UConn Research

Transforming Knowledge, Lives, and Communities

$367 M

Awards for researchers in FY24

$747 M

Annual impact on Connecticut’s economy

37%

Increase in research expenditures over past 5 years

83

Invention disclosures from UConn researchers in FY23

Welcome to the Office of the Vice President for Research’s new website! Explore research across the university. Visit the Contact page to submit questions or feedback.

From unraveling the mysteries of the universe to pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare, UConn’s relentless pursuit of knowledge transforms lives worldwide. UConn research pushes the boundaries of what’s possible, leveraging cross-disciplinary collaboration to fuel economic growth and enrich communities across Connecticut and beyond. Discover the transformative power of UConn research.

Impact on Communities

With seven campuses across the state, UConn's diverse array of projects and partnerships works to address local challenges and foster economic growth, connecting knowledge and resources to where they're needed most. 

UConn research initiatives actively engage with communities to find solutions. Whether it's through groundbreaking discoveries in sustainable technology or innovative approaches to healthcare access, UConn experts strive to create lasting, positive change. Join us in transforming the future with UConn research.

Our Impact

Research Strengths

Research at the University of Connecticut is driving innovation and making breakthroughs in every discipline. At the leading public R1 university in New England, UConn faculty and researchers are making an impact across diverse fields, from high-tech engineering to advancements in clinical research.

Sustainability

UConn research harnesses the power of innovation to respond to pressing environmental changes. UConn is dedicated to advancing renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, conservation science, and more. This research contributes to a healthier planet and empowers communities to thrive in harmony with the environment.

Research is an essential component of UConn’s Sustainability Action Plan, which maps the University’s trajectory toward goals such as complete carbon neutrality by the year 2030. By integrating cutting-edge research with practical initiatives, UConn aims to reduce its environmental footprint and serve as a model for sustainable practices in higher education.

Clean Facilities, Clean Future

Sustainability doesn't just describe UConn’s research priorities -- it also describes how UConn researchers carry out all their work. The University’s research facilities adhere to the University's Sustainable Design and Construction Policy, prioritizing energy efficiency and a minimal environmental footprint.

Student Research

UConn is training the next generation of scientists and scholars. From undergraduates to doctoral students, investigators receive unparalleled support as they conduct real-world research and prepare for careers in academia, industry, and other sectors.

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Research News

The Early Occupation of Sicily project team is hoping to detail the island's earliest human inhabitants and their impacts on the island ecosystem. Here they are investigating Ice Age hyena coprolites (fossilized feces). From left to right: Iris Querenet Onfroy de Breville, Peyton Carroll, Christian Tryon, and Ilaria Patania.

How Long Have Humans Called Sicily Home?

UConn researchers are collaborating to help answer this surprisingly tricky question

Research tank set up in a field

Collaborative Study Looks at Environmental DNA and Epidemics in Wood Frogs

eDNA could help wildlife researchers better understand population size and health without traditional tagging

Adobe Stock

UConn’s Promising Stroke Medicine One Step Closer to Clinical Trial Testing

NIH awards $2 Million more to UConn School of Medicine to advance its research for a new medicine healing stroke damage inside the brain

Sepia photograph of six students bundled in winter coats

Month of Discovery: Nadine Noaman ‘26, Uncovering UConn Muslim History

A BOLD scholar and third-generation Husky, Noaman is documenting the past five decades of Muslim activism at UConn – including her own

The Early Occupation of Sicily project team is hoping to detail the island's earliest human inhabitants and their impacts on the island ecosystem. Here they are investigating Ice Age hyena coprolites (fossilized feces). From left to right: Iris Querenet Onfroy de Breville, Peyton Carroll, Christian Tryon, and Ilaria Patania.

How Long Have Humans Called Sicily Home?

UConn researchers are collaborating to help answer this surprisingly tricky question

Research tank set up in a field

Collaborative Study Looks at Environmental DNA and Epidemics in Wood Frogs

eDNA could help wildlife researchers better understand population size and health without traditional tagging

Adobe Stock

UConn’s Promising Stroke Medicine One Step Closer to Clinical Trial Testing

NIH awards $2 Million more to UConn School of Medicine to advance its research for a new medicine healing stroke damage inside the brain

Sepia photograph of six students bundled in winter coats

Month of Discovery: Nadine Noaman ‘26, Uncovering UConn Muslim History

A BOLD scholar and third-generation Husky, Noaman is documenting the past five decades of Muslim activism at UConn – including her own