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- King Faisal University鈥檚 membership in IASP positions it within a distinguished global network of science and innovation hubs
RIYADH: King Faisal University has been formally admitted as an 鈥淚nnovation District鈥� by the International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation.
The announcement was made during the 42nd IASP World Conference on Science Parks and Areas of Innovation, held in Beijing, China, from Sept. 15-19.
Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Lily, vice president for postgraduate studies and scientific research and acting head of the innovation and business development sector, accepted the designation on behalf of King Faisal University.
Al-Lily praised the recognition as an important achievement for the university and reaffirmed its commitment to advancing research and innovation in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
He added that the Innovation District status strengthens the university鈥檚 role within global research and innovation networks and creates new opportunities for collaboration with leading institutions worldwide.
King Faisal University鈥檚 membership in IASP positions it within a distinguished global network of science and innovation hubs.
This milestone also underscores the steadfast support of the Council of Universities鈥� Affairs and the Research, Development and Innovation Authority, whose efforts are empowering Saudi universities to emerge as drivers of knowledge and innovation, contributing to strengthening the Kingdom鈥檚 presence on the global innovation map.