Knowledge Enterprise units

ASU has created a vibrant environment of discovery, interdisciplinary research and innovation focused on solving society’s greatest challenges. ASU is one of the fastest growing research enterprises in the U.S., with research expenditures nearly tripling over the last decade.

Innovation Zones at ASU is a unique development portfolio that offers companies of all sizes an opportunity to partner with Arizona State University – a global leader in innovation. From startups to established leaders, companies that locate here benefit from direct connections with ASU’s students and world-renowned researchers.

ASU’s Entrepreneurship + Innovation group provides a range of services to faculty, staff and student entrepreneurs as well as to startups outside of ASU. Our entrepreneurship programs offer training and mentorship, seed funding, office space, and opportunities for collaboration among entrepreneurs at various stages in their ventures.

ASU helps make our local communities attractive places to live, work and play. We connect with private industry, local governments and community leaders to drive regional economic development that promotes human well-being.

ASU International Development identifies and pursues projects that provide solutions to the most complex challenges facing the developing world today. We provide the link between ASU’s world-class researchers and international development funding agencies around the world. We engage NGOs, the public sector and foundations in strategic partnerships that leverage our individual strengths to create solutions for long-term, sustainable development.

ASU Core Research Facilities provide state-of-the-art equipment, specialized services and expert consultation to clients at ASU and in the community. Join us on site to receive hands-on training and work side by side with expert faculty and staff. ASU Core Research Facilities include tools and services including genetic sequencing, magnetic resonance imaging, electron microscopy, cleanroom facilities and more.

Skysong Innovations is the exclusive intellectual property management and tech transfer organization for ASU. Skysong Innovations works with faculty, investors and industry partners to speed the flow of innovation from research laboratory to the marketplace while protecting intellectual property rights.