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.

Research & Innovation | University of Delaware
Research & Innovation | University of Delaware
Research & Innovation | University of Delaware
Student research expands
  • Bird conservation

    Article by Katie Peikes | August 29, 2025

    UD graduate students study birds of concern to help their populations bounce back

  • Coastal culture

    Article by Karen B. Roberts | August 21, 2025

    UD senior uses art to explore the rhythms of the ocean

  • Reaching new heights

    Article by Tracey Bryant | August 15, 2025

    UD student experiment soars into space aboard NASA rocket