HQ Function

Serves as the primary center for KACST's comprehensive research institutes, advanced laboratories, central administration, and strategic planning units. It coordinates national R&D programs, fosters innovation, and supports technology transfer.

Notable Features:

The campus features state-of-the-art research laboratories, specialized research centers (e.g., National Center for Applied Mathematics and High Performance Computing, National Center for Nanotechnology), technology incubators, extensive libraries, conference facilities, and a science park environment designed to promote collaboration and innovation.

Work Culture:

KACST fosters a research-intensive and collaborative work culture. It emphasizes innovation, scientific excellence, continuous learning, and national contribution. The environment is diverse, bringing together scientists, engineers, researchers, and technical staff focused on impactful projects aligned with national priorities.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters is the nerve center of Saudi Arabia's national science and technology ecosystem. It's instrumental in implementing national STI (Science, Technology, and Innovation) policy, driving key research initiatives, building national capabilities, and supporting the Kingdom's transformation towards a knowledge-based economy as outlined in Vision 2030.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters' design, infrastructure, and operations reflect KACST's core values: innovation, excellence, collaboration, national service, and the advancement of knowledge for societal benefit.

Location:

While KACST's primary operations are centralized in Riyadh, it maintains a significant global presence through extensive international collaborations. This includes joint research programs with leading universities and research institutions worldwide, participation in international scientific consortia, technology exchange agreements, and memoranda of understanding with counterparts in various countries. KACST actively engages in global scientific dialogues and supports international partnerships to enhance research capabilities and address global challenges.

Street Address:

King Abdullah Road, P.O. Box 6086 (Campus generally located near the intersection of King Abdullah Road and King Khalid Road)

City:

Riyadh

State/Province:

Riyadh Province

Country:

Saudi Arabia