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“The biggest challenge for geophysicists? Learning machine learning's ‘new language' from the world of statistics.” Machine learning is transforming geoscience, and Gerard Schuster explains how. This conversation explores key ML applications in seismic interpretation, the role of convolutional neural networks in fault detection, and why hands-on labs are essential for mastering these techniques. With real-world examples and insights from his new book, Machine Learning Methods in Geoscience, this episode delivers practical knowledge for integrating ML into geophysics. KEY TAKEAWAYS > Why ML matters for geoscientists – The demand for ML skills is growing, and Jerry shares how this shift shapes education and careers. > CNNs in action – Convolutional neural networks are used to detect rock cracks in Saudi Arabia through drone imagery. > Transformers vs. traditional neural networks – Transformers process seismic data differently by capturing long-range dependencies, offering new advantages. NEXT STEP Explore Machine Learning Methods in Geoscience by Gerard Schuster, featuring hands-on MATLAB and Colab labs. Get the book and start applying ML techniques today! https://library.seg.org/doi/epdf/10.1190/1.9781560804048.fm TEXT A FRIEND These are great insights on how ML is actually being used in seismic work, not just theory. https://seg.org/podcasts/episode-249-machine-learning-methods-in-geoscience GUEST BIO Gerard Schuster has an M.S. (1982) and a Ph.D. (1984) from Columbia University and was a postdoctoral researcher there from 1984 to 1985. From 1985 to 2009, he was a professor of geophysics at the University of Utah and became a professor of geophysics at KAUST (2009–2021). He is currently a research professor at the University of Utah. He received several teaching and research awards while at the University of Utah. He was editor of GEOPHYSICS 2004–2005 and was awarded SEG's Virgil Kauffman Gold Medal in 2010 for his work in seismic interferometry. His previous books are Seismic Interferometry (2009, Cambridge Press) and Seismic Inversion (2017, SEG). LINKS * Buy the Print Book at https://seg.org/shop/product/?id=fe5a3cd3-77b2-ef11-b8e8-6045bda82e05 * Visit https://seg.org/podcasts/episode-249-machine-learning-methods-in-geoscience for the full guest bios and show notes. CALL FOR ABSTRACTS Technical Program Chairs Yingcai Zheng and Molly Turko invite you to submit your best work. This year, we're fostering deeper collaboration between SEG, AAPG, and SEPM. Focus on regional challenges and how integrated geoscience can unlock solutions. Submit short or expanded abstracts for oral and poster presentations. The Call for Abstracts is open and closes on 15 March at 5:00 PM CT. Don't miss this opportunity to share your research and connect with the broader geoscience community at https://www.imageevent.org/. SHOW CREDITS Andrew Geary at TreasureMint hosted, edited, and produced this episode. The SEG podcast team comprises Jennifer Cobb, Kathy Gamble, and Ally McGinnis. If you have episode ideas or feedback for the show or want to sponsor a future episode, email the show at podcast@seg.org.

"Kaust du richtig? Der Schlüssel zu Sättigung und Genuss" - Interview mit Barbara Plaschka In dieser Episode spreche ich mit Barbara Plaschka, Expertin für bewusstes Essen und Kautraining, über die oft unterschätzte Bedeutung des richtigen Kauens für unsere Ernährung und Gesundheit. In dieser Folge erfährst du:

Jenny welcomes Tony Sheridan, a social media storytelling expert currently working at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia. Tony shares his inspiring career journey from Ireland to Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the transformative power of authentic storytelling in social media. The conversation dives deep into strategies for lifting underrepresented voices and making a meaningful impact through thoughtful and inclusive content creation.Key TakeawaysAuthentic Storytelling Wins: Storytelling isn't just about information—it's about creating narratives that resonate emotionally and authentically.Diversity Drives Engagement: Inclusive content that authentically reflects diverse voices performs better and avoids common pitfalls.Leadership Without Authority: Even without formal power, you can lead initiatives by aligning with core values and presenting actionable strategies.Strategy Is Everything: Simple frameworks, like “strategy pillars,” can clarify goals and ensure content aligns with organizational values.Cultural Adaptation Matters: Recognizing and respecting cultural differences enhances storytelling impact without losing universal human connection.Episode SummaryHow Did Tony Sheridan Transition from Ireland to Saudi Arabia?Tony's journey began unexpectedly with a LinkedIn notification during the summer of 2020. With a decade and a half of experience at the University of Limerick, Tony had established himself as a pioneer in social media, leading award-winning campaigns on platforms like Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok. Encouraged by a supportive manager to "spread his wings," Tony took a leap of faith to join KAUST. His decision wasn't without hesitation, but the opportunity to expand his storytelling expertise on an international stage proved transformative.How Does Culture Influence Social Media Strategies at KAUST?KAUST, as a mixed-gender, international university in Saudi Arabia, presented unique opportunities and challenges. Tony noted that while Saudi culture and Islam influenced societal norms, the evolving openness of the country under Vision 2030 allowed for unprecedented storytelling opportunities. For example, highlighting female graduates and staff became a priority, reflecting KAUST's diverse and inclusive ethos. His approach emphasized leveraging these cultural shifts to showcase untold stories, ensuring that representation was at the forefront of every campaign.What Strategies Help Amplify Marginalized Voices?Tony adopted a systematic approach to ensure inclusivity in campaigns:Establish Strategy Pillars: By creating a clear list of campaign values—like diversity, inclusivity, and authenticity—he gained buy-in from leadership and ensured alignment across teams.Shift to Narrative Storytelling: Rather than simply stating facts, Tony focused on “intention and obstacle” as storytelling elements, drawing inspiration from screenwriting principles.Lead with Influence: Even without formal authority, Tony championed meaningful change by presenting well-structured plans and aligning them with organizational goals.Which Platforms Are Best for Representation?Tony believes the platform matters less than the authenticity of the story. At KAUST, alumni-focused campaigns like "Changemakers" and student-led initiatives thrived across platforms, including Instagram and LinkedIn. The key wasn't high production value but meaningful narratives that resonated with audiences. Tony encouraged using platforms strategically, tailoring content to each channel's strengths.What Advice Does Tony Have for Aspiring Social Media Storytellers?Start with Simplicity: Ask, “Is this good storytelling?” Strip away distractions and focus on the core narrative.Write It Down: Document your values and use them as a guide for decision-making.Tell Stories Internally: Use the power of storytelling to communicate and advocate within your organization, not just on social channels.Practice Leadership: Take initiative to push boundaries and advocate for change, even if you lack formal authority.Guest Name: Tony Sheridan, Marketing and communications manager for the King Abdullah University of Science and TechnologyGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: Tony Sheridan is the Marketing and Communications Manager at KAUST, one of the top-ranked research universities in the world, on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia. After leading Social Media and Digital Content at University of Limerick to award-winning success for many years, he left his native Ireland and joined KAUST in April 2021. Since then he has worked with the team to bring their marketing and communications campaigns to new heights, working with high-profile, truly global brand partners such as McLaren Formula 1 racing team, Times Higher Education, AAAS/Science, National Geographic, and more.In the last 3 years at KAUST he has taken home more than a dozen awards from around the world including ‘Champion for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion' at the ContentEd awards in the UK for spearheading KAUST's diverse and inclusive storytelling campaigns. He is a storyteller, as a sought after conference Keynote, traveling globally to share his strategies and stories with the global Higher Ed community. Tony has recently Co-Chaired the CASE Middle East Advancement Conference 2024 in Abu Dhabi and Content Ed 2024 in Liverpool. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Jenny Li Fowlerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylifowler/https://twitter.com/TheJennyLiAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Confessions of a Higher Ed Social Media Manager is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Some of our favorites include Higher Ed Pulse and Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO.Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register

27th Nov: Blockchain DXB Podcast

Blockchain DXB's Crypto & Coffee at 8 – Episode for November 27, 2024 Episode Overview This episode is a special AI-powered edition of Crypto & Coffee at 8. The content and analysis presented were entirely generated using Google's Notebook LM AI. Tune in for the latest updates on the global crypto market, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and key blockchain developments, all curated by cutting-edge AI technology. Market Overview Global crypto market cap: $3.16T (3.60% decrease in 24 hours) Total market volume: $235.53B (6.31% increase in 24 hours) DeFi total value locked (TVL): $117.38B (LIDO dominance: $32.55B) Stablecoins dominate with 91.98% of the total market 24-hour volume. Crypto Market Sentiment Fear and Greed Index: 85 (Extreme Greed) Bitcoin & Ethereum Bitcoin: $1.81T market cap, 24-hour trading volume: $95.25B (57.92% dominance) Ethereum: $394B market cap, 24-hour trading volume: $44.19B (12.60% dominance) Key Stories Rumble's $20M Bitcoin Treasury Strategy The video-sharing platform is strengthening its crypto presence by allocating up to $20M in Bitcoin, leveraging its inflation-hedge value amidst institutional interest. Morocco's Draft Crypto Regulations A new framework to replace the 2017 crypto ban, focusing on financial inclusion and exploring CBDC initiatives. Binance Delisting Five Tokens Tokens including Gifto (GFT) and IRISnet (IRIS) will be removed due to declining volumes and project updates. Spotlight on Solana Pump.fun's Dominance Continuing its streak, Pump.fun accounted for 62.3% of DEX transactions on Solana, though its trading volume share remains at 42.3%. AI and Blockchain in the UAE and Saudi Arabia UAE launches the "5000 Digital Talent" initiative, aiming to train 5,000 Emiratis in advanced technologies. Saudi Arabia's KAUST partners with the University of Connecticut for AI, clean energy, and health tech collaboration. The episode explored how current geopolitical factors, including US policies, influence Bitcoin's market movement. Potential over-reliance on Pump.fun within Solana's DEX ecosystem raises questions about sustainability and innovation. Engagement What are your thoughts on Rumble's Bitcoin strategy? Do you think Morocco's move to regulate crypto will influence other African nations? This episode marks a significant step forward, showcasing how AI can curate and present actionable insights in crypto and blockchain. Entirely crafted by AI, this episode reflects the future of automated podcasting. For full episode notes and references, visit Blockchain DXB's official website.

Auch für unsere Katzen wünschen wir uns, dass die Zähne ein Leben lang halten. Damit das klappt, sollten wir bei unseren Samtpfoten von klein auf ein Auge darauf haben. Wie uns das vom ersten Wackelzahn bis ins Seniorenalter gelingen kann, erzählt uns Dr. Benjamin Metje, Leiter der Fachabteilung Zahnheilkunde in der Klinik für Kleintiere, der Tierärztlichen Hochschule Hannover. Wir sprechen über den Zahnwechsel und mögliche Komplikationen, FORL, Dentalröntgen, den Schutz der Nieren bei Narkosen und darüber wie wir die Zähne unserer Katzen bestmöglich pflegen können. Außerdem sprechen wie über mögliche Vorteile von Zahnpflegehilfsmitteln, wie etwa Kaustäbchen, Zahnpflegesprays und Dental-Leckerchen, sowie den regelmäßigen Verzehr von Mäusen.

Episode 35! Co-hosts Lucien and Hanaa kick off the episode discussing the recent addition to Lucien's family, and catch-up on Hanaa's recent travels to Saudi Arabia to speak at a CSR Forum in Riyadh, as well as visit her hometown and family in the Eastern Province.  Then, joining the hosts on the MAINSTAGE is Faris Al-Sulayman, co-founder at Haala Energy, a leading Saudi solar energy company that installs solar power projects for commercial, industrial, and agricultural clients. Faris joins The TWENTY30 for an exclusive conversation about the growth of Halaa, the challenges and opportunities in solar power in the Kingdom, and Saudi Arabia's broader green goals with the Saudi Green Initiative. They also discuss his journey as a first-mover in the solar space in Saudi Arabia, Halaa's incubation at KAUST just north of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, and how the business plans to grow as solar becomes a viable option for commercial and residential clients in the coming decade. A graduate of Georgetown University with a Masters from the London School of Economics, Faris is active with Halaa while pursuing a PhD from LSE in London. After the discussion, the hosts catch up on some of the latest news in Saudi Arabia, and conclude with a unusual SHOUTOUT to cap Episode 35. 

08 Oct 2024. As Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai unveils a project to boost the country's agriculture sector and help address food security issues, we speak to Mark Tester, Professor at KAUST + co-founder of Red Sea Farms LLC. Plus, as startups in the UAE see a boom in early stage investment, we speak to Philip Bahoshy of research firm Magnitt. And, we speak to the boss of one of fastest growing low-cost airlines in the Middle East - Steven Greenway, CEO, flyadeal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Podcast Title: Saudi Arabia's AI Revolution: Bridging AI with Blockchain and Global Tech Leadership State of AI in Saudi Arabia report download link here https://globalaisummit.org/en/Pages/StateAI.aspx Episode Overview: This episode covers Saudi Arabia's rapid advancements in AI, detailed in the newly released report by Dr. Abdullah bin Sharaf Al-Ghamdi, President of SDAIA. We explore how the Kingdom is positioning itself as a leader in AI, with significant investment in infrastructure and talent, all part of its Vision 2030 strategy. We also discuss the potential of merging AI with blockchain technology and Saudi Arabia's strategic partnerships with BRICS nations. Key Points: Vision 2030 & AI: AI is central to Saudi Arabia's economic transformation, with SDAIA's efforts driving innovation in regulation, investment, and human capital. Investment & Infrastructure: $1.7B invested in 2023, 22 data centers, and the Shaheen III supercomputer at KAUST. Human Capital Development: Saudi Arabia is set to train 20,000 AI experts by 2030, alongside major initiatives to boost digital skills. AI & Blockchain Convergence: We explore how AI and blockchain could revolutionize sectors like finance and smart cities, though challenges like scalability remain. BRICS Collaboration: How partnerships with BRICS, especially China and India, can accelerate Saudi Arabia's tech leadership. Takeaways: Saudi Arabia's vision for AI, backed by investments and strategic global partnerships, sets the stage for its future as a tech leader, with blockchain integration poised to transform industries. Call to Action: Subscribe to Blockchain DXB for more on AI, blockchain, and emerging technologies. Share your thoughts on Telegram or LinkedIn!

29th July: Crypto & Coffee at 8

Dr. Hashim Al-Zain is a design specialist with 23 years of experience in machine design, reverse engineering, industrial accelerators and product development. He has worked with notable organisations such as SEC, KAUST, Lockheed Martin, and the Ministry of Health in Saudi Arabia with a focus on localizing mechanical part manufacturing and adopting industry 4.0 technologies. With a PhD in Polymer Processing from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Dr. Al-Zain has also founded two tech-based businesses in the industrial and healthcare sectors, contributing to transforming Saudi Arabia into a knowledge-based economy.

Join us for an enlightening episode with Khawla Alhaidari, a seasoned Leadership Coach, facilitator, mentor, and speaker for Essence Mastery. In this episode, we dive deep into the myth of work-life balance and explore how self-leadership plays a pivotal role in managing the demands of our fast-paced world. Tune in to discover practical insights on achieving a realistic work-life balance and harnessing the power of self-leadership to thrive in all areas of life. Khawla's expertise spans across leadership, culture, and holistic systems. Working with leaders and teams globally, she helps them tap into their inner wisdom and full potential. Her mission is to awaken and empower leaders to lead with faith, courage, and responsibility, fostering genuine connections and embracing their creative power. Khawla brings over a decade of experience, having started her journey at Saudi Aramco and transitioned to leadership development, serving clients in MEA, Europe, Asia, and the USA. She has worked with notable companies such as EY, Misk, Saudi Fund for Development, KAUST, AcwaPower, Healthcare Leadership Academy, and Saudi's Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University. Connect with Khawla to explore more about leadership and holistic growth. LinkedIn Website Instagram:

In the rapidly evolving world of food technology, few names resonate as profoundly with innovation and sustainable development as Professor Mark Tester. As a luminary in plant science at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Professor Tester has dedicated his career to addressing some of the most pressing challenges in agriculture. Serving as the Associate Director of the Center for Desert Agriculture, his work is pivotal in transforming arid landscapes into fertile grounds for food production. Professor Tester's journey in plant science is marked by significant achievements and contributions. Before his tenure at KAUST, which began in February 2013, he was celebrated as an ARC Federation Fellow and professor of plant physiology at the University of Adelaide. It was there he spearheaded The Plant Accelerator initiative, a cornerstone in plant phenomics research. His academic prowess was nurtured at the University of Cambridge, where he not only served as a Senior Lecturer but also earned his PhD in 1988, laying the groundwork for a career that would become synonymous with groundbreaking research in plant science. In 2019, Professor Tester took on the role of Head of the Food Sector at NEOM, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to advancing food security and sustainability on a global scale. However, it is perhaps his role as co-Founder and Chief Scientist of Iyris formerly known as Red Sea Farms that best encapsulates his vision for a sustainable agricultural future. At Iyris, Professor Tester is at the forefront of developing innovative saltwater-based agricultural systems. This revolutionary approach not only promises to significantly reduce freshwater use in agriculture but also offers a resilient solution to food production in some of the world's most water-scarce regions. Through his pioneering work, Professor Tester is not just redefining the boundaries of agricultural science; he is actively contributing to the global effort to ensure food security in the face of climate change and limited natural resources. His dedication to developing sustainable food production systems reflects a deep commitment to the planet and its inhabitants, making him a beacon of hope and innovation in the quest for a more sustainable and food-secure world. As we sit down with Professor Tester on the FoodTech Junkies podcast, we delve into the mind of a scientist who is not only shaping the future of agriculture but also inspiring a new generation to think differently about how we grow our food. About Mark Tester Iyris - formerly known as Red Sea

This episode is featuring KAUST as part of our theme “customer in the spotlight” in which you can learn how businesses are using mobile tech to transform their work and deliver value to their employees. My name is Carina Rosenau. I am Customer Engagement Lead for Mobile Experience and Engineering at SAP and I'm thrilled to have with us today, Juan Carvallo, Experience Design and Architecture Manager at KAUST and Andre Russell, Director S/4HANA RISE Center of Excellence at SAP. Join us as we uncover how KAUST leveraged the potential of their entrance hub, KAUSTCentral, to reduce their energy consumption and to spread magic amongst their users. Besides the technical foundation of the mobile app, the SAP BTP SDK for iOS, we will also talk about the importance of a vision for the future and how technology can be leveraged to even further enrich the life at KAUST.

This podcast episode features Dr. Mohamed Elhoseiny, a true luminary in the realm of computer vision with over a decade of groundbreaking research. As an Assistant Professor at KAUST, Dr. Elhoseiny's work delves into the intersections of Computer Vision, Language & Vision, and Computational Creativity in Art, Fashion, and AI. Notably, he co-organized the 1st and 2nd Workshops on Closing the Loop between Vision and Language, demonstrating his commitment to advancing interdisciplinary research. With a rich educational background from Stanford University's Graduate School of Business Ignite Program, and Rutgers University as MS/PhD Researcher, coupled with influential stints at Stanford, Baidu Research, Facebook AI Research, Adobe Research, and SRI International, Dr. Elhoseiny brings a wealth of experience to our discussion.

The 966 speaks with Princess Mashael bint Saud Al Shalan and Princess Noura bint Turki Al Saud, co-founders of AEON Collective based in Riyadh, to discuss the recently-concluded COP28 meetings in the UAE earlier this month and where the world stands in the fight to combat climate change and transition away from fossil fuels. The two princesses, as part of AEON, played a leading role in support of the Kingdom's Net-Zero targets under the Saudi Green Initiative and the Circular Carbon Economy Framework, and recently co-authored an important report along with KAUST and KAPSARC that presents a broad perspective on the implications of a 3°C warmer world, highlighting how this scenario may challenge different aspects of the natural, social, and economic landscapes over the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.AEON Collective is a Riyadh-based consultancy and advocacy group that aims to lead Saudi Arabia towards a sustainable future by designing and scaling pioneering, science-backed, researched based business and policy solutions that create and sustain equal benefits for the nation's economy, ecology and society.Princess Mashael bint Saud Al Shalan and Princess Noura bint Turki Al Saud discuss their reactions to the dialogue and outcomes of COP28 as the world begins collective action to slow climate change and mitigate its damaging effects.

I sat down with Dr. Ryan Lefers, Co-founder & CEO at RedSea a climate tech company founded at King Abdullah University of Science and technology (KAUST) building technologies from the desert of Saudi Arabia to make agriculture more sustainable. With $36m of funding to date, RedSea products are currently selling across the world. We discuss Dr. Ryan's journey from scientist to entrepreneur and the process of taking big ideas through R&D in a lab, manufacturing and testing as well as fundraising to get technologies into the hands of customers. We also discuss the role of universities like KAUST as an R&D and world class talent hub as well as being the first investor in RedSea. Please spend 7min to fill out the podcast listener survey. This episode is supported by Capital.com, an award winning global investment platform. To start trading today, visit https://capital.com

I sat down with Dr. Ryan Lefers, Co-founder & CEO at RedSea a climate tech company founded at King Abdullah University of Science and technology (KAUST) building technologies from the desert of Saudi Arabia to make agriculture more sustainable. With $36m of funding to date, RedSea products are currently selling across the world.  We discuss Dr. Ryan's journey from scientist to entrepreneur and the process of taking big ideas through R&D in a lab, manufacturing and testing as well as fundraising to get technologies into the hands of customers. We also discuss the role of universities like KAUST as an R&D and world class talent hub as well as being the first investor in RedSea.  Please spend 7min to fill out the podcast listener survey.  This episode is supported by Capital.com, an award winning global investment platform. To start trading today, visit https://capital.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Laura and Kevin chat about Relativity Fest 2023. Laura was onsite in Chicago while Kevin attended virtually. Laura spoke with the Honorable Judge Toni Clarke, Jeff Henry and Stephanie Wilkins on the floor and attended the press briefing where she had a chance to interview Relativity CEO Phil Saunders and Dr. Aron Ahmadia. Laura and Kevin talk about the sessions, the conference set up, the Innovation Awards, Phil Saunders' take on sunsetting Relativity, Dr. Ahmadia's take on incorporating generative AI into review and much more!Relativity Fest is an annual conference held in Chicago designed to educate and connect the e-discovery community. It's the place for legal and tech professionals to talk shop, connect with their peers, and learn from each other in panels, discussions, breakout sessions, networking events and trainings.Phil Saunders is the CEO of Relativity. He is a seasoned technology executive with a hands-on approach to leading core company functions in hardware, software and SaaS, with specific experience in the information security, data protection, Human Resource (HR) tech, and quickly ramping in all things Legal Tech. Prior to joining Relativity, he was the CEO of Cornerstone on Demand and Saba Software. Dr. Aron Ahmadia is the Senior Director for Applied Science at Relativity, where he leads the development of AI capabilities for Relativity One, including AI-Assisted Review, Analytics, and Search. He is an internationally recognized expert on machine learning and artificial intelligence. His specializations include the use of AI in Legal Discovery, Model Risk Management, and Responsible AI. Dr. Ahmadia previously held an adjunct faculty position with George Washington University, and was an inaugural Professor of Computer Science at KAUST, where he taught one of the first coed classes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Dr. Ahmadia holds a Ph.D. in Applied Math from Columbia University and a B.S. in Computer Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology.The Honorable Judge Toni Clark, was an Associate Judge in Prince George's County Circuit Court, 7th Judicial Circuit from 1998 to 2018 when she retired. She was a member of the Public Awareness Committee from 2001-15, the Maryland Judicial Conference, the Chair of the Public Defender Regional Advisory Board from 2001 to 2009. She was a member of the Court Access and Community Relations Committee and the Judicial Council. She was an Associate County Attorney in Prince George's County from 1987 to 1989. She was a Member of the Special Joint Committee on Minorities in the Legal Profession, a member of the  Redistricting Commission in Prince George's County in 1991, and a State's Attorney, Prince George's County from 1994-95. She also served a member of the  Governor's Task Force on Judicial Nominating Commissions and the State Administrative Board of Election Laws.Jeff Henry is the Director of Sales at Hire Counsel. He is an experienced Director of Business Development with over 30 years of experience working in the legal services industry. He is a strong sales professional skilled in Litigation Management, Arbitration, Sales, Document Management, and Computer Forensics. He previously worked for Exterro, Aureus Tech Systems, ONE Discovery Inc., iCONECT, IPRO and IKON Office Solutions as well as others. Stephanie Wilkins is the Editor In Chief of Legaltech News. She is responsible for content and direction of the Legaltech News publication on the popular Law.com website. She writes on all issues pertaining to technology in the legal sector, with a particular emphasis on the generative AI. She is also a photographer, an AI and technology nerd, a former lawyer, an intrepid solo world traveler and a boxer in training.

Michael Bogdan Mărgineanu este cercetător postdoctoral la Institutul Francis Crick din Londra și șef de lucrări în cadrul Facultății de Medicină, UMF "Victor Babeș" Timișoara. A absolvit studiile doctorale în neuroștiință moleculară la KAUST în Arabia Saudită și a fondat Biomentorhub în 2020. A participat la proiecte de cercetare în Elveția, SUA, Marea Britanie, Irlanda, Austria, Germania și România. A fondat în țară BioMentorHub, o comunitate care vrea să conecteze cercetorii din țară cu cei din Diaspora și nu numai. Despre biomedicină, dar și biotech și bioantreprenoriat am discutat în acest nou episod.

 In this episode of Whiskey and a Map, we are joined by Jennifer Thomson who shares her stories of the wonders of deep ocean exploration.  Waters lite up by a multitude of bioluminescent creatures, giant hammerhead sharks, translucent octopus are among the many experiences Jennifer shares in this episode.  In addition, she shares her advice and inspiration for anyone considering the life of an explorer.  Jennifer Thompson ranks as one of the most inspiring of the next generation of explorers.  She is a Honorary Research Fellow, expedition scientist, scuba diver and illustrator; whom aspires to connect the space and marine sectors using scientific scuba diving and extreme exploration. Jennifer's passion for scientific diving has taken her from the Bahamas to Thailand, from Mozambique, to the Maldives. However, her greatest scientific adventure to date, was spending 8 months immersed in the OceanX Red Sea Decade Expedition 2022, in conjunction with KAUST, National Geographic, and other institutions. Jennfer's academic achievements include a Zoology degree (with first class honours) from the University of Manchester and a MSc in Marine Ecosystems Management from the University of St Andrews.  In addition, she achieved a Divemaster certification for PADI. Follow Jennifer on her Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/jennelizabeththomson/And visit her webpage at  https://jennelizabeththomson.com Hosted by Michael J. ReinhartMichaelJReinhart.comStories of Adventure and Exploration

Janet talks to Scott Berdahl about Yukon Gold Discoveries, Snowline Gold Corp. and Prospecting. Scott Berdahl is the CEO, Co- Founder and Director of Snowline Gold Corp. Scott is a professional geologist with over 15 years' industry experience. Born and raised in Canada's Yukon Territory and based in Whitehorse, he brings a strong technical grounding to discovery-stage exploration alongside in-depth local knowledge. He has business development experience with several private and listed exploration companies focused on gold and base metals. He studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, earning two degrees including a BSc in Geology, and he went on to gain his MSc in Earth Science & Engineering from KAUST in Saudi Arabia and an MBA from INSEAD in France and Singapore.

Today's show is a unique one as my good friend, colleague and fellow podcaster, Jorge Rodriguez, takes control of the host seat in today's episode. In our discussion, we take a dive into the wonderful Winter Enrichment Program held at our university KAUST here in Saudi Arabia in January and what we learned from interviewing some of the amazing keynote speakers and featured presenters. Jorge served as my sound producer for these episodes and also jumped in to ask a few questions. However, in today's show, Jorge flips the script and interviews me about some of the presentations that I gave during the conference and what it was I wanted each audience member to think more deeply about in regards to the main themes of my presentations. At this conference, I was able to present about peak performance and the necessary conditions needed for humans to flourish and live more productive, fulfilled lives. In my conversation with Jorge, we take a dive into these themes and talk about how these ideas and strategies resonate with each of us based on our own unique contexts. Jorge was a gifted athlete in university and was on a track and field scholarship while attending the university of houston, so he was able to speak about what high performance meant to him during this time and what it was that he had to focus on to be his best. I also share what high performance means to me and what I've come to learn through my training as a performance coach. This conversation was very enjoyable to me as Jorge is not only a good friend and colleague but someone who I have developed deep respect for over the years based on his own life's work and passion he has as an educator. Hope you find value in this discussion and share this episode with anyone who you feel will benefit from listening. Connect With JorgeTwitterPodcastWebsite

Videos: Ralph Schoellhammer: Elites Are Turning Against Their Own Civilization (23:43) Bill Clinton and Blackrock team up to ACCELERATE the great reset | Redacted with Clayton Morris Clare Daly Ireland pimped out like prostitutes for Obama (4:00) Noam Chomsky – The Crimes of U.S. Presidents (11:00) 5.Ukraine Targets Elon Musk, US Aid Dwindles, Ukraine's Offensive Increasingly Depleted (35:00)   Aronia berry supplementation supports gut, arterial health King's College London, October 17 2022. The issue of Clinical Nutrition reported findings from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial that uncovered a benefit for supplementation with aronia berry among men and women with prehypertension. “Aronia melanocarpa, or black chokeberry, has gained increased attention for its high content of (poly)phenols, and potential protection against chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes,” authors Melanie Le Sayec of King's College London and colleagues remarked. The trial included 102 participants between the ages of 40 and 70 years who received aronia berry extract capsules that contained 106 milligrams total polyphenols or identical placebo capsules for 12 weeks. Blood pressure, arterial function, gut microbiome composition and other factors were assessed before and after the treatment period. At the end of the study, augmentation index and pulse wave velocity, which measure arterial stiffness, significantly improved among participants who received aronia in comparison with the placebo group. The aronia-supplemented group also had a significant increase in microbiome species richness and abundance of species that produce butyrate, a compound that has a favorable effect in gut health. The researchers observed associations between plasma and urinary aronia-derived polyphenol metabolites, decreased arterial stiffness and various gut flora species. “To our knowledge, this is the first time these species are shown to correlate with beneficial effects on arterial function,” they announced. “The present findings suggest that daily consumption of aronia berry extract led to improvements in arterial function in healthy middle-aged people, with a concomitant and related increase in potentially health-promoting bacterial taxa,” the authors concluded. Zinc enhances albumin's protective role against Parkinson's disease University of Science and Technology, October 17, 2022 Revealing zinc's interaction with a critical transport protein underscores the need to study biological pathways under physiologically relevant conditions. Heavy metals in the body have long been thought to induce the aggregation of disease-linked proteins, but a KAUST study shows this is not always the case. It turns out that zinc ions tune the ability of human serum albumin (HSA), an abundant transport protein in the body, to better prevent α-synuclein from aggregating, a process directly linked to Parkinson's disease. In unrealistically massive quantities, zinc tends to accelerate the aggregation of α-synuclein, a neuronal protein implicated in Parkinson's disease. This is what other scientists had shown in the past. But, under the types of biologically plausible experimental conditions considered by Al-Harthi, the metal actually interacts with HSA to cause the opposite effect. Using a state-of-the-art imaging technique known as proton-less nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, Al-Harthi and colleagues showed that zinc binding alters the chaperone function of HSA, a multifunctional molecule that plays a role in blocking α-synuclein accretion. In particular, zinc ions biased HSA toward stronger interactions with the aggregation-prone fragments of α-synuclein, a change that blunts fibril formation and slows down the toxic process of protein deposition that can lead to neurodegeneration. High exposure to glyphosate in pregnancy could cause lower birth weights in babies Indiana University School of Medicine, October 17, 2022 Indiana University School of Medicine researchers are learning more about the effects of herbicide exposure during pregnancy, finding glyphosate in 99% of the pregnant women they observed in the Midwest. In the study, published recently in Environmental Health, higher glyphosate levels were associated with lower birth weight and may also lead to higher neonatal intensive care unit admission risk. This is the second study the researchers have conducted with significant findings. The team's previous study, published in 2018, was the first study to confirm glyphosate in 93% of pregnancies which found associations with shortened pregnancies. Other recent studies have also confirmed their findings. “Pesticide exposure in pregnancy, especially in early pregnancy, can imprint DNA and alter gene expression,” said Paul Winchester, MD, professor of clinical pediatrics and the study's lead author. Glyphosate is a chemical, commonly found in Roundup, used to kill weeds. It is used by farmers and homeowners across the United States, but especially in the Midwest on corn and soybeans. Previous studies have shown people can be exposed to glyphosate in all the foods they eat, even packaged or organic foods. “As a neonatologist, I'm seeing more and more infants with problems like low birth weight as well as mothers with issues like obesity or gestational diabetes,” Winchester said. “We need to keep studying these herbicides long term to find out how they could be causing these issues and what we can do to prevent them.” Omega-3 supplements linked to younger biological age in older people University of South Australia & University of Newcastle, October 13, 2022 Supplements of omega-3s may slow cellular ageing in older people with mild cognitive impairment, according to results of a pilot randomized clinical trial DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) was associated with reduced shortening of telomeres, DNA sequences at the end of chromosomes that shorten as cells replicate and age, report researchers from Australia in Nutrition . The aging and lifespan of normal, healthy cells are linked to the so-called telomerase shortening mechanism, which limits cells to a fixed number of divisions. During cell replication, the telomeres function by ensuring the cell's chromosomes do not fuse with each other or rearrange, which can lead to cancer. Elizabeth Blackburn, a telomere pioneer at the University of California San Francisco, likened telomeres to the ends of shoelaces, without which the lace would unravel. With each replication the telomeres shorten, and when the telomeres are totally consumed, the cells are destroyed (apoptosis). Previous studies have also reported that telomeres are highly susceptible to oxidative stress. This is not the first time that omega-3s have been linked to reduced telomere shortening, with findings from a study by researchers from the University of California, San Francisco indicating that high blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids may slow cellular ageing in people with coronary heart disease (JAMA, Vol. 303, pp. 250-257). The new study, performed by scientists from the University of South Australia, and the University of Newcastle is an intervention study, albeit on a pilot scale. Results of the study showed that the omega-6 group exhibited the greatest shortening of telomere length, compared to the DHA and EPA groups. Increased levels of DHA in red blood cells was significantly associated with reduced telomere shortening in the DHA group, said O'Callaghan and his co-workers. Reading Is Good for Your Health University of Stavanger (Norway) Oct. 8, 2022 People with poor reading skills are likely to be less healthy than those who read easily, according to recent research. Literacy skills are important for keeping in good shape. A relationship exists between self-perceived health and literacy, and draws on data from the international adult literacy and life skills survey (ALL). Self-perceived health can mean feeling pains, physical condition hampering everyday activities, fatigue, or emotional problems which affect social relationships. “Other research shows that self-perceived health is closely related to actual well-being,” explains Lundetræ. “So adults with low literacy skills, as a group, are likely to be in worse physical shape than those who can read well.” A perception of poor health increases among weak readers with age. It is greatest among those aged 45-65 and lowest in the youngest group, aged 16-24. “So it's natural that the relationship between weak reading skills and the perception of poor health rises with age. That's when you usually feel the effects of an unhealthy lifestyle or failing to look after yourself properly.” “Advice on nutrition, healthy diet and physical activity is increasingly communicated through newspaper and magazine articles and on the internet,” Lundetræ explains. “We receive a great deal of information by reading. It's conceivable that certain people miss out on important health advice because they read poorly and seldom.” How well people understand such written details could be crucial for how good they are at looking after their own health, Lundetræ observes. Health-related text is often complicated. It can contain a lot of technical terms, and is frequently badly written. That makes it difficult to grasp for poor readers. A general improvement in reading skills might accordingly give more people better health and, in the longer terms, have a beneficial effect on the cost of health services. Since a lot of those who are most in need of such knowledge are poor readers, these texts have to be easy to read. They must be written in a language which is not too technical or which uses too many words, and must communicate clearly and simply. Hair straightening chemicals associated with higher uterine cancer risk National Institutes of Health, October 17, 2022 Women who used chemical hair straightening products were at higher risk for uterine cancer compared to women who did not report using these products, according to a new study from the National Institutes of Health. The researchers found no associations with uterine cancer for other hair products that the women reported using, including hair dyes, bleach, highlights, or perms. The study data includes 33,497 U.S. women ages 35-74 participating in the Sister Study, a study led by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), part of NIH, that seeks to identify risk factors for breast cancer and other health conditions. The women were followed for almost 11 years and during that time 378 uterine cancer cases were diagnosed. The researchers found that women who reported frequent use of hair straightening products, defined as more than four times in the previous year, were more than twice as likely to go on to develop uterine cancer compared to those who did not use the products. “We estimated that 1.64% of women who never used hair straighteners would go on to develop uterine cancer by the age of 70; but for frequent users, that risk goes up to 4.05%,” said Alexandra White, Ph.D., head of the NIEHS Environment and Cancer Epidemiology group and lead author on the new study. “This doubling rate is concerning. However, it is important to put this information into context—uterine cancer is a relatively rare type of cancer.” Uterine cancer accounts for about 3% of all new cancer cases but is the most common cancer of the female reproductive system, with 65,950 estimated new cases in 2022. Studies show that incidence rates of uterine cancer have been rising in the United States, particularly among Black women. The researchers did not collect information on brands or ingredients in the hair products the women used. However, in the paper they note that several chemicals that have been found in straighteners (such as parabens, bisphenol A, metals, and formaldehyde) could be contributing to the increased uterine cancer risk observed. Chemical exposure from hair product use, especially straighteners, could be more concerning than other personal care products due to increased absorption through the scalp which may be exacerbated by burns and lesions caused by straighteners.

Andy Vasily is an inspiring Cognitive Coach/Educator, Workshop Facilitator and Podcaster. As an educator, Andy has taught at International Baccalaureate (IB) Schools globally, including in Cambodia, China, Azerbaijan, Japan, and Saudi Arabia. Andy hosts the Run Your Life Podcast which has over 200 episodes and recently focused on the topic of flow and fear. He is currently a Faculty member and Consultant at KAUST in Saudi Arabia. After his undergrad degree and playing American Football at the University of Windsor, Andy and his wife moved to Hiroshima, Japan. What they thought would be a 6-month adventure, turned into 10 years in Japan and a life working in countries all over the world (now over 25 years). What amazed me about Andy is his understanding of "surrendering to his own path". He isn't religious but he believes in the power of the Universe. I was also struck by Andy's comment - "the attempt to escape pain is what creates more of it." In this episode, we speak about Andy's career and life and how his experiences globally have revealed to him the beauty of the human spirit. We also dig into Andy's family challenges with mental health and addiction, as well as his near-death experience in Cambodia. Show notes: 3:30 - You regularly post inspiring quotes on LinkedIn, is there one quote you've recently come across that stands out to you? 7:10 - You've travelled all over the world to teach at IB Schools... were you someone who stepped out of your comfort zone often or was moving to Japan your first big leap outside of your comfort zone 11:45 - how does a Canadian living in Hiroshima, Japan complete teachers college and become qualified to teach in Japan  12:30 - what did your family and friends think about your career and moving to new countries every 5 or so years to teach at a new school 16:00 - what are some of the biggest lessons that have come from living all over the world?20:00 - how do you describe your career - you are a teacher, workshop facilitator, cognitive coach and podcaster. 23:20 - did you need to get a certification for Cognitive Coaching and Executive Coaching? 29:00 - you have not personally experienced anxiety, depression and addiction; however, it has directly impacted your family. How do you think you've been able to keep your mental health balanced?  36:45 - a near-death experience in Cambodia... what happened? and how did it impact your life?  39:45 - "surrender yourself to the Universe in a way" and do the work to make your vision clear42:45 - The "3 zig-zag" questionsRun Your Life Podcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4EMbIvkPO1WPU8fm39RLKT?si=5SX3t_TiTWas4IwWvXs9HQApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/run-your-life-show-with-andy-vasily/id1088719197website - www.runyourlifepodcast.com

Stav Boutsis reflects on her 20+ year career in admissions and enrollment management from starting as a campus tour guide to moving to Saudi Arabia to develop graduate recruitment programs. Her thoughtful insights about her journey, the people she's met, the colleagues she cherishes, and her advice for young professionals is a must-listen. Stav is the Manager of Saudi Graduate Recruitment & Development at KAUST, Saudi Arabia.

Marius Isken and Sebastian Heimann, GFZ Potsdam and University of Potsdam, Germany Pyrocko (https://pyrocko.org) is an open source seismology toolbox and library, written in the Python programming language. It can be utilized flexibly for a variety of geophysical tasks, like seismological data processing and analysis, modelling of InSAR, GNSS data and dynamic wave forms, or for seismic source characterization. The presentation introduces the framework and focuses on a flexible and computationally efficient f-k filtering technique for DAS data, which makes use of its dense spatial and temporal sampling, and can handle the large amount of data. The presented adaptive frequency-wavenumber filter suppresses the incoherent seismic noise while amplifying the coherent wave field. Bio: Marius Paul Isken is a Geophysicist interested in observational seismology and earthquake source characterisation. He studied Geosciences (BSc) and Geophysics (MSc) at the University of Kiel and afterwards worked as a research seismologist at the USGS in Menlo Park and KAUST, Saudi Arabia. Before starting his PhD about distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) for earthquake modelling at the GFZ Potsdam with the section Physics of Earthquakes and Volcanoes in 2020, he worked as a software developer at the University of Kiel (2016 - 2020). In 2018 he co-founded QuakeSaver GmbH, pursuing the aim to develop smart seismometers and seismic networks.

Throughout his career in the technology transfer realm, Kevin Cullen has been driving transformation. From introducing the concept of Easy Access IP at the University of Glasgow and the University of New South Wales, to his current position as Vice President of Innovation and Economic Development at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), where he is helping Saudi Arabia reach its goal of enhancing global prosperity through focusing on research and innovation in the food, water, energy, and environmental sectors. Although technology transfer in Saudi Arabia is less developed than it is in the western world, this is not necessarily a disadvantage, and in today's episode Kevin shares what he greatly admires about KAUST's approach. He also explains what motivates him to do the work he does, the importance of having an open mind, why universities should focus less on IP licensing and more on professional development and consulting, and more!   KAUST has made incredible progress in the 12 years since its founding, and Kevin has even bigger and bolder plans for its future!    In This Episode: [00:51] Introducing Kevin Cullen, Vice President of Innovation and Economic Development at KAUST. [03:53] The philosophy that underpins the work that Kevin does in the technology transfer space.  [04:14] Easy access IP; the role that Kevin played in making this idea more widely accepted.  [06:08] How Kevin ended up at KAUST, and what he greatly admires about the university. [08:20] An overview of the short history of KAUST and its 4 founding research pillars. [09:59] Why Kevin thinks universities focus too much on IP (and the elements he thinks they should be prioritizing more).  [12:09] Similarities and differences between the technology transfer sector in Saudi Arabia and in the west.  [14:40] Vision 2030; the Crown Prince's plan for Saudi Arabia, and how Kevin is helping turn this into a reality.  [20:09] Examples of the diverse range of research coming out of KAUST. [20:45] The difference between industry-directed and industry-informed research. [21:37] Progress that KAUST has made with its Entrepreneurship Center and its Investment Fund.   [24:28] The unprecedented attendance at the first MOOC to come out of KAUST. [29:41] Activities, outcomes, and impact; an explanation of these three measurements that Kevin uses to determine success.  [34:00] The importance of keeping an open mind when working in the technology transfer space.  [37:26] KAUST's approach to supporting startups (coming from within and outside of the university), and why not everyone should aim to be an entrepreneur.  [41:50] Aspirations that Kevin has for the future of technology transfer at KAUST. [43:37] KAUST's main corporate partners and the value that Kevin sees in these partnerships.   [46:55] Why a university's reputation is its greatest asset.  [47:38] Impactful startups that have come out of KAUST. [52:26] The biggest challenges that Kevin and his team are currently facing. [56:19] Programs that KAUST runs that are focused on enhancing gender diversity.  [58:59] Kevin's involvement in technology transfer organizations, and the value that they provide. [1:01:28] Wishes that Kevin has for his office.    Find Kevin: Email  

Each year computer scientists at KAUST engage with peers at the annual SC conference, the largest supercomputing event of its kind in the world. Long-time friend to KAUST Jack Dongarra is a familiar face there. The veteran computer scientist and Top500 list producer was recently awarded the 2022 Turing Award, considered to be “the Noble Prize of Computing,” for contributions that have significantly shaped the field. Jack has also influenced HPC developments at KAUST. In this profile, recorded at SC21 in St. Louis, he talks about connections made here and throughout his career in conversation with KAUST computer scientists Hatem Ltaief and Bilel Hadri, his former postdoctoral students, and David Keyes, KAUST founding faculty member and Director of the Extreme Computing Research Center. Jack retires this summer after 32-years of service as a professor at the University of Tennessee. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This interview zooms into the future of education and Edtech in Saudi Arabia with two experts from the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). Arwa Shafi, co-leader of KAUST's TAQADAM Accelerator Program and Haitham Al Humsi, Online Learning Manager, discuss the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Saudi Arabia, and the growing opportunities available to young innovators.  

Wäre es nicht wundervoll, wenn man ein Gewürz hätte, was gegen viele Krankheiten hilft, Insekten abwehrt und auch noch Essen bekömmlicher macht? Die Gewürznelke scheint ein vielversprechendes Zaubermittel zu sein. In dieser Folge erkläre ich dir, was wirklich dran ist an der Gewürznelke und wie du von ihr profitieren kannst.

Episode 19 explores the promising health benefits of probiotics — not for humans, but for corals. As more coral reefs around the world suffer from bleaching and mass mortality due to warming ocean temperatures and related climate change conditions, good news about reefs is welcome news. A new study led by marine biologists at KAUST shows probiotics to be helpful protagonists in boosting coral health and preventing mortality in the face of environmental stressors. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fungal life, while intimately linked to our own, is not well understood. In this episode we speak with Merlin Sheldrake, author of Entangled Life, and two KAUST researchers about the fascinating world of fungi, the role these living networks play in symbiosis with other organisms, and how their properties are being put to some very practical uses in medicine, agriculture, environmental cleanup, and even the rescue of honeybees. Enjoy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Entrepreneurship doesn't have an age limit. The entrepreneurial mindset teaches children how to think outside of the box, solve problems and understand the world around them. It's a valuable life skill that they will carry through with them for the rest of their life, regardless of what path they follow.  So has a parent, how can you help to foster these skills in your children? This is something that Ozan Sonmez hopes to answer. Ozan is a dad and serial founder with a global focus and passion. He is an experienced angel investor, startup mentor, and accelerator director with +12 years of global experience in investing and building startup programs. He is affiliated with UC Berkeley, Stanford CPD, MIT EF, and other global institutions in the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Ecosystems. He has not only helped tech startup founders but also social and environmental impact founders in programs created by Endeavor, UCASTI, EBRD, Village Capital, Accelerate 2030, KAUST, and Founder Institute. Ozan has also founded SAGE (Student's Academy for Global Entrepreneurship), which is an entrepreneurship and innovation skill sets training program designed to engage high school students in the world of entrepreneurship.In this episode, Ozan shares what he's learned on his entrepreneurial journey and how to help young people to awaken an entrepreneurial mindset and perspective. Let's keep the inspiring discussion going! Discover our events, articles, and more with these links:InspirEd MagazineInspirEd EventsJoin our mailing listYou Tube

Eng. Sami I. Sarhan, Head, Industry Innovation Engagement, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), joined the GPCA TV and Podcast at the Annual GPCA Forum in Dubai where he shared his perspective on The role of industry-academia collaboration in helping to support innovation in the GCC region and advance socio-economic development The KAUST Industry Collaboration Program (KICP), some of its key objectives and the benefits of being part of the program Key enablers to help drive Saudi Vision 2030 Gaps in the SME ecosystems related to R&D, innovation, and technology adaption The role of SMEs in supporting the industrial ecosystem in the region and economic growth The importance of SME training to build a robust SME ecosystem in Saudi Arabia For more podcasts and the latest i nsights on the regional chemical markets, visit www.gpca.org.ae/thought-leadership

Jak může výzkum kořenových bakterií pomoct zemědělství v čase klimatických změn? Jaké to je dělat tři roky výzkum v Saudské Arábii? A jaké její cestovatelské skvosty stojí za objevení? Vědec, cestovatel a fotograf Lukáš Synek z Ústavu experimentální botaniky AV ČR tentokrát v rámci Science Café zkombinuje povídání vědecké i cestovatelské! V roce 2015 se Lukáš na tři a půl roku přesunul do Saúdské Arábie, kde zkoumal využití symbiotických bakterií podporujících růst rostlin pro zemědělství. Co o této stále nepříliš probádané oblasti víme? A jak to může pomoci zemědělství čelícímu dopadům změny klimatu? O tom bude první část večera. V té druhé Lukáš představí, jak se žilo jeho rodině na mezinárodní vědecko-technické univerzitě KAUST a jak se Saúdská Arábie stala jejich druhým domovem. Přeneseme se za mediální obraz kontroverzního pouštního království a odhalíme jeho kulturní a přírodní zajímavosti: dunové pouště, skalní města, barevné sopky, nádherné kaňony, vlahé palmérie, horské mlžné lesy, korálové útesy, starobylé pevnosti nebo prehistorické skalní rytiny. Probereme, jací jsou místní obyvatelé a jaký je jejich vztah k cizincům i postoj k současným sociálně-ekonomickým změnám. www.darujme.cz/projekt/1202966 Hudba znělky: Funky Element – Bensound.com www.sciencecafe.cz

This week, Marissa is joined by Nadia Kouraytem, a USU professor in the College of Engineering. This episode is jampacked. Marissa and Nadia cover Nadia's unique career path, her current research projects, and, as a speaker of four languages, her motivation to be and the benefits of being bilingual. Additionally, they dive into topics like characteristics and skills of successful mechanical engineers, which include curiosity and drive, utilizing internships to explore fields you'd like to pursue, and what Nadia loves about about being a professor. Nadia has a PhD in Mechanical Engineering with 7 years experimental research experience investigating fluids using ultra-high speed imaging and mechanical properties of additively manufactured metallic structures in extreme conditions. High quality experiences with various industries (energy, water, aviation) and academia have enhanced her ability to adapt to extreme (oil rig, all male) diverse conditions (109 nationalities at KAUST) and equipment (1 million frames/s camera), to absorb complex knowledge faster (a whole new field in a single internship), to help her become a top performer and through time and resource management be able to deliver high quality results. She is actively involved in the solutions of complex problems both at work and her community, and perfecting her leadership, entrepreneurial and communications skills. If you are a PhD student and have interest in additive manufacturing or 3D printing of metal, let Nadia know by emailing nadia.kouraytem@usu.edu.

KAUST scientists propose a nature-based adaptive approach to boost coral restoration by King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST). Read by Rendy Mulaudzi. Coral reefs are rapidly degrading all over the world due to climate change and human activity. This phenomenon has dire consequences on the livelihoods of almost one billion people who directly depend on the ecosystem services delivered through healthy tropical reefs. Based on current projections, and without active intervention, coral reefs may become extinct by the year 2050. To read the full story, go to https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en/news/roadmap-to-rescue-corals

Hello! Today we feature the poetry of Seema Prusty! Seema recently graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering in India, is currently married and settled in Kaust, Saudi Arabia, where her husband works as a Research Scientist. She is working there as well, and they have a young son. Thank you for trusting the Creative Drive Podcast with your work, Seema! All the best and happy writing! j -- Read and Produced by J. Alejandro | Original Music by descheveler Creative Drive is an international podcast produced by J. Alejandro to bring visibility to poets and writers from all walks of life. If you have a sec, please SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW this labor of love, and don't forget to tell your writer friends! For more information, visit cruzfolio.com/creative-drive-podcast/ Find out more at https://creativedrive.pinecast.co

KAUST researchers have found a way to significantly increase the speed of training. Large machine learning models can be trained significantly faster by observing how frequently zero results are produced in distributed machine learning that use large training datasets.

Overview: Today on the podcast, I had the great opportunity to speak with Kristel Solomon Saleem who is a passionate inclusion leader and will be one of our presenters at the upcoming SENIA virtual conference. Kristel currently works as the Director of Students Services at the KAUST school in Saudi Arabia. She is the Asia Pacific Regional Coordinator of Next Frontier Inclusion (NFI) and contributes to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Guidelines for Inclusive Education. Our conversation today revolves around inclusion and how schools can build an inclusive culture. We also discuss how all of us can advocate for more inclusive practices at our international schools. Plus Kristel gives us a sneak peek into her upcoming presentation. Connect with Kristel Website Twitter Linkedin Resources Mentioned in Today's Show: Next Frontier Inclusion (NFI) Adaptive Schools Dilts Nested Levels Visual of Levels Bio Kristel's dedication and passion in the field of education has led her to work with a wide range of schools and organizations that ensure children have access to quality education so that they may find their individual pathways to excellence. Her personal commitment to leading has allowed her to work closely with the Next Frontier Inclusion (NFI) as their Asia-Pacific Regional Coordinator, The Special Education and Inclusion Association (SENIA) and contribute to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Guidelines for Inclusive Education. As a workshop leader, Kristel endeavors to develop and support teacher self-efficacy in their work with all learners. Her belief in the possibilities and unseen potential of a lifelong learner has led her to explore the physiological and neurological makeup of individuals in order to gain a deeper understanding of our students and enhance our role as educators.Kristel is a graduate of Temple University with degrees in Elementary and Special Education and a Masters Degree in Educational Psychology. She is currently pursuing an additional graduate certification in Mind, Brain, and Teaching from Johns Hopkins University. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seniapodcast/message

The importance of technology transfer and collaboration between the chemical industry, academia and technology developers cannot be overstated. Chemicals is one of the most research-intensive industries operating in a highly dynamic environment. Therefore, having a sharp technology edge over its competitors can afford it significant market leadership. The industry in the region has been focused on research and innovation (R&I) for decades and close collaboration with research and technology partners has been a key component of its R&I strategy. Chemical companies have built long lasting strategic partnerships which has enabled them to develop or acquire some of the world's leading technologies. To discuss this dynamic and highly important topic, Dr. Farhan Al-Shahrani, Head of Strategic Innovation Partnership, KAUST, was joined by Dr. Bob Maughon, EVP Sustainability, Technology & Innovation, & Chief Technology & Sustainability Officer, SABIC, and Dr. Moayyed Al-Qurtas, Advisor, Research & Innovation Committee, GPCA. For more podcasts and the latest insights on the regional chemical markets, visit www.gpca.org.ae/thought-leadership You can find us on: Apple Podcast(for all IOS devices) Spotify(Android users)

Dr. Yousef Alshammari, is the CEO and Head of Oil Research at CMarkits, London UK. He is a former Research Fellow in energy economics at the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). He has been hosted for more than 200 TV shows with Al-Arabiya, CNBC Arabia, Sky News Arabia, Asharq Bloomberg, and CGTN. He is a writer at Forbes Middle East, CGTN and Oilprice.com, and his articles have been featured by multiple business news websites including MarketWatch, NASDAQ, and Business Insider.  He obtained his PhD in Chemical Engineering from Imperial College London where he  worked on designing innovative processes for clean hydrogen generation from heavy oil fields. Following that, he pursued his postdoctoral research in energy economics at the IAEA, KAUST, and the University of Vienna. He was awarded a research fellowship from King Faisal Centre for Research and Islamic Studies (KFCRIS) chaired HRH Prince Turki Alfaisal, and SABIC. He has also been a peer-reviewer for research papers at Energy Policy and the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, and he published a wide range of research papers in the field of energy technology and energy economics. Yousef is an assistant professor of energy economics at Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University in Saudi Arabia, and he taught more than 800 Saudi students including some of the first female engineering students in the country.He has been a recipient of many international prizes including the World Energy Congress Prize (2016) for TOP20 research papers for his work on the impact of low oil prices on carbon capture and storage, and the UK Alumni Award for Professional Achievements (2017). In 2017, he was honoured as a Young Global Changer by the G20 Global Solution Summit in Berlin, Germany, and in 2018, he was honoured for his long-term leadership services as a board member of Future Energy Leaders by the World Energy Council.Further reading:LinkedIn profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-yousef-alshammari-0ab23340/?originalSubdomain=ukHow COVID-19 Will Impact The Future Of Fuel Demand (October 2020)https://www.forbesmiddleeast.com/leadership/opinion/how-covid-19-will-impact-the-future-of-fuel-demandAchieving 80% greenhouse gas reduction target in Saudi Arabia under low and medium oil prices (February 2017)https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0301421516305717

We welcome Lea Sublett, Manager of Alumni Affairs at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in this episode. With a career that has taken her from Australia to Vietnam and Saudi Arabia, Lea shares how a global career enriched with different cultural experiences has been achievable by working within advancement. Also, hear Lea’s advice for advancement professionals who want broaden their international experience.

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On a trip to Saudi Arabia, we visited the KAUST university complex, about 90 minutes north of Jeddah. As part of the evening's entertainment, we were greeted by an hour or so of traditional Saudi music, driven principally by multiple drummers and two interacting singers running through a repertoire of what were apparently well-known songs. This, the first track, containing the English words "welcome, welcome" in amongst the lyrics, was a ten-minute song that goes through several movements, but with constant drumming and singing in hypnotic loops that became magnetising and trance-like the longer the piece went on. Recorded by Cities and Memory, November 2019.

Paula Moraga talks to us about the use of data analysis and modeling to better understand communicable disease. Moraga is an assistant professor of statistics at KAUST and the principal investigator of the Geospatial Statistics and Health Surveillance Research Group.

Mohamed-Slim Alouini is a distinguished professor of electrical and computer engineering at KAUST. Alouini joined Ben Stevens to talk about how wireless connectivity might well be the way to speed attainment of United Nations sustainable development goals.

In this episode of the Human Experience at Work podcast, Nelly had a discussion with Samer Samman, Chief Human Resources Officer of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), about how KAUST as a research institute was actively involved in addressing the challenges of the pandemic, how they managed the transition of both educational staff and students to virtual environments and the importance of the human experience at KAUST.

In this episode, I feel very lucky to have had an in-depth discussion with Dr. Tony Chan, the current president of KAUST. Tony has had great achievements in leadership and academics, but remains a genuinely down-to-earth person who is very curious about the world and its people. In our discussion, we dive deeply into early days in Tony's academic life, his trajectory into leadership, and his core belief that having a broad world view is essential, regardless of one's chosen field of study or career. In this episode, Tony describes what he has learned from years of experience as a leader and what he hopes his legacy will be. It was a genuine honor to speak to Tony.Tony's BioDr. Tony F. Chan is the third president of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). He joined KAUST as president on September 1, 2018, after nearly a decade as president of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). Dr. Chan's professional field is computational mathematics, with interests including image processing and computer vision, physical circuit design and computational brain mapping. He has been one of the most cited mathematicians in the world and published over 200 refereed papers.Connect with KAUST and to learn more about Dr. Tony ChanWebsite: https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en/study/faculty/tony-chanhttps://www.cse.ust.hk/admin/people/faculty/profile/tfchanSpecial thanks to Bronx band Conversing with Oceans & Alex Bondarev for creating the podcast music.https://www.conversingwithoceans.com/

I'm thankful to have had this round table discussion with my wonderful colleagues Laura Pendergast, Jessica Boland, and Carrie Mcewen about the role of the Pedagogical Coordinator and the work that we do at The KAUST School in Saudi Arabia. The role itself is a very unique one that not only involves being a coach, collaborator,  consultant, and curriculum coordinator but also to work side-by-side with the amazing teachers in our school helping to support them with their own professional growth journeys. Not a day goes by when I am not extremely appreciative and thankful to do the work that I do at the school and to be a part of such a great leadership team at Gardens Elementary School. A special thanks to Laura, Jessica, and Carrie for their willingness to share their insight and experiences. About LauraBorn and raised in small-town Ontario, Canada I always knew I wanted to be a teacher.I was very fortunate to attend local schools that were brimming with kind and passionate teachers who always went above and beyond to help me and my fellow students. I saw from an early age the power of teachers in my own life and the lives of my peers. While in university in Canada, and facing an unstable job market for newly qualified teachers, I decided to teach aboard. The plan was to spend two years teaching overseas in Kuwait and then move back home to Canada to continue my career. Well, nearly 15 years later I am still teaching overseas. Currently, I am a Pedagogical Coordinator at the KAUST School in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia.As a mother to three young boys I am furthering my own beliefs around learning and researching more about the power of play. I am finding ways to sneak vegetables into every meal I serve. Most importantly, I am eternally grateful for the opportunities to travel and connect with other people that life as an international Educator has brought me and my family.Twitter: https://twitter.com/penderlcAbout JessicaJessica Boland always knew that she would be a teacher.  As an educator for 20 years, in the states and internationally, she has held many roles, such as an elementary teacher, mathematics coach, Asst. Director of Math and Science and is currently working as a G1 Pedagogical Coordinator at KAUST. In addition to having two Masters in Curriculum and Instruction and Mathematics Education, she received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching for the state of Arizona in 2010 and received National Board Certification for Professional Teaching Standards as an Early Childhood Generalist in 2008 and received renewal in 2017. She contributed classroom vignettes and student work to the book, Beyond Answers: Exploring Mathematical Practices with Young Children. About CarrieI'm American, born in Iowa, grew up in Ohio and in 1998 started my teaching career in Texas.  I've been teaching internationally now for 17 years, in Syria, Bangladesh and now Saudi Arabia at the Kaust School.  My classroom experience is in the early years, teaching kindergarten, first and second grade.  My undergrad degree is in early childhood education and my masters is in International Education.  Four years ago, after a number of years in the classroom, I moved into the role of pedagogical coordinator.  I feel so fortunate to have opportunities to work alongside such highly professional teachers.  From our partnerships we work together to really have a lasting impact on student learning and growth. Twitter: https://twitter.com/clmcewenSpecial thanks to Bronx band Conversing with Oceans & Alex Bondarev for creating the podcast music.https://www.conversingwithoceans.com/

In this episode, I sit down with my friend and colleague, Donovan Hall, to have a discussion about his background playing professional rugby and how this led to his trajectory into educational leadership. Donovan is the Director of Educational Technology at The KAUST School in Saudi Arabia and, as you can imagine, was faced with the challenging task of getting the entire organization ready for distance learning during the COVID-19 public health crisis. Once distance learning was up and running, he and his team had to make sure that all stakeholders in the school had the support they needed to do their best work possible. Donovan shares this experience, what he has learned about himself as a leader, and how he and his team continue to think about the next steps needed to keep the school moving in the right direction. Thank you Donovan for your time and willingness to share your journey. Donovan Hall's Bio:Born in the phenomenal South Island of NZ and I have been in education since 1999, and International Education in Africa & The Middle East for 12 years. In August 2019, I moved into the role of Educational Technology Director at a K12 International School in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.​On a personal note, I am married with two young children who are growing too fast for our liking! As a family we enjoy reading, beaches, biking and board games together. Core values that are important to me are commitment, humility & relationships.​Growing up in NZ, I was always outdoors with brothers, whether playing sport or following outdoor pursuits. This remains a big part of my life and I try and stay on top of my fitness and well being by running, through team sports and connecting with the environment.​Personal growth is a big part of my life as I look to iterate on myself in all areas. In July 2018 I gained a Certificate of International Education through The PTC. By connecting me with outstanding international educators and current research, these courses helped broaden my mind by asking me to examine my thinking around education. Currently, I am working my way towards a Masters In Education through Massey University, NZ which I am thoroughly enjoying. Getting back into the rigours of academic studies and balancing this with my new role as an Ed Tech Director and family life has certainly, and will continue to prove challenging. Connect With Donovan: Twitter: https://twitter.com/donovanhallnzSpecial thanks to Bronx based band Conversing with Oceans and Alex Bondarev for creating the podcast music.https://www.conversingwithoceans.com/

Victor Vescovo is famous for traveling the greatest vertical distance possible without leaving earth, having summited Mount Everest and dove to the bottom of the Mariana Trench. In February, his craft, the DSSV Pressure Drop anchored in the Red Sea about 100 Kilometers North of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to commence a series of dives in collaboration with KAUST researchers. We went aboard to hear from Victor and his team about their work and the strangest things they have seen on the ocean floor.

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Prof. Peter Richtarik from KAUST, discussed his insights of machine learning, stochastic optimization, and data privacy during an exclusive interview with Robin.ly at NeurIPS 2019. View full transcripts and more inspiring AI leader talks at Robin.ly: http://bit.ly/2vZ4S2b Peter Richtarik is a professor at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, primarily working in the area of big data optimization and machine learning. He is known for his work on randomized coordinate descend algorithms, stochastic gradient descent, and federated learning. He is also the co-inventor of Federated Learning, a Google platform to improve communication efficiency, as well as data privacy.

Matt Tiebohl joins the MCHH Crew to discuss his PhD research on herbivorous fish in the Red Sea. Matt works at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia. Check out what it's like to work in Saudi and what it's like to do research in the Red Sea. Link to KAUST: https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en Matt's Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhyOceansMATTer Would you consider going to KAUST to do your graduate work? Let us know in the Speak Up For Blue Facebook Group: http://www.speakupforblue.com/group. Check out the new Speak Up For The Ocean Blue Podcast App: http://www.speakupforblue.com/app. Speak Up For Blue Instagram Speak Up For Blue Twitter Check out the Shows on the Speak Up For Blue Network: Speak Up For The Ocean Blue Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2DTQLOr Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2SJgyiN ConCiencia Azul: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2k6XPio Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2k4ZMMf Dugongs & Seadragons: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lB9Blv Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2lV6THt Environmental Studies & Sciences Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lx86oh Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2lG8LUh Marine Mammal Science: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2k5pTCI Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2k1YyRL Projects For Wildlife Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Oc17gy Spotify: https://spoti.fi/37rinWz  

In today’s episode, I feel very lucky to have sat down in person with Caterina Carna, who has become a good friend of our family here in Saudi Arabia. Caterina is from a small village in southern Italy, but has lived here at KAUST in Saudi Arabia for the past 5 years. Anyone who knows Caterina knows what a kind, caring, and compassionate person she is. What makes Caterina uniquely special is her ability to connect with others in an effort to build community and give people a greater sense of belonging. The reason why I wanted to have Caterina on my podcast is to share her very inspiring journey of transformation within herself over the past year. Caterina has spoken very openly about her struggles with being overweight for most of her life. In this episode, Caterina discusses how her relationship with food impacted her health for many years, especially growing up in a small village in Italy where food was one of the major ways that people in her life connected and came together to celebrate life and friendships. What makes Caterina’s story even more special is that over the past 12 months, she has lost 100 pounds. It has been amazing to see this transformation within her and the main reason for this transformation was her ability to activate an internal strength that she never knew existed within herself. In this episode, Caterina shares how losing both her parents within ten months of one another deeply impacted her in a way that ultimately empowered her to choose life over death. Caterina knew that she needed a complete change in her life in order to confront the fact that the state of her physical health had seriously declined due to her weight. Amazingly, Caterina made a brave and bold decision to change her life and has completely dedicated herself to this greater purpose. I applaud Caterina for her ability to make herself vulnerable and for sharing her authentic self in this episode. Her story is amazing and more people need to know about it. Please connect with Caterina on Instagram and on Facebook to learn more about her story and to see for yourself the transformational journey she is now on. Caterina Bio Caterina is from Guardavalle, a small village on the shores of Ionian Sea, in Calabria, Southern Italy. She has a Masters degree in Political and Social Science at the University of Bologna, Italy. She worked as the Provost personal assistant and event organizer at the Magna Graecia University in Catanzaro for almost 10 years, then, when her son was 1-month old, she and her husband moved to Genova, in the north of Italy, where her husband got a job as team leader of a research group at the Italian Institute of Technology. Spent 3 years in Genova being a mum and cooking for parties and events. They arrived at KAUST 5 years ago and fell in love with the place from day one. She works as research assistant for a Professor, who became one of her best friends and an “uncle’ to her son. She considers herself a very lucky person because she has the possibility to live in such an amazing place surrounded by people that love, support and inspire her every day. Something you should know about her: she loves lifting weights, cooking, traveling, reading and taking long walks in the nature. She is stubborn, funny, kind, hot-blooded, passionate, sensitive and even describes herself as being a little crazy! Connect with Caterina Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caterina.carna Instagram: @Catecarna Themes Discussed: Purpose, Hope, Internal Strength, Life vs Death, Physical Well-Being, Weight Loss, Exercise, Relationship with Food

Welcome to episode 120 of The PE Umbrella podcast and a very special episode indeed! This week, I teamed up with Jorge Rodriguez from The Global PhysEd Voxcast for his second appearance on The PE Umbrella! The rulebook for the usual interview format is somewhat ripped up this week as we take on a less structured interview and general PE chat around the transitions that Jorge has made in the past year, taking him to Saudi Arabia and teaching alongside some of the best in the business at KAUST school! Jorge is an intelligent, thoughtful and articulate educator and he really brings his A-game in this episode, sharing more knowledge bombs and insights into his PE setup. We dive deep into the cultural shift he has experienced and how he has had to build relationships fresh from the ground with the help of 'positive discipline' techniques. We also dive into the social and emotional aspects he has brought to his PE classroom as well and hash it out over a variety of pressing issues. You don't want to miss this one, so I'll see you Under the Umbrella!

In today’s episode, I had the chance to sit down and have a great chat with 4 X World Champion and 2008 Beijing Olympic bronze medallist, Donny Robinson from the USA. Donny competed professionally in BMX racing (that’s Bike Motorcross Racing), for 17 years. Donny’s fighting spirit and never give up attitude allowed him to excel on the world’s stage becoming one of the elite in his field for many years. Having won world titles in 2001 in America, 2006 in Brazil and 2009 in Australia, as well as bronze medal in the Beijing Olympics, Donny gained much deeper insight in regards to how powerful of a role mindset plays in helping to bring on peak performance. Donny was a guest speaker at our school and an ambassador for our Bike Week campaign which was held last week. The purpose of bike week was to inspire all members of our community to be more active on their bicycles. Donny shared with students specific failures he had experienced and how he bounced back from these failures to go on and achieve many amazing things. In particular, he shared his Olympic journey and how crashing his bike in qualifying heats could’ve led to him never making it to the Olympic final and ultimately not winning his bronze medal in 2008. Being an undersized athlete, Donny has an enormous heart and his message about being bullied when he was young and always being told that he’ll never make it as an athlete had a big impact on our students across the school. Donny specially shared with students how he overcame these challenges and refused to listen to people tell him what he cannot do. Many professional athletes, once they retire, never really give back to their community or to their sport. However, Donny is a class act and has committed himself to spreading his message through his ‘How far can two wheels take you’ campaign. His message is not about riding bikes but more so about helping young people to find and follow their passions and to put in the hard work necessary to develop their skills and to create opportunities for themselves through these passions. It is important to Donny that young people not give up on their dreams and hopes because there is so much that they can accomplish in their lives. I want to thank Donny for taking the time to be on my podcast and also give a shoutout to Max Andrews, our Recreation Specialist here at KAUST in Saudi Arabia. Max was the one who had the vision to bring Donny over to KAUST and to work with our students, so a big thank you to Max. Donny’s Bio Donald Robinson (born June 17, 1983, in Napa, California, is an American professional "New/Current School" Bicycle Motocross (BMX) racer whose prime competitive years are from 1999 to the present. His moniker is "dR", his initials. The use of the lowercase "d" for his given name is perhaps related to his relatively diminutive physical size. A past nickname, "Scrawny", was definitely linked to his small stature, since even when very young he was the smallest child in his age group. It was given to him by Bruce Minton. Like BMX predecessors Mike Miranda and Eric Rupe, Robinson is a devout Christian. He admitted in late 2013 to suffering at least 25 concussions over the course of his career. In the same interview, he advocated for better concussion protocol at the lower levels of BMX racing. Robinson joined the board of directors of concussion-education collaborative The Knockout Project in January 2013. On June 25, 2008, Robinson was chosen by Mike King, team coach of the 2008 USA BMX Olympic Team, to represent the USA along with teammates Jill Kintner, Mike Day, and Kyle Bennett in BMX racing competition at the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, China. His Olympic dream was realized at least in part when he came in third at the Summer Olympics winning a Bronze Medal executing a maneuver that saw Sifiso Nhlapo take out nearly half the field. Since it was the sport's debut and the men's final was run after the women's,

Zack Smith is a K1 physical education teacher at the KAUST school in Saudi Arabia. In this episode Zack discusses how he plans his units and activities, sets up his environment as a learning tool, and how his teaching philosophy informs his decision making. Twitter: @mrzackpe

This is the our first podcast from Saudi Arabia. In this episode we have a round table discussion with Andy Vasily, Zack Smith and Evan Bryceland about the our experiences in KAUST and our plans for the up coming school year.

Sedeer El-Showk unpacks workplace skills and discusses with MIT researcher Ahmad Alabdulkareem a skill ecosystem that could help individuals plan better career paths. Sarah Hiddleston looks at a Syrian artist's thought-provoking exhibition at the confluence of science and art. Correction: An earlier version of this podcast incorrectly said that research led by Ahmad Alabdulkareem was funded by KAUST. It was funded by KACST. This version has been corrected.

Zack Smith is an EC PE teacher at the Garden School at KAUST. In this podcast we talk about some of the innovative ways he engages his students and makes PE meaningful. Follow him on Twitter, @mrzackpe

This podcast series is devoted to sharing good teaching practice at Gardens Elementary School which is located on the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology campus in Saudi Arabia. At GES, our student population is multi-cultural, diverse, enthusiastic, engaging and confident. They are also fun loving and happy. Through the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) we provide opportunities for students to develop an understanding of essential concepts, skills, knowledge and attitudes that will enable them to be lifelong learners. Our students are actively involved in authentic inquiry-based learning across all the curriculum areas. They develop confidence in their abilities, think for themselves, question, express their opinions and respect the opinions of others. As students learn to reflect on their learning, they become critical thinkers. We encourage students to voice their ideas and to take action to improve the school and the community. Student achievement and progress is shared through regular assemblies, parent conferences, open houses and activities aimed at making the school a stimulating center for the community. This Episode is With Simon Bissell Supporting Student Learning In this episode, grade 2 teacher, Simon Bissell, discusses the key strategies he puts into action in his classroom to ensure that he provides his students with opportunities for genuine voice and choice to take place. Simon shares the work of his students in their recent, ‘How We Organize Ourselves’ unit and how their learning led them to wanting to organize a large scale event for their classmates across the grade level. However, planning an event such as this can be a very daunting task for a classroom teacher, but in letting go of control and placing ownership in the hands of the students, both Simon and his students learned a lot. Simon shares this learning in today’s episode. As Simon has a extensive background in sport, we also discussed the major life lessons that he learned through sport and how he has been able to apply this learning to becoming the teacher he is. Simon continues to work hard on his teaching practice to elevate his game and provide the best experiences possible for his students. Simon’s Bio I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Contemporary History and Politics from Salford University in the UK. During my time in the UK I taught across various year groups ranging from Early Years Foundation Stage, right through to Middle school. I am currently in my 5th year teaching at The KAUST School.. I have spent 4 years in Grade 1 and this year made the move up to Grade 2. I love being an educator in such a wonderful, diverse school and community. Away from my school life I am happily married to my wife, Caroline, and we have two wonderful boys aged 6 and 1. I enjoy an active lifestyle and I’m also proud to be part of the KAUST adult and junior Rugby Club. We currently have 120 children enrolled who receive coaching and skill building on a weekly basis. Connect With Simon: Email: simon.Bissell@kaust.edu.sa Connect With Gardens Elementary School Twitter: @GESatKAUST Website: http://tks.kaust.edu.sa/Message-from-the-Principal-GES Themes Discussed: Voice and Choice, Agency, Student Action, Organization, Learning From Failure, Student Leadership

This podcast series is devoted to sharing good teaching practice at Gardens Elementary School which is located on the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology campus in Saudi Arabia. At GES, our student population is multi-cultural, diverse, enthusiastic, engaging and confident. They are also fun loving and happy. Through the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) we provide opportunities for students to develop an understanding of essential concepts, skills, knowledge and attitudes that will enable them to be lifelong learners. Our students are  actively involved in authentic inquiry-based learning across all the curriculum areas. They develop confidence in their abilities, think for themselves, question, express their opinions and respect the opinions of others. As students learn to reflect on their learning, they become critical thinkers. We encourage students to voice their ideas and to take action to improve the school and the community. Student achievement and progress is shared through regular assemblies, parent conferences, open houses and activities aimed at making the school a stimulating center for the community. Episode 6 is with Tim Scarrott Unpacking Success Criteria Related to Positive Peer Interactions In this episode, Tim Scarrott discusses how he involves students in the co-construction of success criteria related to  developing a deeper understanding of positive peer interactions in his class. Tim believes in the power of making learning very explicit and visual in order to provide his students with the tools necessary to build a positive class culture by ensuring a supportive environment is in place from the start of the school year.  Tim shares how he and his students developed a common language around what positive peer interactions look and feel like in his classroom in order to scaffold important learning related to social and emotional wellness. By creating a culture of mutual trust and respect, Tim and his students have specific guiding principles in place that allows everyone’s voice to be heard and respected. This conversation is sure to spark your thinking in regards to how you construct a positive environment for your students that allows them to feel safe and to show respect for one another. Tim’s Bio Tim graduated the University of Melbourne with a PE major and started his teaching career at a public school in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. He then hit the international teaching circuit, teaching PYP and MYP in Singapore and Jeju Island Island, Korea. Tim began teaching at the KAUST school earlier this year. He is passionate about student's voice, keeping active physically and mentally and positivity. Tim and his wife, Naomi spend most of their summers in Ireland with their 1-year-old son and 3-year-old daughter. Connect With Tim Twitter: @TimJScarrott Connect With Gardens Elementary School Twitter: @GESatKAUST Website: http://tks.kaust.edu.sa/Message-from-the-Principal-GES Themes Discussed: Postive Peer Interactions, Class Norms, Social & Emotional Wellness, Responsibility

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During this episode, Dr. Gerard (Jerry) Schuster discusses his new book, Seismic Inversion. Schuster's book describes the theory and practice of inverting seismic data for the subsurface rock properties of the Earth. The book will benefit scientists and advanced students in engineering, earth sciences, and physics. Visit http://seg.org/newbooks to purchase today. Jerry is a Professor of Earth Science and Engineering at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). He is also the co-director and founder of the Center for Fluid Modeling and Seismic Imaging at KAUST. He was the founder and director of the Utah Tomography and Modeling/Migration consortium from 1987 to 2009 and received the SEG Virgil Kauffman Gold Medal Award in 2010. If you enjoy the show, review us on iTunes – your review helps others find the show. Subscribe to Seismic Soundoff on the podcast app of your choice to receive the latest episodes first. Full show notes at http://seg.org/podcast. Sponsor The SEG Wiki is home to hundreds of biographies of key geoscientists, geophysical tutorials, and core content from the science of applied geophysics. Visit http://wiki.seg.org to learn how you can grow the world’s first online, geophysics encyclopedia.

Nature Middle East sits with KAUST alumni and environmental scientist Luisa Javier to chat about her water-saving start-up, whose idea was born in Saudi Arabia and saw the light in Mexico.

Have you ever wondered the state of all of the Oceans? We often here stories, articles and research coming from all parts of the Ocean (Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Arctic Ocean, Antarctic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Labrador Sea, etc.); however, it's rare to hear about the Red Sea. Well, I am pleased to say that we are now going to talk about the Red Sea tanks to Matt Tietbohl, who is doing his Masters Thesis at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST).  Matt is originally from a small town outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania growing up in the outdoors surrounded by lush forests and lakes/rivers where he would explore the wild searching for new creatures under rocks and in crevices. Fast forward to high school where he took a trip in his Junior year to Jamaica on a school trip to explore the Ocean for the first time, followed by a second trip giving you Matt, the young man who now wanted to become a Marine Biologist.  His undergraduate experience did not expose him to much Marine Biology; however, one course gave him an assignment that would change his outlook on Marine Biology and life in general. Matt had to review a journal article and present his findings to the class. His paper? A study from KAUST.  Matt came across this person's name when searching for something to do in the year he wanted to take off from school before doing graduate school. He contacted the chief scientist of the lab about an internship and ended up doing a Masters degree (funny how things can change with a phone call).  Now Matt lives in Saudi Arabia surrounded by the culture of his host country as well as international students from all over the world.  Matt's thesis is on tracking the types of algae and plant matter herbivores, who live on reefs, eat to identify functional diversity to direct future management of Red Sea Coral Reefs.  Listen to the podcast to find out more about Matt's research and life at KAUST. Are you looking to change the way you eat for a better health and environment? Start using Arbonne nutrition and health care products that are all natural and environmentally friendly. I use them all the time and their nutrition line has transformed the way I eat and my health. Email me today, andrew@speakupforblue.com to find out how you can transform your health. Looking to transform your health and wellness using Arbonne products? Learn about our starter package to get you living for a better Ocean by contacting me at andrew@speakupforblue.com.

This week Faisal, our studious fact checker is out of town, so Ammar takes a crack at fact checking. In fact he turns the whole episode into him googling myths and trying to dispel them. Fingers crossed. 50% Arabic – 50% English

This week Faisal, our studious fact checker is out of town, so Ammar takes a crack at fact checking. In fact he turns the whole episode into him googling myths and trying to dispel them. Fingers crossed. 50% Arabic – 50% English

Como el rayo en la tormenta, así de veloz llega el tomate hasta tí. Con motivo de darles a conocer un poco de lo que yo y mis increíbles superñoños amigos andamos haciendo por éstos lares, el tomate ha decidido publicar éste maravilloso Ciclo de Conferencias Kaustianas, donde entrevisto a la gente loca que se […] Entradas relacionadas: El Tomate Presenta : Ciclo de Conferencias Kaustianas – Episodio 22 El Tomate presenta: Ciclo de conferencias Kaustianas – Episodio 23 El Tomate presenta: Ciclo de conferencias Kaustianas – Episodio 26

En este episodio conversamos con Paula Moraga desde Arabia Saudita, quien a fines de Enero dará una charla en ConectaR. Paula es actualmente profesora en KAUST enfocada en investigación en estadística geoespacial y monitoreo de salud. Inició como matemática y se enfocó en la parte práctica y los datos. De Valencia a Harvard, Lancaster, Queensland y Bath, su pasión la fué llevando a desarrollar proyectos de impacto con equipos multidisciplinarios. De eso y más pudimos conversar durante este podcast.