Alzahra Al-Ensaif

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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Energy Transition Specialization · Cohort 2025

Optimizing BiOI Thick Films for X-ray Detection Applications

This project focuses on optimizing BiOI thick films for X-ray detection applications. BiOI is a promising material due to its high atomic number and suitable electronic properties. The films are fabricated under varying conditions to enhance their structural and functional performance. Characterization techniques include X-ray Diffraction for crystallinity, a profilometer for thickness and surface profile analysis, and other methods to assess morphology, optical properties, and electrical response under X-ray exposure.

Mentor: Robert Hoye

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