Our Mission

Arizonans want a strong economy, a good education system, and high-quality, high-paying jobs. Science Foundation Arizona was formed to help with exactly that.

SFAz is a lean and effective catalyst – bringing together businesses and researchers to generate  tangible economic benefits for Arizonans.  Organizational Structure >

SFAz was created in 2006 by three statewide CEO business organizations. The goal: strengthen and diversify Arizona's economy with strategic research and development investments.   History of SFAz>

 

Research

We target our research investments to areas with high-impact commercial potential:

 

Education

To secure our competitiveness in the New Economy, Arizona needs to build a 21st Century work force. That's why SFAz invests heavily in education"

STEM Education initiative

supports Arizona students and teachers in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education. Read More

Graduate Research Fellowships

attract world-class talent to Arizona institutions. Read More

Bisgrove Post Doctoral Scholars Program

will attract and grow young scientific and engineering talent in Arizona. Read More

 
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SFAz Impact

1,776

Direct jobs associated with our grants

4.4:1

Leverage of non-state vs. state funding

8,000

Teachers engaged

314,000

Students impacted

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Concentrating the Sun

We're funding game-changing research on solar energy

 

ROI for Arizona

SFAz is building new industries and high-paying jobs. Watch the video.