Qatar Foundation: Empowering Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Qatar Foundation (QF) has been a driving force behind Qatar's transformation into a knowledge-based society since 2007. Through its Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) initiatives, QF has catalyzed innovation across various sectors, including IT, energy, environment, and healthcare. With a significant investment of over QAR 5.09 billion, QF has funded more than 4,800 projects, resulting in 331 inventions and the incubation of 42 startups at Qatar Science and Technology Park (QSTP). This commitment to fostering innovation has also led to the granting of eight patents for QF inventions. Beyond funding projects, QF aims to position Qatar as a global hub for research and innovation. Collaborations with prestigious institutions like Tubitak, Boeing, and Harvard University underscore QF's dedication to knowledge sharing and addressing global challenges. QF's initiatives extend to multidisciplinary research conferences, global summits, and specialized research institutes s