KAUST Industry Collaboration Program (KICP)
Partnering for Real-World Impact
The KAUST Industry Collaboration Program (KICP), launched in 2009 by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), is a flagship platform that connects industry, government, and academia to accelerate innovation and research collaboration. Through KICP, partners gain access to KAUST’s faculty of expertise, research facilities, and talent to co-develop solutions to real-world challenges and advance emerging technologies aligned with national and global priorities.
KICP bridges world-class research with industry needs. It’s a platform for co-creation where ideas evolve into real-world impact.
As part of the KICP, you can:
- Access KAUST’s deep-tech ecosystem, faculty expertise, and IP portfolios.
- Leverage advanced facilities and top-tier talent for technology-driven growth.
- Collaborate with leading corporations, government entities, and national champions.
Benefits
A focused set of opportunities to deepen partnerships and accelerate innovation.
- Executive Seat at the KAUST Industry Advisory Board (KIAB)
Join KAUST’s flagship forum to shape research priorities and future collaborations. - KICP Working Groups
Participate in thematic groups on priority sectors to co-create initiatives. - KICP Day
Attend a members-only forum with showcases, pitches, and collaboration opportunities. - Collaborative Research and Sponsored Projects
Co-design and fund research programs that deliver targeted, actionable outcomes.
- Priority Access to KAUST IP and Technologies
Receive early visibility on breakthrough IP with preferred licensing pathways. - Access to KAUST’s Innovation Ecosystem
Tap into Core Labs , research centers, startups, and the Research & Technology Park. - Dedicated Account Management
Partner with a KAUST Relationship Manager aligned to your R&D roadmap.