Northwestern Research

Ideas with Impact

Bold discovery is a hallmark of Northwestern’s research enterprise. More than 90 school-based centers and 53 University Research Institutes and Centers create knowledge across all fields, including international and domestic policy, chemistry, neuroscience, nanotechnology, biotechnology, materials science, and drug discovery. Northwestern scholars take on humanity’s toughest challenges, working collaboratively across disciplines to create breakthrough solutions — and a better world. The Office for Research provides an integrated portfolio of expert services and resources to advance these transformative efforts.

$676.5MAnnual Sponsored Research (2016-2017)

90School-based Research Centers

53University Research Institutes and Centers

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The Northwestern research community hosts lectures, seminars, workshops, and educational events throughout the year.

Researcher Tools

Research tools at your fingertips

Policies, links, forms, and more to help your research advance.

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