Research at the University of Rochester takes place everywhere, and is broadly evident in the Web sites across the schools and colleges. Centers and institutes complement the work conducted within individual academic departments. Here is a partial list of centers and institutes, as well as academic departmental pages devoted to research.
Research Highlights 2007–08Report lists the the major research develoments of the past year from across the University community.
Laboratory for Laser EnergeticsThis research facility features the Omega—the world's most powerful ultraviolet laser.
Arts, Humanities, and Social SciencesThese centers and institutes form a strong foundation for the University's research in fields ranging from women's studies to political economy.
Biomedical SciencesThe University and its affiliates and partners carry on diverse programs in biomedical research, based in over a dozen centers.
Sciences and EngineeringA number of leading centers exemplify the University's research in the natural sciences and engineering.
Resources for Researchers
- Office of Research and Project Administration (ORPA)
- UR Research (The University’s electronic repository for scholarly work by Rochester faculty and researchers.)
- University Office of Technology Transfer
- Medical Center Office of Technology Transfer
- Office of Undergraduate Research and Mentoring
- Research Subjects Review Board
- Office of Human Subject Protection
- Graduate Studies at the University