FASTER Laboratory develops laser-based sensors for industry, environment and energy. It supports sustainability through its research on alternative fuels and emissions reduction. The laboratory combines unique experimental facilities with spectroscopic and chemical modeling as well as machine learning / AI.

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Professor Farooq

Principal Investigator

Biography

Dr. Farooq, a Stanford Ph.D. graduate, is a Professor at KAUST and leads the FASTER Laboratory. His research spans energy, propulsion, chemical kinetics, spectroscopy, and laser-based sensors. He has received several accolades, including the Distinguished Teaching Award, Hiroshi Tsuji Early Career Research Award (2019), and Research Excellence Award (2020). He is a fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Combustion Institute.