A commitment to research.

The University of Delaware stands in support of discovery and innovation.

UD in Action

Learn about recent UD initiatives in support of research and its invaluable role in our world.

Video from UD Day in D.C., a showcase of the University’s federally funded studies and their impact.

March for Science, Newak, DE

Rallying for science

A number of UD faculty, staff, students and alumni participated in the March for Science, April 22, in Newark and Lewes, Delaware, and Washington, D.C.

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Sea Grant

Carper, Coons fight for Sea Grant funding

Trump administration budget would defund coastal research.

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Obama Health Care Speech to Joint Session of Congress, whitehouse.gov

Rejecting proposed research cuts

UD has signed a letter from 147 U.S. science, engineering, health and higher education organizations urging Congressional leaders to reject proposed research cuts in the FY2018 budget.

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President Dennis Assanis with Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochchester and Vice Provost for Research & Innovation Charlie Riordan

Engaging the delegation

UD President Assanis (left) and Vice President Charlie Riordan have been meeting frequently with Delaware’s Congressional delegation. They are shown with Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester.

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Damaged photgraph from Hurricane Katrina

Preserving heritage

"What is a country without its heritage?” ask the authors of a recent article in the Chronicle of Higher Education who highlight the work of UD art conservation professor Debra Hess Norris, and express concern about the proposed elimination of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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Photo of the Capitol Building: Martin Falbisoner CC 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Martin_Falbisoner

Urging federal budget allocation

UD has signed on to a letter from 286 U.S. business, science and engineering, medical and health, and higher education organizations about the FY 2017–2018 federal R&D budget.

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Stroud water research detail

News Journal editorial

In this News Journal editorial, UD President Dennis Assanis, Provost Domenico Grasso and Vice President Charlie Riordan stress the importance of the research funding that universities receive from the federal government.

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Delmarva radar

Science under attack

News Journal article on “science under attack,” quotes several UD researchers, shows video of their work and mentions various programs threatened with funding loss in the proposed federal budget.

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Geosciences testimony

Supporting the geosciences

UD is among 130 signers of this testimony in support of NSF, NOAA and NASA, in particular how their work in the geosciences contributes to national security, economic competitiveness and public safety.

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What you can do

Help create a strong, unified voice about the importance of research. Here are some ways you can help.

FOR THE UD COMMUNITY

Legislative Outreach

Legislative Outreach

Reach out to UD federal relations staff to discuss concerns and map out a strategy, including meeting with elected officials.

Amplification

Amplification

If you have a research project at funding risk, make sure the UD Research Office knows about it. Contact udresearch@udel.edu today.

Partnerships

Partnerships

Collaborators from industry, the community and cultural institutions can speak mightily to UD’s impact in solving problems, driving innovation and enriching lives. Notify the UD Research Office if you have contacts who can help.

Public Awareness

Public Awareness

Host an open house, lab/studio tour or teach-in to show why research is important to all. Support the non-partisan March for Science on April 22 in Washington, D.C., and 400 other locations worldwide, including Newark, Delaware.

Social Media

Social Media

Show your support on social media. Follow us on Twitter @UDResearch, Tumblr and other UD social media channels.

Alumni Relations

Alumni Relations

Blue Hens, you can provide powerful testimonials about your UD research experience—and what’s at stake. Thanks in advance for your support!

FOR FRIENDS OF UD

Advocacy

Advocacy

Continue to advocate for University research and its importance to the nation. We need you!

Visit Campus

Visit Us

Visit the UD campus to take part in research events, from public lectures to lab tours, and meet some of our innovators—including our students!

Experts

Experts

Call on us when seeking research experts for local, national and international events or news commentary on critical issues.

Support Education

Support Education

Consider supporting a student internship or fellowship. The young minds of today are the leaders of tomorrow.

Donate

Donate

Make an impact by donating to our research projects, programs and facilities. UD Development and Alumni Relations is at your service.

Social Media

Social Media

Show your support on social media. Follow us on Twitter @UDResearch, Tumblr and other UD social media channels.

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