New Jersey Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology

**mission** **Responsible for strengthening the innovation economy within the State, encouraging collaboration and connectivity between industry and academia and the translation of innovations into successful high growth businesses** Pursuant to P.L.2018 c. 91, the former New Jersey Commission on Science and Technology has been re-established as the New Jersey Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology (CSIT), recognizing the role and the importance of innovation developed at the State’s institutions of higher education and businesses to the economy of this State. CSIT has been established to exercise oversight for the responsibility of implementing, evaluating, and formulating long-range plans and programs for science, innovation, and technology in New Jersey. **Vision** **At CSIT, we are committed to furthering the Governor’s vision and creating opportunities for entrepreneurs, researchers, and technology businesses of all sizes.** From his first moments in office, Governor Phil Murphy prioritized creating the most diverse and inclusive innovation ecosystem in the nation and reclaiming New Jersey’s role as a national leader in innovation making them key focal points of his administration. In late 2018, Governor Murphy re-established the Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology (CSIT) to bolster innovation within the Garden State and to enhance collaboration across the public sector, academia, and private industry.