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Research at the University of Utah fuels discovery that makes a difference; in every field, across every discipline. From science and engineering to the arts, humanities, social work, and education, our faculty and students explore questions that shape culture, inform policy, improve health, and expand our understanding of the world.

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Research Impact Across Utah

Over the past five years, University of Utah research has brought meaningful funding and collaborative projects to communities across our state.

Aligned with Utah’s #1 national ranking in innovation capacity, this tool reveals how research investment fuels progress in health, energy, technology, and beyond.

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Utah’s Innovation Frontiers

University of Utah is leading breakthroughs in technologies shaping our future. From the BioEconomy to AI and Space, University of Utah researchers are pioneering solutions for the world’s greatest challenges.

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Research That Matters

From AI-powered health tools to community-based justice programs, University of Utah research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time—with solutions that scale.

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Research & Impact
Distance Changes Survival: When Every Mile Matters
October 5, 2026

By Jakob D. Jensen, Senior Associate Vice President for Research This is the second installment...

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Research & Impact
Distance Changes Care: Healthcare Shouldn't End at the City Limits
September 30, 2026

By Jakob D. Jensen, Senior Associate Vice President for Research  This is the first installment...

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Research & Impact
University of Utah selected for major DOE geothermal projects
September 30, 2026

U researchers will advance next-generation geothermal technologies through field-scale testing and exploration in partnership with...

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People & Recognition
Undergraduate Research Fall 2026 Awardees
September 22, 2026

The Office of Undergraduate Research is pleased to announce that 232 students are being awarded...

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Empowering Researchers at Every Stage

Stay current on recent resources, funding opportunities, programs and announcements available to support research across the U.

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Resources & Opportunities
Nominations Open for 2027 Vitae Speakers
October 7, 2026

Nominations are now open for speakers for U of U Health’s award-winning Vitae event, to...

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Funding
More Than Medicine Funding Opportunity
October 7, 2026

A coalition of nonprofit organizations known as the Pathways for Health Research Collective (which includes the...

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Resources & Opportunities
Generative AI and the Research Record
October 1, 2026

Generative AI can be used to help researchers in many activities, including reviewing literature, organizing...

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Funding
NIH Loan Repayment Program Applications Open for 2026
September 29, 2026

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Loan Repayment Programs (LRPs) are now accepting applications for...

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