Where will the conference be held?

The “KAUST Workshop: Photovoltaic Innovation in Saudi Arabia: Achieving the Goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030” will take place at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), in the auditorium between building 4 & 5.

KAUST is located in Thuwal, which is one hour north of Jeddah. Jeddah's King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) is accessible from many main international flight hubs, including Frankfurt, London, New York and Washington D.C.

 

How can I get detailed information about the workshop?

The detailed information about workshop will be available on this website, stay tuned. You may also email ksc@kaust.edu.sa for specific questions.

 

Is there a business center at the conference venue?

Yes, KAUST Library is open 24 hours and offers workstations and a quiet space for work and study. Wi-Fi is also accessible across the KAUST campus.

 

What should I wear at KAUST?

Smart casual attire is preferred at the conference. Women do not need to wear an abaya but should be dressed in conservative clothing (loosely fitted clothing with neck, arms, and legs covered).


Will my photo be taken?

Photos may be taken throughout the event which may be used on our website or other KAUST social media. If you have any objections to your image being used, please ensure you advise the registration team.

 

How do I register for the workshop?

KAUST students, researchers and staff will be required to sign up in advance.

In Kingdom applicants are highly encouraged. You can apply to attend by sending an e-mail to ksc@kaust.edu.sa including a copy of your CV with details of your area of study/research together with a list of your publications.

Due to Saudi visa requirements and space constraints, we can accept out of Kingdom attendees only in highly exceptional circumstances and by invitation only. 

 

When is the poster session?

The poster session will be held on Monday, April 22, 2024 in Building 5 level 2, downstair foyer (sea-side).

 

What is the guideline for the poster session?

Presenters are expected to be by their posters during the poster session to answer questions from judges and attendees.

E-Poster Instructions:

These instructions are written for PowerPoint, but are applicable to any other software you may wish to use. Use PowerPoint 2007 or newer, and set the dimensions of your poster to: LANDSCAPE: 140cm width x 73cm height ((width: 55.0in x height: 28.5in).

 A number of pages (slides): one. 

Make sure your text and background have a large contrast (dark lettering on a light background or the reverse).

The monitors are full high definition and therefore the letters on-screen look nice and smooth. It’s generally advised though, that for electronic posters to be read on-screen, a minimum 24-28 point size (or bigger) for body text fonts is used, to ensure optimal legibility from the usual distance of 3-5 ft. A little larger text (e.g.: of up to 32 pt size) might also be a good idea as it will provide a comfortable reading from an even larger distance, such as up to 8 ft.