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Saudi women inventors increase patent filings
The article focused on the rise in patent applications in Saudi Arabia during 2025, where the number increased from 2,007 applications in 2024 to 3,942, marking a growth rate of 96%. A total of 22 local and international patents were registered by Princess Nour University, which also hosted 20 entrepreneurial projects. The innovative efforts concentrated on fields such as health, technology, energy, and smart materials. Furthermore, health applications developed by Saudi female inventors stood out, with King Saud University and Princess Nour University participating in the Geneva Inventions Exhibition in 2025 and 2026. These innovations evolved from integrated therapeutic devices to smart wearable devices and rehabilitation tools for the elderly. Additionally, Saudi inventor Doaa Nizar Khodari received a patent for a device designed to filter materials and recycle fluids, and she won two gold medals at international exhibitions. These efforts are part of university strategies to promote innovation, benefiting over 3,000 individuals through various programs. There is also a growing trend to link patents to development and marketing stages, with women representing approximately 18% of international inventors in 2024.
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