KAUST and IMC sign MoU to strengthen collaboration in medical AI research
30 October, 2025
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the International Medical Center (IMC) to strengthen cooperation in scientific research related to wellness, quality of life, and population health management. The agreement supports Saudi Arabia’s efforts to advance the national healthcare ecosystem and foster medical innovation.
The MoU was signed by Dr. Walid Fitaihi, chairman and CEO of the International Medical Center, and Professor Pierre Magistretti, vice president for research at KAUST.
The agreement establishes a strategic partnership to enhance collaboration in research areas related to wellness and quality-of-life management, biotechnology, and the development of artificial intelligence (AI) applications for diagnosis and treatment. It also includes joint research on population health, rehabilitation and functional recovery programs, precision medicine, modern diagnostic technologies, and advanced therapies.