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.

Student research expands
  • Addressing disparities

    Article by Amy Cherry | September 27, 2023

    New research finds women with disabilities less likely to get cervical cancer screenings

  • Safety stand down and retreat

    Article by Karen B. Roberts | September 26, 2023

    Hands-on activities help UD Ammon Pinizzotto Center tenants keep safety top of mind

  • Promoting brain health

    Article by Amy Cherry | September 25, 2023

    Delaware Center for Cognitive Aging Research brings brain wellness workshop to the community

  • A global health problem

    Article by Amy Cherry | September 14, 2023

    New research shows 25 HPV types circulating in Nigeria, necessitating new region-specific vaccines

  • Addressing disparities

    Article by Amy Cherry | September 27, 2023

    New research finds women with disabilities less likely to get cervical cancer screenings

  • Safety stand down and retreat

    Article by Karen B. Roberts | September 26, 2023

    Hands-on activities help UD Ammon Pinizzotto Center tenants keep safety top of mind