Knowledge Bridges Initiative
A national initiative that empowers Saudi researchers and students in sustainable energy and electric vehicle technologies by connecting them with experts, academics, and industry professionals through knowledge sessions, research mentoring, and practical workshops.
About the program
A national initiative launched by the Electric Vehicle Technologies Society to build a sustainable ecosystem connecting researchers, graduation-project students, and postgraduate students with leading experts, academics, and industry professionals. The initiative includes knowledge sessions, research mentoring, a national experts network, a researchers’ community, a research topics bank, and an opportunities platform. It also provides a structured training pathway comprising twelve units across researcher development, applied research, innovation, and industry engagement. The first cycle runs from September to December 2026.
Objectives
Empower researchers in electric vehicle and sustainable energy technologies. Transfer knowledge and expertise to the next generation of researchers. Improve research quality and align it with industry needs and national priorities. Support graduation projects, master’s theses, and doctoral dissertations. Strengthen collaboration between universities and industry. Promote applied research, innovation, and the transformation of research into practical solutions. Build a national network of experts, mentors, and researchers. Contribute to the localization of knowledge and advanced technologies in Saudi Arabia.