Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulilah Mayet, King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulilah Mohammad Mayet is an accomplished expert in Electrical Engineering, currently serving at King Khalid University 🇸🇦. With a Ph.D. from KAUST 🎓, he has pioneered research in MEMS/NEMS, nanofabrication, and AI-integrated sensor systems 🤖. A prolific inventor with 8️⃣ patents and 28+ publications 📚, Dr. Mayet has collaborated with global institutions including UC Irvine 🇺🇸 and Cornell University. His leadership spans academia, industry, and innovation 🚀, notably as CEO of Qimam Abha Company and a Fulbright Scholar. Fluent in Arabic and English 🗣️, he inspires innovation across engineering and technology frontiers 🌍.
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Education
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulilah Mayet holds a distinguished academic background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering ⚡. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in April 2016 📅, following his M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the same institution in June 2011 🧠. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), Dhahran, Saudi Arabia in June 1991 🏫. This strong educational foundation has powered his cutting-edge contributions to nanotechnology, MEMS/NEMS, and semiconductor innovation 🔬🚀.
Experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulilah Mayet brings over 25 years of pioneering experience in nanotechnology, MEMS/NEMS, and VLSI design 💡. Currently, he serves as a Supervisor of the VLSI Design Group and a Visiting Professor at UC Irvine, while also being a Fulbright Scholar Fellow 🇺🇸. As an Associate Professor at King Khalid University, he leads initiatives in nanofabrication, AI-driven FPGA teaching, and research commercialization 🧪. Formerly CTO at SEMC, he managed a 4,000m² fab facility. His career spans innovations in NEM switches, amorphous metals, and MEMS platforms, with leadership roles at the Misk 2030 Leaders Program and Saudi Leadership Society 🌍🔬.
Awards
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulilah Mayet has made remarkable contributions to science and engineering, notably by independently conceptualizing and demonstrating the first-ever fully amorphous metal fabricated in a CMOS fab 🧪🔬. He has published 28 journal papers (24 as first/corresponding author) and 7 conference papers 📝. His research has attracted over SAR 26 million in grants, supporting startups and lab establishments 💰. With 8 intellectual properties registered, he continues pushing innovation 🚀. Dr. Mayet has taught a wide range of advanced courses and mentored MSc students 🎓, while actively shaping curriculum development at both undergraduate and graduate levels 📖👨🏫.
Research Focus
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulilah Mayet focuses on cutting-edge research in intelligent measurement systems, non-destructive testing (NDT), and sensor-based technologies within the realm of electrical and electronic engineering ⚡. His work integrates artificial intelligence 🤖, machine learning, and ANNs for enhanced precision in multiphase flow analysis, pipeline diagnostics, and material characterization. He also explores nanoelectronics, MEMS/NEMS, and gamma-ray-based detection systems for industrial and biomedical applications 🧠🏭. His multidisciplinary approach bridges engineering with sustainability, fluid mechanics, and healthcare innovation, making his contributions vital to the energy, oil & gas, and emerging technologies sectors 🌍💡.
Publication Top Notes
Multiphase Flow’s Volume Fractions Intelligent Measurement by a Compound Method Employing Cesium-137, Photon Attenuation Sensor, and Capacitance-Based Sensor