About AZTI

Our mission is to create and transfer knowledge through R&D&I projects that address major global challenges—climate change, sustainable food systems, the protection of marine ecosystems and human health. We do this in close partnership with businesses and institutions, because only by working together can we tackle challenges of this scale.

We approach every initiative with a transformational mindset, seeking high-impact solutions that deliver tangible value in the short term while laying the foundations for a sustainable future.

Turning science into solutions that change the world

AZTI is a private foundation and a member of the Basque Research & Technology Alliance (BRTA).

Applied science to respond today and anticipate tomorrow

At AZTI, we develop scientific and technological knowledge across three broad areas—addressing immediate needs while preparing for future challenges:

1. Marine environment and climate change
   We study ocean ecosystems, how they evolve and how they interact with human activities. We develop solutions for sustainable resource management and strategies to adapt to climate change.
2. Healthy, sustainable food
   We help transform the food system by developing healthier, more efficient and environmentally responsible products, technologies and business models.
3. Digital transformation and industrial innovation
   We use data, artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to improve processes, anticipate scenarios and accelerate the transition to more sustainable and competitive industries.

Committed to a purpose: improving lives through science

Science with a purpose. Technology with impact.

Research only matters when it translates into well-being and development.

Talent to transform: knowledge, partnership and boldness

At AZTI we work with passion, rigour and commitment, fostering diversity, equal opportunities, continuous learning and collaborative innovation.

We believe in an open, inclusive and participatory scientific culture—because knowledge is the driver of change for truly transformational solutions.

Excellence, ethics and commitment

Our integrated management system is certified to demanding international standards, ensuring best practice in quality, safety, sustainability and ethics across everything we do.

This rigorous and transparent way of working builds trust and ensures our science and technology projects create value for our people and for society.

Science that creates value for our clients

At AZTI, we turn science into real value for the companies and institutions we work with.

We support organisations across sectors throughout the innovation process—from identifying opportunities to validating technologies and developing sustainable business models.

Our goal is to turn knowledge into sustainable growth: generating added value for industry and society, supporting quality employment and strengthening our clients’ international competitiveness.

Alliances to multiply impact

Real impact is built through networks. At AZTI, we work with institutions, businesses, universities, public bodies and international networks to accelerate the transition towards a more sustainable, blue and healthy economy. These alliances enable us to share knowledge, co-create technological solutions and extend the reach of our projects.

Our participation in international platforms, European networks and technology forums positions us as a key actor in areas such as food, sustainability, the blue economy, digital innovation and biotechnology. These partnerships strengthen our transformational role and help our science go further.

Connect with AZTI

Would you like to collaborate, innovate or find out more about our work?

At AZTI, we strive to take science further—reaching more people, sectors and territories, always with purpose and commitment.

Your idea, your project or your talent could be part of the change.