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Irrigation and global nutrition
Article by Adam Thomas | June 25, 2025
Study examines connection between irrigation and improved dietary diversity in children in the Global South
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University of Delaware launching First State AI Institute to push boundaries of research and innovation
Article by Tracey Bryant | June 24, 2025
Internationally recognized expert to lead pioneering initiative
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Moving innovation to impact
Article by Karen B. Roberts | June 23, 2025
Campus innovation community shares lessons for translating discoveries to market

Research & Innovation

Turning discovery into meaningful impact
Revolutionary thinking—it’s part of our DNA at UD. Our first students in 1743 helped found this nation.
Today, we’re marshaling that daring spirit and our expertise in science, engineering, the social sciences, arts and humanities to address new challenges.
We’re innovating clean cars and clean fuels, giving mobility to youngsters with disabilities, conserving the precious artifacts of our collective global heritage, and creating life-changing inventions right at your fingertips—did you know our touchpad technology made your smartphone possible? Explore the exciting research we’re leading and the entrepreneurial ecosystem we’re building.

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Efficacy of plastic bag bans
Article by Adam Thomas | June 20, 2025
UD, Columbia study looks at the efficacy of plastic bag bans and fees on reducing shoreline litter
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Nominations open for Böer Medals in renewable energy
Article by Tracey Bryant | June 04, 2025
Award prizes range from $25,000 to $100,000
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Irrigation and global nutrition
Article by Adam Thomas | June 25, 2025
Study examines connection between irrigation and improved dietary diversity in children in the Global South


