Research facts
$304.8 million
Research award dollars rose nearly 62% from FY15 to FY20
67th
Ranked 67th by NSF among public research universities for total R&D expenditures
$244.2 million
Wayne State reported $244.2 million in research expenditures in FY19
$91.7 million
NIH awards rose over 7.4% from FY15 to FY20
Key research areas spotlight
Fundamental Sciences
Wayne State has a long tradition of excellence in fundamental sciences research. From developing an understanding of nanomaterials to advance technologies such as information storage, sensors energy conversion and more, to studying fundamental particles in detail to understand the universe at a fundamental level, our faculty are engaged in research that will improve scientific theories and fuel future innovations.
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Cores and facilities spotlight
Microscopy and Cytometry
The Microscopy, Imaging & Cytometry Resources core aims to enhance the peer-reviewed funded research activities of faculty whose research requires these techniques.
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