Research and Innovation
Igniting Curiosity, Fostering Excellence
The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Delaware is a hub of innovation and research, offering exciting undergraduate and graduate research opportunities. With a strong emphasis on hands-on experience, the college provides a platform for students to engage in cutting-edge research across various academic disciplines. Through personal connections with faculty members, students are actively involved in real-world research work, gaining invaluable experience highly sought after by employers.
Embedded video of UD Building X Ribbon Cutting Slides: https://capture.udel.edu/media/1_dxlikj01/
Building X: Forging the Future of Knowledge
UD cuts the ribbon on Building X, UD's new interdisciplinary science building, home to classrooms and labs for multiple fields.
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Innovation in focus
October 28, 2025 | Written by Karen B. RobertsCAS professors named UD innovation ambassadors -
Harnessing magnetism for faster computing
October 24, 2025 | Written by Hillary HoffmanUD researchers uncover a new way to measure magnetic waves using electrical signals -
Fresh Fuel for Research
October 23, 2025 | Written by Karen B. RobertsCAS-led COBRE receives grant worth more than $6 million.
Out of this world research
UD student experiment soars into space on board NASA rocket as part of RockSat program.
Video of RockStat footage from space: https://capture.udel.edu/media/1_dsbi1ygv/
Undergraduate Research
Undergraduate research opportunities play a pivotal role in enhancing the educational experience for students in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Delaware. By engaging in research projects under the guidance of faculty mentors, students gain invaluable hands-on experience, develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and apply classroom knowledge to real-world contexts.
The College of Arts and Sciences actively facilitates a robust research environment, enabling students to craft literature reviews, analyze data, and contribute to scholarly publications while also presenting their findings at local, regional and national conferences.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
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Pushing the boundaries of biomolecular sensing
October 21, 2025 | Written by Beth MillerUD team wins $12.1 million NIH grant to detect, measure and understand biomolecular processes -
Understanding history’s long-term impact
October 02, 2025 | Written by Megan M.F. EverhartStudent research explores the impact of childhood trauma on future generations -
Looking into the body's essential couriers
September 10, 2025 | Written by Beth MillerUD undergraduate student explores proteins that may help to shape red blood cells.
graduate Research
The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Delaware offers a wide range of graduate research opportunities that allow students to engage in cutting-edge scholarship and creative endeavors across diverse disciplines. From exploring the complexities of human cultures and societies through anthropological fieldwork to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression through innovative studio practices, graduate students work closely with renowned faculty mentors to advance knowledge and contribute to their fields. These immersive research experiences not only deepen students' expertise but also cultivate essential skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, preparing them for successful careers in academia, industry, and beyond.
