King Khalid University Wins Three Medals, Special Award at Geneva Inventions Exhibition 2026

Geneva: King Khalid University has secured three medals and an additional international award at the 51st International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva, marking a new scientific milestone for the university. According to Saudi Press Agency, the exhibition, which concluded on Sunday, featured more than 1,000 inventions from over 40 countries, making it one of the world's leading platforms for showcasing scientific and technological breakthroughs. Dr. Abdullah Al-Sehemi and Dr. Taher Sahlabji won a gold medal for an innovative battery representing a new generation of energy storage technology. Unlike conventional lithium-ion batteries, their design uses organic semiconductors as the primary electrode material instead of lithium and other heavy metals. The battery relies on a safe water-based electrolyte solution for chemical energy storage. It offers several advantages, including non-flammability, biocompatibility, and lower production costs, making it a promising option for future energy applications. Anot her invention, a bee-feeding device designed to improve feeding efficiency within hives, earned a silver medal for Dr. Hamed Ghramh and Dr. Essam Ibrahim. The device reduces evaporation and leakage while maintaining optimal humidity levels inside the hive. The feeder can be used both inside and outside hives and allows precise control over the amount of liquid feed supplied to the bees. It operates effectively under a wide range of climatic conditions, supporting sustainable beekeeping and improving productivity. In a notable student achievement, Al-Hanouf Al-Asmari, a medical student, won a gold medal along with an award from Université Internationale d'Agadir for her smart medical patch. The wearable device monitors several health indicators non-invasively, offering an alternative to repeated blood sampling. It tracks vital markers such as glucose levels, kidney function, cardiac enzymes, and inflammatory indicators, and wirelessly transmits data to enable early detection of dangerous health changes. By immediately alerting medical professionals, the smart patch enhances early intervention and improves the overall quality of care.