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
  • Celebrating undergraduates’ summer discoveries

    Article by Beth Miller | August 07, 2025

    UD symposium on Aug. 14 highlights hundreds of students’ research and creative projects

  • Fueling research careers

    Article by Amy Cherry | July 22, 2025

    Hands-on biotech training at UD opens doors to elite cancer research labs

  • Studying the wind

    Article by Karen B. Roberts | July 31, 2025

    Future atmospheric scientist studies tropical cyclone wind profiles to better understand their risks