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Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech researchers are solving challenges in a rapidly changing world.  

By distinguishing itself through excellence in research, scholarship, and creative activities, Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech convenes talent and collaborates with partners to strengthen the institution’s .

Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech Research Frontiers

are areas of focus that bring together diverse expertise transcending traditional discipline boundaries to address emerging challenges and opportunities that seek to improve the human condition and create a better world for all.

Kaveh Akbari Hamed Lab Robots.

Harnessing artificial intelligence for intelligence augmentation

Building on expertise in artificial intelligence and data science, systems engineering, neuroscience, human factors, robotics, immersive visualization, and education, among others, to accelerate human-technology partnerships toward seamless augmentation, ethically and sustainably.

A researcher in a lab working with plants.

Leading one health to achieve whole health

Changing the focus on disease and symptoms to one of whole health, integrating intersections of animal, environment, and human health and building in communities and systems to empower multifaceted well-being.

A man flying a drone in a field.

Innovating for secure and resilient communities

Ensuring communities are prepared to face global threats, from climate change to cybersecurity to national defense through advances in preparation, defense, mitigation, and recovery.

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Advancing the quantum leap

Using an unparalleled transdisciplinary focus to accelerate the integration of quantum technologies across society, realizing unprecedented computing and communication capabilities and restructuring our social framework.

Impact and Recognition

Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech faculty are winning competitively funded research awards and being selected as fellows and members of prestigious societies. They are highly cited by their peers, educating the brightest minds, and collaborating across disciplines, industry, and government to make the world a better place for all.

Facts and Figures

$419M Sponsored Research Expenditures in FY23.

World Class Infrastructure Propels Research

In 1987 Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech was designated an R1 institution, which is the highest designation for research universities. With locations in Blacksburg and Roanoke, Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½, and the Washington D.C. metro area including the Innovation Campus, Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech’s research enterprise encompasses over $419 million in sponsored research expenditures in fiscal year 2023.

Two researchers in a lab, one looking at a computer, the other testing a connection to a board.

Preparing Graduates for a Purpose-Driven Career

Research is integral to education and training throughout the higher ed continuum. From undergraduate experiential learning via research in the lab, field, and internships — to the development of scholarship and expertise as graduate student — to the establishment as independent researcher as postdoctoral scholar —  Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech offers a variety of research experiences that enrich academic development.

The Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech Graduate School building.

A researcher in the lab.

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Dedicated Professionals Making Connections

An unparalleled industry-ready talent pipeline, Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech forges new partnerships and strengthens existing partnerships to bring world-class research to market and commercializes discoveries for economic, social, and global good. 

Impact and Research Support

Read about Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech researchers making an impact on the world. And learn more about the Office of Research and Innovation, which provides services and support that help faculty, staff, and students from across nine colleges and seven research institutes, plan, perform, and commercialize groundbreaking research.

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An appreciation lunch and three new awards were a part of National Postdoc Appreciation Week at Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Tech.  Shown is a presenter announcing award winners infront of attendees.