@KFUPM_ENG

Official account for King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals #KFUPM

 Saudi Arabia, Dhahran
kfupm.edu.sa
Joined September 2011
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Solar power stops at sunset, but demand for electricity doesn't. KFUPM researchers are addressing this challenge by advancing affordable, large-scale energy storage, using redox flow batteries. Through low-cost formulations, the team targets 10+ storage hours at $100/kWh, roughly one-third of commercial costs. Early results look promising, suggesting high potential for reliable renewable power in Saudi Arabia’s climate. Read more: go.kfupm.sa/research-q
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Where Art Meets Science 📸 Through his lens, #KFUPM faculty member Dr. Afaque Shams captures the beauty of the university campus in his first photography exhibition, "Edges of Attention." Read more: go.kfupm.sa/Exhibition
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“Research should make an impact on humanity.” At WPC2026, #KFUPM President Dr. Muhammad Al-Saggaf highlighted how future-focused education, impactful research, and entrepreneurship can turn academic knowledge into tangible benefits for society.
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“Zero equity. Zero royalties. Zero fees.” At WPC2026, #KFUPM President Dr. Muhammad Al-Saggaf spotlighted the University’s pioneering policy, empowering students and faculty to turn university-owned intellectual property into startups. @dtv_sa
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Give Your Business Idea the Right Start! #KFUPM introduces its new MBA for Entrepreneurs, pairing business know-how with hands-on experience to turn innovative ideas into viable ventures. Read more: apply.kfupm.edu.sa
🤖 Made with AI
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#KFUPM students won first place in the power grid fault and outage prediction challenge at the Energy Hackathon in Riyadh, held alongside the World Petroleum Congress. The hackathon brought together over 1,200 teams. go.kfupm.sa/IVI0Kl

KFUPM Students Win First Place in Energy Hackathon

KFUPM students Alwaleed Alharthi and Akram Mebarkia took first place at the Energy Hackathon in Riyadh for their lightweight AI grid-fault prediction system. They now enter a Ministry of Energy...

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OUT NOW The QS Arab Region Rankings 2026 has been released. Here are our top 10 for this year. @KFUPM has climbed to the top of our list again this year followed be @KhalifaUni and @QatarUniversity. eu1.hubs.ly/H0z5FY_0 #StudyAbroad #ArabRegion #QSRankings #University
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Something’s happening at the Research Institute of #KFUPM 👀 The sign reads “WE MAKE ?” We know how it ends… do you? 📸 Snap a photo of the sign and share your best guess!
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#KFUPM students secured third place in the NHH International Case Competition in Norway, developing a 10-year growth strategy for DOF, a global marine services company, focused on business expansion and growth without additional debt. go.kfupm.sa/ow2G44

Students Shine at International Case Competition in Norway

A KFUPM student team won 3rd place in their group at Norway’s NHH Case Competition with a 10-year debt-free strategy projecting DOF’s EBITDA to reach $1.14B by 2036.

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Twenty years of professional experience. A fresh perspective on learning! #KFUPM Executive MBA student William “Billy” Arnold reflects on returning to the classroom and the value of learning alongside professionals from diverse backgrounds.
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For the first time in KFUPM’s history! #KFUPM Executive MBA debuts at 79th place in the 2026 Financial Times Top 100 global ranking, making it the only program from an Arab university on the list. Read more: go.kfupm.sa/FT
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Turn your curiosity into research! Begin your journey with the Research Concentration program  (CX), open to undergraduate students at #KFUPM Apply now! 🔗Learn more:  cx.kfupm.edu.sa 📅Deadline: November 4, 2026
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Connecting Research, Inspiring Innovation! Highlights from the GSR Conference 2026 at #KFUPM, which brought together 2,500 students, researchers, and professionals to showcase innovative solutions and compete for valuable prizes. Read more: go.kfupm.sa/gsr26
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Growing More with Less 🌱 #KFUPM students placed 2nd out of 250 teams at the TCS Sustainathon with Aero Loop, an AI-powered smart greenhouse that grows crops in desert environments using minimal water and energy. link.kfupm.sa/7gK32T
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Where Global Research Comes Together! The Global Students Research (GSR) Conference kicked off at #KFUPM bringing together over 70 researchers from 10 countries around the world.
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An Exciting Opportunity for Undergraduate Students! 💫 Expand your academic horizons through the Visiting Student Program at #KFUPM Register Now: Apply.kfupm.edu.sa Deadline: November 14, 2026
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Highlights from KFUPM’s Saudi National Day celebration, attended by the President and university leaders. 🇸🇦 Read more: go.kfupm.sa/SND96 #KFUPM
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Saudi spirit, all around 🇸🇦✨ Highlights from the #KFUPM community’s celebration of #SaudiNationalDay
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