US universities with High Research designation
expended in research and innovation, 2023–24
students doing research projects each year
At IUP, Research Is Part of Our DNA
Whether we’re researching how zebrafish can regrow kidneys, unearthing artifacts at abandoned settlements, training future police officers to better understand racial issues, finding ways to protect lungs from nanoparticles, or discovering a dinosaur, IUP faculty members and students are seeking discoveries.
Our approach to research makes IUP stand out from the crowd.
Nationally Recognized
Every year our student and faculty researchers receive millions of dollars in grants to fund their work so they can continue to make discoveries.
The Carnegie Foundation classifies IUP as a doctoral university with high research activity. That’s an honor met or exceeded by only about 7 percent of colleges nationally.
Changing the World While Changing Students’ Lives
When we roll up our sleeves and dig into research, we do it locally with an eye on a global application. While our research changes the world, it also changes the experience our students have. They leave here confident in their ability to solve problems, think critically, and are ready to remain curious as they enter the workforce.
Centers and Institutes
Resources and Opportunities for Student Researchers
All students benefit from studying in an environment rich with research and discovery. You could be part of a faculty research team or conduct your own research.
Resources for All Researchers
Many resources are available to the university community for all stages of your research project—from funding and conducting responsible research to managing your research project, including resources specific to student research.
News
IUP Alumna Selected for Fulbright Award
Kayla Anthony, a recent graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, originally from Johnstown, has been selected for a Fulbright post-graduate study award.
Maicaneanu Publishes Trio of Research Papers
Sanda Andrada Maicaneanu recently published three collaborative research papers exploring the environmental and electrochemical applications of natural materials like clays and zeolites, advancing sustainable solutions in water treatment and sensing technologies.
Advanced Chemistry Lab Analyzes Students’ Blood for Toxins
Students in an advanced chemistry lab experienced a unique opportunity to sample and analyze their own blood for numerous persistent organic pollutants (POPs). The results, while surprising to the students, are more common than most realize.
AGES Faculty Recognized for Outstanding Scholarly Activities
During the thirty-first annual Research Awards Reception at IUP, three Anthropology, Geospatial and Earth Sciences faculty members were recognized for outstanding scholarly activities.
Students Selected as Three Minute Thesis Winners
Dakota Dickerson, a student in the applied anthropology master’s program, won the judge’s award, and Ashley Moll, a student in the biology master’s program, won the people’s award during IUP’s Three Minute Thesis event held during IUP’s annual Research Appreciation Week.
