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
  • Fauci fireside

    Article by Karen B. Roberts | May 09, 2024

    Former National Institutes of Health infectious disease expert shares lessons in crisis decision-making

  • Mapping forest extent

    Article by Adam Thomas | May 09, 2024

    UD study combines products to develop a forest extent map for Mexico

  • Fresh hope for chronic wounds

    Article by Karen B. Roberts | May 08, 2024

    FDA-approved wound management products include UD-developed biomaterials

  • Fireside chat with Anthony Fauci

    Article by Karen B. Roberts | April 29, 2024

    Renowned physician, immunologist and infectious disease researcher to discuss crisis decision-making with Valerie Biden Owens on May 3

  • The Future of Clean Hydrogen

    Article by Erica K. Brockmeier | May 02, 2024

    UD and Chemours host National Academy of Engineering Regional Meeting, with presentations focused on using hydrogen for clean, efficient fuel cells.

  • May is National Inventors Month

    Article by Karen B. Roberts | May 01, 2024

    Meet Sambeeta Das, a member of UD’s growing innovation ecosystem