OUR MISSION

We create and deliver world-changing solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future.

About SRI International

SRI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute, headquartered in Menlo Park, Calif., with a rich history of supporting government and industry. We create and deliver world-changing solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future. For more than 75 years, we have collaborated across technical and scientific disciplines to discover and develop groundbreaking products and technologies and bring innovations and ideas to the marketplace.

“I invite you to learn more about SRI – about our extraordinary history, the values we bring to our work each day, and all we are doing today to build a better future.”

–David Parekh, CEO

Our leadership

Executive Team

Lab and Center Directors

Board of Directors

SRI Fellows

“The wonderful thing about SRI is the mission—doing good science that can touch people’s lives. SRI researchers want to do exciting, cool work that will impact society. It’s important to remember that the work you do can benefit real people and real health issues.”

Kathlynn Brown

President, Biosciences Division

SRI International is an independent, mission-driven non profit

Legacy

Founded in 1946 by Stanford University

Innovation

$4b+ in research over the last 10 years

Transition

Created more than $100B of marketplace value

Our business model

Our business model uniquely positions SRI to support clients from idea generation through to the end user. SRI generates inventions that solve major problems, then applies and transitions our inventions to the market to ensure they get to the people and communities that will benefit from them. Revenue generated by our R&D projects, commercialization activities, and marketplace solutions is reinvested in SRI capabilities, facilities, and staff to advance our mission and to continue to meet client and partner needs.

A history of firsts

From the computer mouse to robotic surgery, cancer treatments, and more, SRI’s 75 years of innovation have created new industries, billions of dollars in market value, and lasting benefits to society.

Timeline Of Innovation

Our core values

Collaboration

We are team players and committed partners. We help each other succeed by sharing knowledge, encouraging participation and working together to reach our full potential.

Belonging

We foster an inclusive working environment that values diverse identities, perspectives and experiences. We strive to create a space where all have a sense of belonging, respect and equitable opportunities for success.

Growth

We champion ongoing personal and professional development. Through continuous learning, we actively expand our knowledge base and skillsets, enabling us to develop and implement creative solutions.

Innovation

We are curious and tenacious risk takers who are passionate about solving the toughest challenges. We develop solutions, create breakthroughs and evaluate impacts that make a tangible difference in people’s lives and in our communities.

Integrity

We are authentic, responsible, ethical and trustworthy colleagues and partners. We hold our work to the highest standards and understand our actions can shape, influence and inspire others.