Husam Alshareef: Prominent materials researcher, passionate educator

A veteran of the semiconductor industry who has put materials in volume production at companies such as Texas Instruments, he now leads a large research group developing advanced materials for energy and electronics at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). Husam has been involved with students locally and globally to inspire a new generation of materials scientists who can carry the torch and strengthen a network of like-minded individuals committed to materials science. According to Husam, your network is your most important asset after your degree.