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
  • Boosting nature’s benefits on communities

    Article by Tracey Bryant | August 22, 2025

    UD student Matthew Willmes works on Route 9 community resilience plan

  • Examining food systems

    Article by Adam Thomas | August 22, 2025

    UD Associate Professor Kyle Davis reflects on time at UD, receiving NSF CAREER Award

  • Coastal culture

    Article by Karen B. Roberts | August 21, 2025

    UD senior uses art to explore the rhythms of the ocean

  • Celebrating undergraduates’ summer discoveries

    Article by Beth Miller | August 07, 2025

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

  • Building self-competence in health education

    Article by Jessica Henderson | August 12, 2025

    New research from UD assistant professor shows how universal learning design improves accessibility and learning outcomes for all students

  • Coastal culture

    Article by Karen B. Roberts | August 21, 2025

    UD senior uses art to explore the rhythms of the ocean