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See how the University of Utah is making a difference.

In Search of New Microscopy Tools to Observe How Cells Function

U chemists discover how key contrast agent works, paving way to create markers needed for correlative microscopy.

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Just How Dangerous is Great Salt Lake dust? New Research Looks for Clues

U scientists determine sediments from the dry playa show elevated ‘oxidative potential,’ indicating greater risk to human health.

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A Breakthrough in Predicting the Severity of an Aggressive Form of Breast Cancer

This study gives us the opportunity to provide hope and to save more lives.

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U Research Study Shows Promising Findings for Noninvasive Treatment of Chronic Pain

A new device from the U may represent a long-sought solution for patients with life-altering pain looking for new treatment options.

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U of U Law Achieves its Highest-Ever Study Ranking in Scholarly, Research Impact

U Law’s ranking reflects the significant contributions of its faculty to the legal field.

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$6.5M Grant Powers Investigation to Reduce Air Pollution in Schools

The project will assess indoor air quality and develop effective, energy-saving air quality management plans for schools.

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Utah Researchers to Host 2025 Summer Institute on Responsible AI

This NEH Summer Institute will focus on how humanities research and teaching can promote more responsible AI.

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The University of Utah Unveils New Website Highlighting Cutting-Edge AI Resources and Initiatives

The new artificial intelligence website aims to be a dynamic hub on the latest AI developments at the U.

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New Collaboration Aims to Provide Genetic Diagnoses for Thousands of Kids

Better diagnostic success may lead to more targeted and successful treatments and help patients and families manage their conditions.

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The University of Utah's research discoveries advances new knowledge, makes innovative discoveries, and creates life-changing solutions for our global community.
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Innovation at the Forefront


Since its inception in 1850, the university's innovative landscape has paved the way for life-changing inventions and discoveries. Recognized as the first institution to receive an NIH grant in 1945, the U is distinguished for its countless research studies, from performing the world’s first artificial heart transplant to developing the Internet as the ARPANET’s fourth node. The U’s noteworthy history, state-of-the-art facilities, and remarkable research community continue to contribute to the U’s leading research breakthroughs.

Research By the Numbers


100+

Fields of Study

$768M

In Research Funding (FY23)

3000+

Awarded Grants (FY23)

20

National Endowment of Humanities Fellowship Awards

12

Guggenheim Foundation Fellows

11

National Academy of Science Members

8

Howard Hughes Medical Institute Fellows

16

American Council of Learned Societies Fellows

1

Nobel Laureate In Genetics

Research Groundbreakers Spotlight


 

Discover our groundbreaking researchers who are driving innovations to shape a better future.

Misty McIntyre Goodsell and Dr. Mary Beth Vogel-Ferguson

Informed Program Development to Better Meet the Needs of Low-Income Families

Lisa J. Taylor-Swanson

Awarded a Department of Defense, Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs Grant to study Acupuncture Therapy

Katharine S. Walter

Burroughs Wellcome Climate and Health Interdisciplinary Award