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We are dedicated to advancing the understanding and management of marine, terrestrial, and human biology to ensure food, water, and soil security within healthy communities.
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25 June, 2025
PhD student Melany Villegas-Valencia wins Algal BBB Top Poster Award
Congratulations Melany!
19 June, 2025
Combat climate change by eliminating easy targets
Swift action to curb methane emissions could rapidly bring down the rate of global warming, modeling shows.
03 June, 2025
Tiny crabs glow to stay hidden
Fluorescence in gall crabs has been reported for the first time by KAUST researchers, who suggest it may serve as a form of disguise.
02 June, 2025
Professor Alexandre Rosado elected Fellow of The Explorers Club
Professor Alexandre Rosado has been elected as a Fellow International of The Explorers Club—the highest level of membership in the organization dedicated to advancing field research and scientific exploration.
29 May, 2025
Mass fish deaths linked to extreme marine heatwave in Red Sea
A severe marine heatwave in the Red Sea likely caused a mass fish mortality event and highlights increasing vulnerability of marine ecosystems.
29 May, 2025
2025 BESE Student Award Winners
The BESE Division is proud to announce the recipients of the first BESE Student Achievement Awards. Following a competitive review process, graduate students were recognized for their outstanding contributions. These awards highlight the strength of their research, leadership, and professional achievement.
03
Jun 2025
PhD Dissertation Defense
Investigating the Role of AtG3BP1 in Plant Immunity and Stress ResponsesFatimah Abdulhakim
02
Jun 2025
Professor Ji Chen
01
Jun 2025
PhD Dissertation Defense
Harnessing synthetic biology for the development of next generation biosensors and genome editorsTin Marsic
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