After KAUST Academy
Aljouhra was awarded a PhD in molecular biology from the Zoology department at King Saud University in May 2025. As of October 2026, Aljouhra works at the Center of Excellence in Biotechnology Research.
Summer project
Bioinformatics Specialization · Cohort 2024
Making Climate Hazard Risk Data Useful for North Carolina Communities
Creswell, a small, predominantly Black, and underserved community in North Carolina, has been identified by the National Risk Index as highly vulnerable to natural hazards and climate change. Located near the coast at a low elevation with a river running underneath, Creswell faces significant flood risks, leading to rising insurance costs and diminishing market availability. This project aims to develop a pilot model using the HEC-RAS system to simulate various flood scenarios and estimate potential building damages. Our findings indicate that nearly half of the town is at high risk of severe flooding, with potential damages costs ranging from 12% to 33% of residents' annual income. These results underscore the need for targeted flood mitigation strategies to protect Creswell’s vulnerable infrastructure.
With KAUST Academy
- Cohort 2024
Duke University · Bioinformatics Summer Internship
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