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Knowledge Enterprise
Advancing research, innovation, entrepreneurship and strategic partnerships at ASU
We are changing the way the world solves problems.
Driving discovery, innovation and solutions
Knowledge Enterprise is the engine that drives discovery and innovation at Arizona State University, one of the fastest growing research institutions in the U.S. We empower researchers, forge partnerships, invest in our communities and pioneer interdisciplinary thinking. Our goal is not simply to find solutions, but to fundamentally reshape how the world solves problems.
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Our impact
Arizona State University is a global leader in interdisciplinary research, discovery and development. Our rapid growth and top rankings demonstrate our success at delivering new knowledge and solutions that support thriving people, a thriving planet and thriving societies.
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2023 year in review
ASU researchers are partnering with NASA to explore a metal-rich asteroid, establishing a testbed to advance our nations’ domestic microelectronics production, and are on the cusp of launching a new medical school to improve the health of all Arizonans.
$905.7 million
ASU has expanded its research enterprise more than sixfold in the past 20 years, reaching $905.7 million in research expenditures in FY 2023.
200+ companies
More than 200 companies have launched based on ASU innovations, attracting $1.2 billion in external funding.
#1 in innovation
For the ninth year in a row, U.S. News & World Report named ASU the most innovative school in the U.S. in its 2024 college rankings, ahead of MIT and Stanford.
Spotlight: Space
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ASU certificated to build sensitive aerospace instruments in-house
The Instrument Design and Fabrication Core Facility was certified to custom-build sensitive instruments that meet aviation, space and defense industry requirements. It is one of only a few U.S. university facilities to gain this certification from the Performance Review Institute Registrar.
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Interplanetary Initiative wins ISS National Lab grant
ASU Interplanetary Initiative won a grant from the International Space Station National Laboratory to create a professional development program that will help middle school teachers bring space research into their classrooms. The goal: to inspire young students to pursue STEM and space careers.
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Space workforce training program goes Down Under
The Milo Space Science Institute, led by ASU, will offer its space workforce training program to university and vocational students in Australia and New Zealand with a goal to expand across the Indo-Pacific region. The academy aims to build capacity in the region and engagement in the global space economy.
Explore our resources
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Accelerate your research
Whether you need help finding funding opportunities, crafting a proposal or commercializing your discoveries — ASU supports researchers through the entire research cycle.
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Partner with us
We can accomplish more together. Find out how you can create customized partnerships with ASU that help your organization thrive.
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Gain career experience
Students are vital to our ecosystem of research, entrepreneurship and innovation. Find opportunities to apply your coursework to hands-on projects and real-world challenges.
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Support discovery
Philanthropy plays an important role in creating knowledge, pioneering discovery and catalyzing innovation. Learn how your gift can advance our work.
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Be a part of ASU Knowledge Enterprise
Advance your career while making a difference. Knowledge Enterprise employees support research and innovation that benefits our communities and our world. And they enjoy generous and broad benefits including health and life insurance, retirement, tuition reduction and much more.