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How do national labs shape the future of technology? In this episode, Dr. Mariam Nouh shares how Saudi Arabia's national labs are pioneering research in AI, robotics, quantum computing, and space exploration.

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Episode 7: National labs and the future of tech innovation

Guest: Dr. Mariam Nouh, Vice President for Economies of the Future at King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST)

How do national labs shape the future of technology? In this episode, Dr. Mariam Nouh shares how Saudi Arabia's national labs are pioneering research in AI, robotics, quantum computing, and space exploration. We explore the role of applied R&D in driving sustainability, economic diversification, and technological breakthroughs that impact industries and everyday life.

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How Saudi Arabia's national labs are driving breakthroughs in AI, robotics, quantum computing, and space research.

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