Renad Alshamrani

After KAUST Academy

Renad joined the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority in January 2025 as a Research and Studies Specialist. Renad's team won first place at the DUPHAT pharmaceutical event in Dubai with the project Flowell, and Renad completed the KAPSARC School of Public Policy Acceleration Program in 2025.

Summer project

Artificial Intelligence Specialization · Cohort 2024

Recognition of Recyclable Materials Using Real-Time Object Detection

Recycling is a critical component of sustainable development, vital for reducing waste and conserving resources. In alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, this project aims to address inefficiencies in current recycling methods by developing a real-time object detection and classification model for recyclable materials. Multiple models were tested, with YOLOVS8 proving to have the best precision. The model automates material identification, improving the speed and accuracy of waste management processes. Future work will focus on integrating weight prediction capabilities and expanding the model's ability to classify more material types. These improvements aim to enhance recycling efficiency, reduce waste, and promote sustainability.

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