Almaan Khan

After KAUST Academy

Almaan is a computer science undergraduate at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals. In September 2026, Almaan's profile lists a NeurIPS paper on false presuppositions in medical vision-language models and a paper on dyslexia detection at KFUPM JURI.

Summer projects

Artificial Intelligence Specialization · Cohort 2026

Tawazun

Tawazun is an energy grid simulation initiative designed to identify the optimal balance between environmental sustainability and economic fairness in Saudi Arabia. The project models the Kingdom’s grid to determine the ideal mix of conventional and renewable energy sources that reduces carbon emissions while maintaining affordable electricity prices and supporting energy producers. Additionally, the project examines the impacts of carbon emission fees, providing a data-driven assessment of their effects on energy prices, market dynamics, and the transition to a greener economy.

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Artificial Intelligence Specialization · Cohort 2025

Jarir-NLP: Personalized AI Salesman

The Jarir-NLP project introduces an AI-powered virtual assistant that helps online shoppers navigate Jarir’s wide selection of computers and tablets. By simulating the role of an in-store salesperson, the assistant engages customers in natural conversation to recommend devices based on their specific needs, preferences, and budget. Built on a Agentic AI framework, the system combines real-time search with language generation to deliver accurate, up-to-date answers grounded in Jarir’s product catalog. This ensures reliable guidance while offering a personalized, intuitive shopping experience that bridges the gap between online automation and human expertise.

Mentor: Salman Khan

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