King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology

Supports Saudi Arabia's science ecosystem by running research institutes, technology parks, and innovation services under national programs.

KACST (King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology) is Saudi Arabia's national applied-research institution and technology-parks operator. It runs seven research institutes and operates eleven science and technology parks including The Garage (28,000 sqm, 300+ startups). Under Saudi Vision 2030, grant-making authority was transferred in 2021 to the Research, Development and Innovation Authority (RDIA). KACST's flagship NSTIP grant program is wound down; the organisation today focuses on operational R&D, applied research, and strategic partnerships.