Research at DU
Redefining research. Reinventing possible.
At the University of Denver, our research contributes to humanity’s understanding of the world—and by doing so, serves the public good. Join us and leverage relationships and resources to connect with faculty members, students, and change-making funding. Be empowered to engage in groundbreaking work. And help fuel our campus-wide commitment to innovation as, together, we encourage research and scholarship that pushes boundaries of what was previously thought possible.
$20M Research Awards Amount of new award funding DU received this year. Of the 132 new grants funded in FY24, 13 were more than $500K.
36,307 Citations Number of times the work of DU faculty was cited this year in industry publications and reference materials.
258 Principal & Co-PI Investigators
At DU, we empower our faculty as educators, researchers and practitioners to elevate future generations and change the world for the better. Whether working in the lab, the classroom or the community, you can continue to leave your mark through research, scholarship and creative works.
Research with Impact
Researchers call attention to lack of water, toilet facilities for the unhoused
On a warm summer day in July, Hannah Higgins (MA ’23) strolled the 16th Street Mall in downtown Denver in search of something. Despite the mall’s consumer-driven aura, she wasn’t th...
DU Astronomers Unveil Key Carbon Dust Discoveries
Researchers who presented newsworthy results at the 245th meeting of the American Astronomical Society in National Harbor, Maryland pose for a photo after their press conference. DU doc...
DU Researchers Combat Substance Abuse in Summit County
Hundreds of thousands of visitors flock to Summit County, Colorado, to enjoy the great outdoors, from world-class ski resorts to majestic fourteeners. For the 30,000 people who call...
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At the University of Denver, our research is centered on people and addresses the most pressing challenges we face in every stage of life. From prioritizing maternal mental health and improving childhood well-being to helping seniors thrive in retirement, our research leads to real-world solutions that ensure that we live longer, fuller and more vibrant lives.
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