In a distinguished research achievement, His Excellency the Minister of Health, Dr. Fahad bin Abdulrahman Al-Jalajel, honored Prof. Ghulam Muhammad, Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at the College of Computer and Information Sciences, for winning first place in the Medical Research Track of the Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Award for Medical Research, Innovation, Health Education, and Medical Education in its fourth edition.The recognition took place during His Excellency’s patronage of the Fourth Annual Conference of Fakeeh Care Group, held in partnership with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties and organized in Jeddah. The event was attended by a distinguished group of health leaders, experts, and practitioners representing various medical and healthcare specialties.The Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Award is regarded as one of the leading scientific awards in the Kingdom. It aims to support scientific research and innovation in medical and health-related fields and to encourage researchers to develop evidence-based solutions that contribute to improving the quality of healthcare services.Prof. Ghulam Muhammad received the award in recognition of his pioneering research on stroke rehabilitation through electroencephalogram (EEG) signal decoding and the integration of exoskeleton technologies. In this field, he has supervised three Ph.D. dissertations and two undergraduate graduation projects. Two of his related publications have been recognized as Highly Cited Papers according to Clarivate Analytics’ Web of Science database. One of these publications, titled “Physics-Informed Attention Temporal Convolutional Network for EEG-Based Motor Imagery Classification” (IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics), constituted the primary research work underpinning the award.In alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, which emphasizes empowering persons with disabilities by providing access to education, employment opportunities, and tools that promote independence and social integration, Prof. Ghulam’s research leverages advanced artificial intelligence and neurophysiological methodologies to design and develop EEG-based hand rehabilitation systems. These systems aim to enhance recovery outcomes for stroke patients in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.This award reflects the research excellence and distinguished scientific contributions of the College of Computer and Information Sciences at King Saud University. It also underscores the College’s commitment to fostering a robust research ecosystem and advancing national expertise in medical and health-related disciplines.

Experts from more than 50 international and local organizations specializing in education, employment, and artificial intelligence will discuss the future of education and its development in light of the rapid global advancement of AI technologies. The discussions will also address the impact of these technologies on the labor market, their implications for current and future generations, and the new opportunities they create.These topics will be explored during the International Conference on Capacity Building in Data and Artificial Intelligence (ICAN 2026), which will be held on January 28–29, 2026, at King Saud University in Riyadh.The significance of ICAN 2026 lies in its focus on redefining the concept of work and building human capacities in alignment with future requirements. The conference will present practical solutions to empower young men and women with AI capabilities, shape AI and technology-enabled education, and align learning outcomes with the most in-demand future skills locally and globally. It will also highlight emerging career pathways in data and artificial intelligence and explore mechanisms for supporting the workforce through AI technologies, transforming AI from a potential threat to jobs into a genuine opportunity for growth and innovation.The conference represents a valuable opportunity for academics, professionals interested in data and AI technologies, and university students to explore the latest advancements in leveraging artificial intelligence to serve humanity and enhance national capabilities. Registration for the conference is available via the following link:https://sdaia.gov.sa/ar/MediaCenter/Initiatives/AICapacityBuilding/AICapacityBuildingIndividual.aspx?lang=enOrganized by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), the conference is held in academic partnership with King Saud University, a knowledge partnership with the Human Capability Development Program, and a strategic partnership with Elm Company. The event will feature global dialogue sessions, interactive workshops, the signing of strategic partnerships with international universities and institutions, and the launch of flagship initiatives aimed at achieving the Kingdom’s objectives in building capabilities in data and artificial intelligence, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s position as a global hub for data and AI.The conference will also include an accompanying exhibition, where participants from the public and private sectors will showcase the latest solutions and innovations in education and digital transformation. The exhibition will provide young men and women with direct access to learning, training, career, and technology opportunities related to the Kingdom’s digital transformation, highlighting pathways to shaping their futures through local and international experiences presented at the exhibition.

More than 100 training opportunities aimed at skills development are brought together at the First Training Forum “TamkeenX”, offering a unique experience that opens new horizons for King Saud University community.