MU signed an agreement with the Saudi company (BAE SYSTEMS) to set up a laboratory for sustainability at the Engineering Research and Applied Sciences Center. This agreement aims to equip this lab with state-of-the-art tech and tools needed for research projects for students of engineering, science, information technology, and computers. The lab is well-designed to account for the main challenges in the field of sustainability, allowing students to conduct experiments and research.
Prof. Mohammed Al-Aboudi, the vice-rector for educational affairs, extended his thanks to (BAE SYSTEMS) for establishing the Sustainability Laboratory, pointing out that this partnership will create opportunities for students and researchers to develop innovative solutions for a sustainable future to achieving the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
Prof. Mohammed Al-Shehri, the vice-rector for postgraduate studies and scientific research commended the support provided by both BAE Systems and MU's rector for scientific research and the research and innovation system.
Mr. Steve Claughton, CEO of BAE SYSTEMS, Saudi Arabia, said: “We are proud to form a partnership with Majmaah University. The Sustainability Laboratory will provide the tools and knowledge that students and researchers may need to become future leaders in this field of sustainability. This investment also enhances our commitment to community to achieve the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which seeks to unify the programs of environmental protection, energy transformation, offset emissions, and maximizing the use of clean energy.”