Applying a different lens to previously overlooked genes may offer new options for targeted cancer therapy.

Modified algae produce rare orange-red antioxidants that can be used to make healthy food, clothing dyes and medicines

Tiny packets of molecular cargo shed by cancer cells seed the foundations for metastasis at distant sites in the body.

Pioneering research to explain plants’ response to abiotic stress has important potential for improving future plant performance.

Surprising changes to a Pacific Ocean current during one of the strongest recorded El Niños saved a remote island’s coral reefs while others were devastated by mass bleaching.

Yoshihide Wada uses a systems approach to address global problems and contribute to national climate adaptation plans.

Fundamental research offers opportunities for new varieties of pigmented rice and a resource to address malnutrition.

Taking the temperature of a coral reef is not as simple as it sounds. Nor is accurately measuring and monitoring the other essential water parameters for effective coral reef management and restoration.

A tool that places fish on a scale of sustainability could help Saudi Arabia protect species at greatest risk of overexploitation.

Joyful Microbe podcast recently featured an engaging interview with KAUST Assistant Professor, Dr. Kyle Lauersen, focusing on algae and biotechnology.

Research highlights the emerging role of unusual kinase fusion proteins in wheat disease resistance.

More effort is needed to bring salt-tolerant crops to the farmers who need them.

Sciencetown Episode 25 explores novel wastewater treatment approaches and applications in development at KAUST by Professor Pascal Saikaly and researchers in the Water Desalination and Reuse Center.

How a sea anemone uses its algal symbionts to assimilate nitrogen in nutrient-poor waters.

Treating seawater with selected chemicals before desalination could reduce biofouling and lengthen the lifespan of filtration membranes.

Asma Al-Amoodi, Walaa Khushaim and Hajar Al-Zarah are recognized for excellence in the fields of bioscience and bioengineering.

Biopharming technique yields cost-effective and environmentally friendly antimicrobial peptides.

Addressing global challenges of food security and malnutrition is a key motivation for KAUST research leader Salim Al-Babili.