25, 2015
Analyses of marine bacteria offer insights into processes of carbon storage and release beneath the sea.
Apr 25, 2015
Highlighting sustainability and the work of female researchers was a strong focus of the international KAUST-US NSF electronics conference.
Apr 25, 2015
A woven carbon cloth coated in a conducting polymer and an oxide-material provides a stable way of storing energy.
Apr 25, 2015
Lightweight and low-cost device uses friction inside paper-based coils to transform mechanical motion into electricity.
Apr 25, 2015
KAUST’s new supercomputer will enable ground-breaking scientific modeling and analysis in Saudi Arabia and worldwide.
Apr 18, 2015
A fast and cost-efficient fabrication process for high-quality perovskite crystals bridges the gap to silicon.
Apr 18, 2015
An inkjet-printed surface can turn fog into drinking water using bio-inspired micropatterning and adhesion technology.
Apr 18, 2015
Smart, stretchable pads open up a new approach for thermotherapy.
Apr 4, 2015
Replacing the organic molecules surrounding atomically precise silver nanoparticles prepares them for practical applications.
Apr 4, 2015
An underwater landslide triggered by the 2011 earthquake in Japan may have exacerbated the resulting tsunami.
Mar 28, 2015
Whole-genome sequencing of the bacterium responsible for a cholera outbreak reveals a population structure missed by traditional methods.
Mar 28, 2015
The discovery of the incandescent light bulb has transformed human existence. New LED technologies promise to be the next step forward.
Mar 21, 2015
A new collaboration could lead to supercomputers emulating the efficiency of the brain.
Mar 21, 2015
Electron-rich organic polymers boost power conversion in solar cells.
Mar 16, 2015
Producing hydrogen from water is improved by creating an orderly catalyst.
Mar 16, 2015
Researchers reveal a low-impact synthetic strategy for producing supported small nickel nanoparticles – a powerful catalytic form of the metal.
Mar 16, 2015
A leader in desalination science, TorOve Leiknes gives water treatment research in Saudi Arabia a major boost.
Feb 6, 2015
KAUST’s Earth Science and Engineering Program is underpinned by a drive to develop sustainable ways to get the best from natural resources and quantify environmental hazards.
Feb 6, 2015
Evolution has left alone the protective functions of noncoding sequences of the human genetic blueprint.
Feb 6, 2015
State-of-the-art facilities and world-class research projects give rise to thriving start-up companies based at KAUST.
Feb 6, 2015
KAUST Center for Desert Agriculture leads research to improve crop yields from desert soils.
Feb 6, 2015
Sustainable energy generation boosted by a nanoscale device that converts thermal infrared radiation to an electrical current.
Feb 1, 2015
Discovery of the molecular mechanism by which a protein confers salt tolerance in plants could boost crop yields in high-saline soils.
Dec 26, 2014
Resistance to a popular herbicide provides insight into the control of a key biosynthetic pathway.
Dec 26, 2014
Single-cell analysis of microbes from Red Sea deep brine pools reveals the genetic innovations needed to thrive in extreme conditions.
Dec 26, 2014
Lactate plays an unexpected role in brain function.
Dec 24, 2014
Nanoparticles with pores that expand and shrink could prove valuable for biochemical research and drug delivery applications.
Dec 24, 2014
An enzyme involved in maintaining genome fidelity goes through seven steps to recognize its DNA substrates.
Dec 24, 2014
Devilrays soak up the sun’s heat then make some of the deepest and fastest dives ever recorded in the ocean.
Dec 24, 2014
Theoretical studies analyze the nature of the bonding relationship between conjugated polymers and carbon-based materials.
Dec 24, 2014
Nanoscale thin films containing unconventional, glass-like magnetic states can lead to the development of novel charge-spin coupled devices.
Dec 23, 2014
Generators embedded in windows produce electricity from the temperature differential between an air-conditioned interior and a sunny outside world.
Dec 23, 2014
Chaotic optical resonators can trap more light energy than their orderly counterparts.
Dec 23, 2014
Floating paper cubes containing low-cost, inkjet printed electronic sensors can wirelessly monitor floods in real time.
Dec 23, 2014
Light absorption capacity of quantum dot solar cells may soon reach the infrared.
Dec 23, 2014
A single photon can free two electrons within a nanocrystal of silver sulfide, revealing its promise as a solar cell material.
Dec 23, 2014
First-time reports of the statistical properties of ‘whirlpools’ show they are frequent and seasonal.
Dec 23, 2014
KAUST’s Clean Combustion Research Center aims to develop technologies for future fuel formulations, more efficient engines, and new methods for power generation.
Dec 23, 2014
Chemically fine-tuning the structure of a class of light porous materials allows efficient and selective removal of CO2 from air.
Dec 23, 2014
Multitasking ferroelectric polymer could store or process data faster than its rivals.
Dec 22, 2014
Graphene-based capacitors prove useful in advanced non-linear electronics.
Dec 22, 2014
A novel algorithm promises faster functionality for the world’s largest optical-near infrared telescope.
Dec 20, 2014
Enzymes crucial to parasite growth offer clues in fight against malaria.
Dec 17, 2014
Resins improve bacterial performance in converting seawater to potable supply.
Dec 17, 2014
Mysterious deep dwelling fish are vastly more plentiful than previously thought and are likely to play a major role in ocean carbon budgets.
Dec 17, 2014
Bendable electronics could help make robust wearable devices that can continuously monitor a person’s health.
Dec 14, 2014
The ability to more precisely design an industrial material will support broad applications such as the storage of gas, including CO2.
Dec 13, 2014
Regulating an overlooked set of genes may help biologists manipulate cells to find new therapy options.
Dec 9, 2014
Streamlining the process to fabricate quantum dot devices could improve their potential as low-cost, flexible solar cells.