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Research
As the public research university for Northern Ohio, The University of Akron is connected to the community and to industry, using research as the driver for finding meaningful solutions to advance the region. UA's research initiatives include:
- A commitment to attract and graduate more students in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines with a partnership in an Akron STEM-focused high school
- Research programs in polymers and advanced materials, biomaterials and medical devices, advanced energy, computational science, and nanotechnology
- A leadership role in the BioInnovation Institute in Akron
- Hundreds of sponsored research projects for companies of all sizes
- A technology transfer program that ranks first in Ohio in efficiency of commercializing research
- A nationally recognized research foundation (UARF) that shares its expertise with other major Ohio universities
- Supporting the Akron Regional Change Angels (ARCHAngels) investment network that connects emerging companies to funding sources
- Collaborating with the Greater Akron Chamber to build, attract and retain high tech companies in Northeast Ohio
Research Spotlights
Get an overview of UA cutting-edge research topics and ten technologies to watch. Learn more...
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Created by filling a polymer pouch with insulin-producing cells, Joseph Kennedy and Miko Cakmak’s artificial pancreas could be implanted anywhere in the human body, and could potentially be used as a long-term cure for diabetes. The device recently underwent successful animal tests at NEOUCOM and the Cleveland Clinic. Learn more... |
Research News Feature
Research News
Polymer college introduces accelerated programs
06/12/09 - Qualified candidates will be able to earn undergraduate and graduate degrees in five years.
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New hope in lung treatments
05/19/09 - New UA research could lead to a breakthrough in the treatment of pulmonary infections such as pneumonia and cystic fibrosis.
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Among Ohio publics, UA tops in tech transfer
02/24/09 - UA attracted a record amount of technology licensing in 2007, more than any other Ohio public university.
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NSF's Dr. Luis Echegoyen to present program on chemistry
01/06/09 - The speaker, Dr. Luis Echegoyen, is the National Science Foundation's division director for chemistry.
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Resources
Research Expertise & Industry Collaboration
Partner with The University of Akron to build on existing regional excellence in the areas of polymers, advanced materials, biotechnology, computational science and nanotechnology.
Economic Development & Commercialization Support
Gain support for entrepreneurship, innovation, collaboration and commercialization endeavors through The University of Akron’s Fitzgerald Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies and a network of Northeast Ohio economic development partners. Learn more...
Patents & Licensing
Access the area’s premier strategic partner in navigating the patenting and licensing process. The University of Akron Research Foundation offers intellectual property support and technology transfer services to UA faculty, students and staff, as well as area entrepreneurs, innovators, businesses, organizations and industry. Learn more...
Laboratory Services
Turn to The University of Akron’s advanced equipment and facilities, expert consultation and testing, and production and prototyping services for any research need. Learn more...
Colleges, Institutes & Centers
Build on The University of Akron’s research strengths through collaboration with the University’s seven research colleges, 13 institutes and 28 centers. Learn more...
Conference for Undergraduate & Graduate Research
Find out how students and professors are working together on cutting edge research projects. Learn more...
Industrial / Community Assistantship Program
The Industrial / Community Assistantship Program in Graduate Education represents a partnership between The University of Akron and the business, public and general communities of Northeast Ohio. Learn more...
Research Administration
Office of the Vice President of Research & Dean of the Graduate School
University of Akron Research Foundation
Office of Technology Transfer
Office of Research Services and Sponsored Programs
The University of Akron
302 Buchtel Common. Akron, OH 44325
Phone: 330-972-7111
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