The National Transformation Institute (NTI)
From research to impact, building the Kingdom’s future through innovation and partnerships.
Accelerating innovation and economic impact through science and technology
The National Transformation Institute (NTI) is KAUST’s catalyst for innovation and economic growth in Saudi Arabia. With a focus on bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and practical applications, we facilitate collaborations between government, industry, and academia, turning research into real-world solutions for climate change, sustainability, and economic diversification.
By fostering strategic partnerships, funding opportunities, and support for startups and SMEs, we are creating a thriving innovation ecosystem to position Saudi Arabia as a global leader in knowledge and technology.
Advancing national priorities through innovation and strategic initiatives
At the NTI, we collaborate with government, industry, and academia on large-scale projects across Saudi Arabia. These projects create jobs and support long-term growth and sustainability.
KAUST Coral Restoration Initiative (KCRI)
Restoring the future of coral reefs in the Red Sea
KAUST Cryogenic Carbon Capture (CCC)
Capturing carbon. Advancing cleaner industry.
Algal Biotechnology and Aquaculture Center
A KAUST and MEWA initiative advancing algal biotechnology for food security in Saudi Arabia.
The Saudi Vaccine and Biomanufacturing Center (SVBC)
Supporting biotechnology innovation and healthcare resilience initiatives.
Future Mobility Sandbox
Exploring smart systems and next-generation transportation innovation.
Strategic collaborations driving innovation and impact
We believe in the power of partnerships to overcome barriers to innovation. By understanding our partners’ needs, we steer KAUST’s world-class research to tackle the most pressing problems.
Transforming research into market-ready solutions
We create tailored go-to-market strategies to successfully bring KAUST’s research from the lab to the marketplace, driving innovation, delivering impactful solutions, and fostering the growth of intellectual property.
Technology Transfer
Accelerating the commercialization of KAUST innovations, intellectual property, and breakthrough technologies.
KAUST Beacon Development
Driving Success through Strategy.
Faculty-Led Consultancy
Supporting startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs with pathways for scaling technologies and entering the market.
Empowering innovators, startups, and future technologies
We cultivate a dynamic innovation ecosystem that empowers entrepreneurs and their transformative ideas, offering world-class facilities, development programs, and diverse funding opportunities.
Funding
Supporting innovators and entrepreneurs through investment, venture support, and funding opportunities.
Programs
Empowering bold ideas through innovation and entrepreneurship.
Facilities
Providing innovators access to advanced research infrastructure, labs, prototyping, and innovation spaces.
Portfolio of Startups
Showcasing innovative startups emerging from the KAUST entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem.
KAUST Fourth Industrial Revolution (K4IR)
Advancing emerging technologies and future-focused innovation aligned with the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Spaces designed to accelerate collaboration and innovation
We provide purpose-built Hubs that support innovators and entrepreneurs in bringing their ideas to market and unlocking the commercial potential of their startups.
Advancing innovation for national and global impact
The National Transformation Institute (NTI) accelerates innovation, entrepreneurship, commercialization, and strategic collaboration across the KAUST innovation ecosystem.
Learn more about the NTI
Explore innovation programs, collaboration opportunities, strategic initiatives, and entrepreneurship pathways shaping technology and industry at KAUST.