In an impressive showcase of talent and dedication to sustainability, 11 individuals from KAUST have been recognized in the 2024 BCG V60 Awards, celebrating visionary women leading climate and sustainability efforts in the Middle East.  

Among these recipients are 7 KAUST graduate alumnae:  Alejandra Ortega (PhD ’19, MS ‘16), Ameerah Bokhari, (PhD ’18, MS ‘11), Asrar Damdam, (PhD ’23, MS ‘18), Dalal Alezi, (PhD ’17), Lila Aldakheel, (MS ’19), Maha A. Aljuhani, (PhD ’19, MS ‘16), and Nathalia Delgadillo, (MS ’20)

The V60 Awards not only celebrate the individual accomplishments of these distinguished women but also highlight the collective efforts necessary to tackle the global challenge of climate change. Their stories are a source of inspiration, urging others to contribute toward a more sustainable and equitable future.