Theme: Academia and Industrial Roles in the Era of Energy Diversification
The upcoming Educational Forum Day promises to be a pivotal event focused on bridging the gap between academia and industry in the context of energy diversification.
Speaker:
Dr. Muhammad Al-Saggaf
President of KFUPM
Format: A diverse panel of six invited speakers from both academia and industry will discuss the forum theme and explore collaborative pathways.
Attendees will engage with state-of-the-art research facilities and active projects at KFUPM.
An opportunity for informal networking and continued dialogue.
Embark on unique experiences beyond the technical sessions—explore the historic Dammam Dome, gain insider access to a leading service company in Dhahran Techno Valley, or discover the cultural landmark Ithra, all proudly hosted by Aramco.
Field Trip to Dammam Dome
Capacity: max 50 persons
Time: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register here: Field Trip
Visit to a service company: (Dhahran Techno Valley)
Capacity: max 40 persons
Time: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register Here: Service Company Visit
Visit to Ithra
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The IGS AI Lab aims to spark innovation, connect talent, and apply AI to real energy challenges while promoting a more digital and sustainable future.
Held as part of the International Geomechanics Conference (IGS)—organized by SLB in partnership with SEG, with the valued support of Dhahran Geoscience Society. Together, we aim to empower participants with real-world tools, mentorship, and challenges that drive meaningful impact across the energy sector bridging the gap between science, data, and digital transformation.
Each team will work virtually on 1 challenge to be solved within 1 month
Weekly knowledge sharing sessions delivered by SLB experts
What We Expect from You:
Over the course of the AI Lab, you’ll gain hands-on experience with SLB’s digital tools, access real industry datasets, and receive guidance from experienced mentors. Expect engaging knowledge sharing sessions, technical challenges, the opportunity to showcase innovative solutions.
Two Streams, One Journey: Online Learning Meets Real-world Impact
Al Lab Live
A 4-week virtual series of interactive sessions where participants learn how Al is transforming oil & gas
Starts 29 September | Apply by 26 September 2025 for live participation: click here to apply
Al Hands-on Missions
Exclusive for IGS Attendees – Participants tackle real industry challenges, applying Al to optimize operations and reimagine geoscience workflows
Here is a quick look at the key milestones and activities throughout the AI Lab journey . The sessions will run three times a week on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday, with each session lasting 1 hour to keep learning focused and efficient.
Theme: Geomechanics Role in the Era of Energy Diversification
To align with the forum’s core theme and foster student engagement across disciplines
Chair: Talal Al Shafloot
Co-chairs: Israa Abu-Mahfouz, Mustafa Al Ramadan, Murtada Al Jawad, Thomas Finkbeiner
This initiative serves as a valuable platform for students to showcase research, critical thinking, and innovation in geomechanics and energy-related disciplines.
Deadline: September 5, 2025
Dual Submissions and Best Student Paper Award
Abstracts must be submitted through https://forms.gle/
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