At the University of Washington, we recognize that the challenges in today’s world include problems that are vast and complex, as well as local and immediate. Research at the UW leads to fundamental scientific discoveries, new technology, advances in health care and policy changes, and a next generation workforce empowered to respond to our rapidly evolving world. We take pride in our research impact which touches local communities and spans the globe.
Did you know the UW…
■ Received $1.74B in sponsored grants and contracts, including $1.39B in federal funding.
■ Has researchers from 30 schools and colleges, representing more than 190 disciplines.
■ Is supported by over 1700 sponsors, including federal agencies, state and local government, foundations, corporations, and partnering research institutes.
Research powerhouse
World-class researchers, crossdisciplinary collaboration and a robust ecosystem of support are what makes the UW a global research powerhouse.
Awards and honors
We are ranked among the top public research universities in the world and count Nobel Prize winners and National Academy members among our award-winning faculty, including 2024 Nobel Prize laureate David Baker.
Partnerships
The UW’s culture of entrepreneurship and track record of productive partnerships across all sectors position us as a strong research collaborator.
Recent highlights
UW study ties states’ birth outcomes to their workforce support
Privacy-preserving AI enables researchers to analyze medical data safely
UW Research News
- Q&A: The Arctic melt season is now more than a month longer than it was in the 1980s, according to new UW research1 week ago
- Video: Curiosity, frustration and antipathy: How kids play with AI toys1 week ago
- August research highlights: Nectar robbing, anxious attachment styles, persnickety plasma, more1 week ago
Research community
You’ll find our researchers, young and old, in the classroom and in the lab, working with communities and making discoveries in the field. We foster a culture of collaboration and bring diverse perspectives together to find better solutions. We work across disciplines to make transformative advances, and with external partners we accelerate the translation of ideas to impact. Together, we rise to the challenges, driven by a passion to advance knowledge and serve the greater good.
Info for researchers
Explore boundless opportunities to join the UW research community and pursue your passions.
Info for students
Find more information about student research at the UW for every step in your academic journey.
Info for partners
Learn more about partnering with the UW research community and the impact of these partnerships.
Office of Research
All research at the UW is supported by the Office of Research, whose units provide oversight and tools for research administration, award management, finance, compliance, security and training.
Centers and institutes
Explore the 270+ research centers at the UW which facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration and cutting-edge investigations across diverse research areas.
Shared research facilities and resources
The UW provides access to many of our shared research facilities and resources to UW-affiliated researchers and outside academic, industry and government labs, supporting their critical research needs.
