Research and Innovation

Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Jodi Hadden-Perilla, is a recent recipient of a National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development Program

Breaking Boundaries

Veila Fowler and student in Bio Research Lab

Shaping the Future

Joseph (Joe) Fox, Chemistry & Biochemistry & Materials Science professor with students in bio lab

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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.

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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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Research news

Using nature to fight liver cancer

August 17, 2025 | Written by Hilary Douwes

Chemistry breakthrough provides pathway to low cost treatments
Reaching new heights

August 15, 2025 | Written by Tracey Bryant

UD student experiment soars into space aboard NASA rocket
Monitoring biological diversity

August 14, 2025 | Written by Karen B. Roberts

Biology major and AAP alumna Jillian Haverly is analyzing DNA from honey to learn about the plants bees frequent when connecting nectar.

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UD Research Initiatives

In an age of technology and innovation, the future has never looked more exciting.

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William Matthaeus, internationally renowned space physicist, was elected to the National Academy of Sciences, one of the most prestigious honors for a scientist. He also received UD's highest faculty award, the Francis Alison Award.

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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

UD Summer Scholars Program

The College of Arts and Sciences funds approximately 12 Summer Scholars each year. Selected undergraduates, generally sophomores and juniors, conduct in-depth research or creative work with University faculty. Students in the Summer Scholars Program work on their projects full-time for ten weeks in the summer. Research and creative work is generally completed under the close supervision of a faculty member. Each scholar receives a stipend of $4,000. To apply, visit the Undergraduate Research Program's Summer Programs page. The Summer Scholars program is made possible with generous funding from donors such as Tom Hofmann, a UD alumnus who established the Ethel & Donald Hofmann Scholar Award. This award encourages applications from historically underrepresented and first-generation students.

Empower Fellowship at Fox Chase Cancer Center

The CAS Student Success Center’s co-curricular coaching team has partnered with the Fox Chase Cancer Center (FCCC) to offer University of Delaware undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in an 11-week paid, full-time summer research immersion program. Empower Fellows gain hands-on, mentored experience in a research lab at FCCC. They develop an appreciation for the relationship between basic and applied research, as well as how research directly impacts the cancer patient during and after treatment. Housing for Fox Chase Fellows is provided, in addition to a $4,500 stipend. Interested students are invited to learn more about this program by participating in a one-day visit to FCCC, which will include a meeting with graduate students and post-docs over lunch to discuss careers. Visit the FCCC website (linked above) for information about the next summer program, including application details and information sessions.

NSF/LSAMP Summer Research Program

As Philadelphia region members of the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP), UD students are invited to apply for the NSF/LSAMP Summer Research Program at the University of Pennsylvania. This 10-week summer experience is designed to provide an opportunity for students to perform cutting-edge research in the STEM fields.

David A. Plastino Scholars Program at UD

The Plastino Scholars Program was established in 2007 by a gift from UD alumnus David A. Plastino to help outstanding University of Delaware undergraduate students realize their dreams by supporting them in self-designed, off-campus learning experiences that create a difference in their lives and in the lives of others.

Undergrad News

Reaching new heights

August 15, 2025 | Written by Tracey Bryant

UD student experiment soars into space aboard NASA rocket
Monitoring biological diversity

August 14, 2025 | Written by Karen B. Roberts

Biology major and AAP alumna Jillian Haverly is analyzing DNA from honey to learn about the plants bees frequent when connecting nectar.
Studying the wind

July 31, 2025 | Written by Karen B. Roberts

Applied mathematics major and future atmospheric scientist studies tropical cyclone wind profiles to better understand their risks

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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.