His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al-Qasimi
Honorary President

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al-Qasimi

Member of the Supreme Council of the UAE Ruler of Sharjah ASTF Patron Since 2000
25+ Years of Patronage
70K+ Members United
120+ Countries Reached
$50M+ Funds Mobilized
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A Vision for Arab Science

"The Foundation is a fully independent institution, governed by an internal regulatory framework in accordance with the law, and has gained the trust and recognition of some of the most renowned Arab scientists from within the Arab world and abroad."

Scientific Independence

Ensuring ASTF remains free from political influence, governed solely by scientific merit and the pursuit of knowledge.

Regional Collaboration

Uniting Arab scientists across borders to address shared challenges and leverage collective expertise.

Global Engagement

Connecting Arab researchers with the international scientific community for knowledge exchange and partnership.

Legacy & Impact

Under the visionary patronage of His Highness, ASTF has achieved remarkable milestones in advancing Arab science and technology:

Scientific Networks

Established multiple specialized networks connecting researchers in HealthTech, AI, Climate, Water Security, and more.

Hope for Future

Launched a scholarship program supporting promising Arab scientists in their pursuit of advanced degrees and research.

Scientific Conferences

Organized major international conferences including AMSTRO, bringing together scientists from around the world.

Research & Reports

Published groundbreaking research reports addressing critical scientific and technological challenges facing the region.

Continued Support & Patronage

His Highness's unwavering commitment to ASTF continues to drive the foundation's mission forward through:

AMSTRO 2026

The upcoming Arab Meeting on Scientific and Technological Research Outlook, under His Highness's patronage.

New Networks

Six new specialized scientific networks launching in 2025 to expand ASTF's reach and impact.

Board Guidance

Providing strategic direction through continued engagement with ASTF's Board of Directors.