The Jury

The Stars of Science jury is at the core of the show’s innovation, with some of the Arab World’s top minds grilling, supporting and helping our young innovators get their ideas realized in the best way possible. Scroll down to meet our jurors, and read about their fascinating lives and resumes!

Professor Fouad Mrad
Innovation Consultant
"Knowledge is fortune only if shared and applied, otherwise it’s a warehouse stock"
Dr. Ahmad Nabeel
Physician & PhD Candidate in Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London
"True innovation demands perseverance and a willingness to embrace challenges. Progress is not always swift, but every step forward, no matter how small, builds the foundation for transformative breakthroughs."
Mr. Yosouf Abdulrahman Al-Salehi
Expert in Technology Transfer and Commercialization
“Action and adaptability create opportunity.”
Dr. Hassan Albalawi
CEO and Co-founder, WakeCap Technologies
“Embrace innovation as a bridge to a safer and more efficient future.”
Bassam Jalgha
Co-Founder and CTO, Band Industries
“From concept to global impact, innovation is a journey of relentless pursuit”
Dr. Youseph Yazdi
Executive Director, Center for Bioengineering Innovation and Design, Johns Hopkins University
“Leveraging science and technology to develop innovative solutions and turn healthcare challenges into opportunities for advancement”