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The IBK Fellowship brings Saudi Arabian women scientists and engineers to MIT to collaborate on research with an MIT faculty member.

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“The IBK experience at MIT not only exceeds expectations but also fuels your ambition by connecting you with key experts in a world-leading biotech hub, inspiring you to make a lasting impact on groundbreaking innovation.”

— Dr. Walaa Khushaim

Research Area

Biosensors

PH.D.

PhD, Bioengineering

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)

MEET A FELLOW

“The IBK experience at MIT not only exceeds expectations but also fuels your ambition by connecting you with key experts in a world-leading biotech hub, inspiring you to make a lasting impact on groundbreaking innovation.”

— Dr. Walaa Khushaim

Research Area

Biosensors

PH.D.

PhD, Bioengineering

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)

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Questions? How to Apply to IBK Online Info Session

Monday, October 21, 2024, 1pm EST

IBK Fellows Join Lab at King Faisal Special Research Hospital and Research Center

IBK fellows Dr. Seba Nadeef, Dr. Walaa Kattan and Dr. Shahad Alsairi have joined the lab of Dr. Jackie Ying, Chairman of the Department of Bioengineering and Nanomedicine at King Faisal Special Research Hospital and Research Center.

Fellowship News

Dr. Walaa Khushaim Receives MIT IBK Research Award

"Innovative Diagnostic Technology for Early Detection of Silent Heart Attack"