Vision
To be a globally recognized innovation-based research-intensive institution that solves grand challenges for the betterment of society and diversification of economy.
Mission
To conduct interdisciplinary research in national and global priority areas in a conducive environment that attracts the best talents and provides world-class infrastructure.
Message from VPRI
Recently, KFUPM has revamped its research structure and programs completely with a strategic transformation. Our new research activities are designed to enhance society's well-being and solve grand challenges. Interdisciplinary research is our focus of the new research structure since critical and challenging research problems can be answered best at the edges of multi-disciplines.
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Interdisciplinary
Fostering collaboration across diverse disciplines, KFUPM integrates insights and methodologies to address complex challenges and generate innovative solutions.
Collaboration
Prioritizing teamwork and partnerships, both internal and external, we maximize collective expertise to achieve impactful outcomes through a culture of shared knowledge and collaborative problem-solving.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Valuing and promoting diversity in all forms, we actively strive for a research community that celebrates diverse perspectives, ensuring equal opportunities and inclusion for all individuals.
Openness and Transparency
Committed to clear communication, honesty, and accessibility, KFUPM upholds transparency in research processes, findings, and decision-making, fostering trust and credibility.
Resilience
Building resilience as a core value, we promote a mindset that embraces learning from setbacks, adapting to change, and persisting in the pursuit of impactful and transformative research goals.
Research and Innovation Strategy
Research Themes
As a community of scholars at KFUPM, we bring our expertise to bear on the key questions in our age in the disciplines of Engineering, Sciences, and Economics. We have identified five strategic research themes and related thematic priority areas to achieve this effectively and economically. The thematic priorities are built on a legacy of research, but KFUPM researchers are still investigating novel concepts, inquiring, and creating and disseminating new knowledge in order to benefit Saudi Arabia and the rest of the world.
Research Expertise
The scholars of King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals are pioneers in their fields of specialization. From challenging sciences such as chemistry, biology, and physics to engineering and beyond, KFUPM is the career home of some of Saudi Arabia’s leading experts in a variety of fields. These scholars are dedicated to conducting cutting edge research that will help bring about a brighter future for Saudi Arabia and around the world.
