Research

Research opportunities at IU enable undergrads to think big—and go far

At IU Bloomington, undergraduates are studying subjects like the association between food and memory. They’re documenting seldom-studied African languages, investigating renewable energy, identifying neuronal abnormalities related to Huntington’s disease, and examining political rhetoric. They're helping move the world forward and create a better tomorrow, today.

Research experiences build your confidence and give you an edge in the employment market. Many IU students have used their research backgrounds to create new technologies, new companies, or new jobs—before they even graduate.

100+research centers and institutes in all areas of study

200+IU faculty serve on national and international academies

Find your research niche

Students conduct research with faculty mentors—in programs like Integrated Freshman Learning Experience (IFLE), the Cox Research Scholars Program, the Arts + Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE), or by working in a lab.

The best way to investigate undergraduate research opportunities is to contact the program or department you’re interested in. New research opportunities come up every semester.

No matter what postgrad plans you have in mind, you’ll have access to the research facilities and faculty that will help you get there.

Andrew Martinez knew that investigating Hepatitis B in Adam Zlotnick’s lab would give him research experience. What surprised him is how Zlotnick would take the time to pull him aside, teach him something new about Hep B, and explain how his work was helping all of us better understand this illness.

Using superpowered technology

Our technology centers aren’t just awe-inspiring. They’re essential tools in our research and creative work. At other top-tier research universities, massive supercomputers like our Big Red 200 are typically reserved for faculty. But IU gives students access to supercomputing and to some of the best IT and technology resources in the nation.

Technology wonderlands like the IU Advanced Visualization Lab allow you to develop your expertise with research tools like 3-D modeling.

Research

Research opportunities at IU enable undergrads to think big—and go far

Find your research niche

Using superpowered technology

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