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Research

Wherever your interests lie, you’ll have a chance to create your own knowledge through research. Whether it’s a medical breakthrough, fresh insight into a historic event, or the hot new gadget that’s going to change our lives, Miami is the place for discovery.

Make Discoveries

All students have the opportunity to embrace and engage in research across all disciplines.

Getting Started

Take an active role in research, an experience that will set you apart from peers and help you gain the skills employers and graduate schools covet.

Research Blog

Explore news and information on all forms of research to encourage, facilitate, and support students and community members.

Uncovering the Uncommon

We think everyone should get a crack at these opportunities, so we’re committed to encouraging you to take an active role in research.

Students working together in research lab.

Undergraduate Research

Join a research team in your first year and gain access to jaw-dropping facilities while working closely with award-winning faculty.

Graduate student working in lab

Graduate Research

Research, scholarship, and creative activities are at the heart of discovery and innovation that lead to a better understanding of the world and human condition.

Meet the Mentors

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Jessica Sparks Students in Sparks’ biomedical lab research the 3-D printing of hydrogel materials. Their work informs the fields of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine
Jessica Sparks
Jay Smart Smart’s student researchers, like psychology major Terry Reid ’20, are empowered to explore the relationships between human perception and action.
Jay Smart working with Terry Reid in lab
Nancy Parkinson Parkinson uses aeroponic growing systems to teach communities about nutrition and address food insecurity.
Nancy Parkinson caring for plants
Wayne Speer Speer understands what happens when innovation disrupts the marketplace. He’s using his expertise to guide students in investigating 1,000 patents from the Air Force Research Lab portfolio.
Wayne Speer
Tammy Kernodle President of the Society of the American Music, Kernodle is an accomplished musician and scholar who wants to help students achieve their dreams.
Tammy Kernodle

Facing the Challenge of COVID-19

Miami faculty, students, and alumni call upon their expertise and creativity to explore solutions to the COVID-19 crisis.

Research Support Resources

We offer support in various forms such as grant editing, proofreading, and grant writing workshops to sustain your research.

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Partnering with Miami

Miami has long been a resource for industry and commercial partners seeking expertise and specialized technical capabilities. Connect with world-class researchers and consultants.

Let’s Connect Centers & Institutes
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Wherever your interests lie, you’ll have a chance to create your own knowledge through research using Miami’s facilities. Find out why so many choose Miami.

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The big question is, “Where will you go after college?” With a degree from Miami University, the big answer is, “Wherever you want.”

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