Fatima Alhelal

Artificial Intelligence Specialization · Cohort 2026

EnerGoal

This project aims to evaluate potential energy generation scenarios for Saudi Arabia in preparation for hosting the FIFA World Cup 2034. The objective is to investigate how different energy mixes, including natural gas and renewable energy resources, could satisfy the expected increase in electricity demand while maintaining reliable and cost-effective system operation. The project will utilize the PLEXOS energy market simulation platform to develop a long-term expansion planning model. Multiple scenarios will be simulated to analyze future electricity demand, generation planning, and resource allocation over the coming years. The results will provide insights into how different energy portfolios may influence system performance and support future energy planning decisions.

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Bioinformatics Specialization · Cohort 2025

Co-Housing Accelerates Exchange of Age-Linked Gut Microbiota with Synchronized Genus-Level Responses

This project investigated the exchange of gut microbiota between young and aged mice through co-housing. By analyzing microbial composition at the genus level, we observed that specific taxa were transferred in both directions (young-to-aged and aged-to-young), including beneficial bacteria and taxa with context-dependent effects. These findings highlight how co-housing accelerates age-linked microbiota exchange and may provide insights into microbiome-based strategies for improving health across generations.

Mentor: Lajos Kalmar, Puspendu Sardar

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