Salem Al-saqaf
Salem Al-Saqaf is an Electrical and Computer Engineer specializing in semiconductors, electronics and AI. He combines strong academic training with practical industry experience in AI-driven solutions, data science, and system optimization. His work spans applied research and real-world innovation, aiming to advance intelligent systems, enhance semiconductor applications, and develop technologies that bridge academic discovery with industrial impact.
Biography
Salem Al-Saqaf is a graduate student at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), pursuing an M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering with First Class Honors from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM). His academic journey integrates electronics, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making, intelligent systems, and next-generation computing. Alongside his academic research, Salem has gained valuable experience applying data science and AI in industry settings, bridging advanced research with practical innovation. He is also actively engaged in student leadership, mentorship, and outreach initiatives at KAUST.
Research Interests
- IoT and Intelligent Sensing
- Electronics and Semiconductor Devices
- IC Design
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
Service Contributions
- Service to the Institution
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Co-Founder, KAUST LEADs (Leadership and Mentorship Organization), 2025 - present
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Public Relations Officer, KAUST Graduate Student Council, 2025 - present
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Student Ambassador, KAUST, 2024 - present
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Visual Media Officer, KAUST, 2024 - present
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Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
- Electrical Engineering, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), Saudi Arabia, 2023
- Arabic
- Native or bilingual proficiency
- English
- Full professional proficiency
- Spanish
- Limited working proficiency