Solving Real-World Problems
At Lehigh University, our vibrant community fosters groundbreaking, interdisciplinary research to help solve real-world problems and address critical needs in our society. Student and faculty researchers engage and collaborate in work that is impactful, powerful and valued nationally and internationally. Learn more about University Research Centers and Institutes >
Center for Catastrophe Modeling and Resilience
Researchers within Lehigh’s first URC explore how hurricanes, pandemics and other large-scale events impact communities.
Center for Community-Driven Assistive Technologies (CDAT)
Improving the lives of people with disabilities through interdisciplinary research and cutting-edge emerging and existing assistive technologies is at the core of this URC’s work.
Center for Advancing Community Electrification Solutions (ACES)
This URC aims to transform how communities use electricity by creating efficient, reliable and self-sustaining energy systems.
Student Research Experience
At Lehigh, we foster inquisitive minds through hands-on, real-world experience. Our students work with faculty, with peers and independently to ask important questions and seek answers in thoughtful and unique ways. Lehigh invites students to immerse themselves in a dynamic research environment both on campus and around the world. Learn more >
IDEAS Student Joins Cultivated Meat Research
Josie Krepps '24 works with professors in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering as part of their long-term project to develop meat cultivated directly from the cells of animals.
Wearable Tech: A Game Changer for Athletes' Performance
Graduate and Ph.D. students are assisting in a study of wearable technology and how data can prevent injury and hasten athletes’ return to sports. The team includes graduate students Tony Del Vecchio ’23 ’24G and Anthony Cino ’24G.
Sponsored Programs
The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs works closely with faculty and staff to support research, education and service, as well as meet commitments to sponsors. Learn more >
Technology Transfer
The Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) supports the shepherding of research results into practice. Learn more >
Graduate Student Life
The Graduate Life Office is dedicated to enhancing the academic, personal and professional development of our graduate students. Learn more >
Inspiring the Future Makers
The way forward is not yet defined. The future is ours for the making.