Talks & Events

Keynotes, invited talks, panels, and workshops

Invited Talk

Surgery in the Robotic Future: AI in Surgery

Synapse KSA & Jeddah Surgical Bootcamp Conference (JSBC)

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia · May 1, 2025

Invited talk exploring AI-driven innovations in surgical practice. Attended by close to 100 healthcare professionals, medical researchers, and students. Organized by Synapse KSA (supervised by SDAIA) in partnership with JSBC.

AI in SurgeryRoboticsMedical AIHealthcare
Invited Talk

Integrating IoT and Data Intelligence in Operating a Smart University Campus

Invited by Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation of the Sultanate of Oman (MoHERI)

Muscat, Oman · May 1, 2025

Invited talk on the application of Internet of Things and data analytics to smart campus operations. Attended by 80–100 delegates from academic institutions in KSA and Oman, invited by the Ministry.

IoTSmart CampusData IntelligenceHigher Education
Invited Talk

Managing Health Data Using Artificial Intelligence

TechMeetup4 Hackathon — Google Developer Community Saudi Arabia (GDG Saudi) & University of Jeddah

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia · February 1, 2024

Talk delivered at the TechMeetup4 Hackathon for tech enthusiasts, developers, and data professionals exploring the use of AI in healthcare data management. Diverse participation from developers and AI and medical practitioners across Saudi Arabia.

Health DataMedical AIHackathonGDG
Workshop

Road-map of Proper Communication with Potential PhD Supervisors

Hasoubiat Community Club (Virtual — Zoom)

Virtual · September 1, 2023

Workshop for aspiring postgraduate students looking to pursue education abroad. Limited to 15 students, each receiving two dedicated sessions for hands-on guidance during their preparation.

PhD GuidanceAcademic CareerGraduate Studies
Invited Talk

Integrating Generative AI in Research

Warwick's Saudi Scientific Society, University of Warwick

Coventry, UK · June 1, 2023

Talk for postgraduate students on leveraging generative AI tools such as ChatGPT in research. Engaged approximately 25 Master and PhD students from the University of Warwick.

Generative AIChatGPTResearch MethodsPostgraduate
Invited Talk

AI-Driven Future of Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship Society at Umm Al-Qura University, Wadi Makkah

Makkah, Saudi Arabia · June 1, 2022

Talk for enthusiastic students aiming to integrate AI into their entrepreneurial ventures. Attended by around 85 individuals, predominantly Bachelor's students and faculty members.

AIEntrepreneurshipInnovationStartups
Invited Talk

Insights from Makkah Gate's Switch and Innovation Winners

Saudi Cultural Bureau (UKSACB) in London (Virtual — Zoom)

Virtual · April 1, 2021

Talk for Saudi students in the UK sponsored by UKSACB. Approximately 175 attendees, primarily postgraduate students with a handful of undergraduates.

InnovationResearch AwardsSaudi Students UK
Invited Talk

Exploring Scientific Publication and Participation

Marifa Platform for Courses and Workshops (supervised by UKSACB) (Virtual — Zoom)

Virtual · January 1, 2021

Talk for Saudi students in the UK under UKSACB sponsorship. About 135 attendees, mostly postgraduates, with a mix of undergraduates.

Academic PublishingResearchGraduate Studies
Invited Talk

The Evolution of AI in Media: Current and Future Perspectives

King Saud's Media College, King Saud University (Virtual)

Virtual · January 1, 2020

Talk for students specializing in Media and Communication on AI's ongoing and forthcoming impact on the media landscape. Approximately 170 attendees, mostly students and some faculty members.

AI in MediaDigital TransformationFuture of Media
Invited Talk

Tech-Savvy Parenting: Understanding and Mitigating Digital Risks for Children

Sheffield's Saudi Student Club (Virtual — Zoom)

Virtual · January 1, 2019

Talk for postgraduate students, especially parents, on understanding digital threats children face and how to safeguard against them. Attracted around 85 attendees.

Digital SafetyParentingCybersecurityChildren

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