King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) is a large public research university in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, with an applied, technology-oriented character. Its 20+ research centers, shared facilities, and industry collaboration office provide structured routes for companies and public agencies to engage faculty and students. Dhahran Techno Valley offers a co-located base for startups, corporate R&D, prototyping, and commercialization. Research draws on competitive support from Saudi Arabia’s Research, Development and Innovation Authority, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, national programs, and industry partners. A dedicated technology-transfer office supports IP agreements, licensing, and startup formation.