As the public research university for Northern Ohio, The University of Akron seeks to increase relevant knowledge for it stakeholders, including students, industries, governments and educational institutions. The University uses sees its research as a driver for finding meaningful solutions to advance the region. UA's research initiatives include:

• Research expertise in polymers and advanced materials, biomaterials and medical devices, advanced energy, computational science, and nanotechnology
• 70 new technologies disclosed each year
• A leadership role in the BioInnovation Institute in Akron
• Collaboration with industry through more than one hundred active sponsored research projects
• Entrepreneurship initiatives including the Akron Regional Change Angels (ARCHAngels) investment network that connects emerging companies to funding sources
• 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
• Collaboration with the Greater Akron Chamber to build, attract and retain high tech companies in Northeast Ohio
• A commitment to attract and graduate more students in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines through partnership in Akron’s STEM-focused high school

Research News Archive

Research News

College of Engineering appoints dean of research

09/20/09 - Dr. Ajay Mahajan brings academic and entrepreneurial experience to his new post in UA's fast-growing College of Engineering.
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Teens conduct research with faculty mentors

07/21/09 - A number of Akron-area teens have great stories to tell about their summer vacations, thanks to a forward-looking mentorship program that paired them with UA faculty in the sciences.
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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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