Biography:

I am a dedicated Saudi female researcher with a strong background in numerical analysis. My academic journey began with a Bachelor of Mathematics from King Faisal University, where I graduated with honors. Supported by the prestigious King Abdullah Scholarship Program (KASP), I pursued my Master's in Applied and Computational Mathematics at Old Dominion University, USA, followed by a graduate certificate in modeling and simulation.

I hold a PhD in Applied Mathematics and Computational Sciences from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, where I was supervised by Daniele Boffi. I was honored to receive a full governmental scholarship from the Royal Commission of Jubail and Yanbu and was recognized on the Dean’s List of top students in the CEMSE Division at KAUST. 

Research interests:

My research focuses on the numerical analysis and approximation of partial differential equations, particularly interface problems and coupled multiphysics models such as fluid–structure interaction. I specialize in finite element methods, mixed finite element formulations, fictitious domain methods with distributed Lagrange multipliers, and robust preconditioning and iterative solution techniques for large-scale saddle-point systems.

Career:

• Assistant Professor at the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu. 

Other interests:

Beyond my academic and research pursuits, I am deeply committed to mentoring and empowering female students to pursue careers in science and research. At KAUST, I actively engage in initiatives that cultivate talent in mathematics, AI, and deep learning. Additionally, I place significant emphasis on developing my leadership and entrepreneurial skills through specialized programs and certifications, particularly in Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Total Quality Management (TQM), and strategic planning.