IMPORTANT NOTICE

UPDATE TO AU PROPOSAL PROCESS AS OF MAY 1, 2026

On-Campus Drop-In Office Hours: The OSP Proposal Team will hold office hours on campus for any researcher who may want to drop by to ask questions.

Biggio Center ACLC Suite 259: April 9th 8:00-10:30 am | April 13th 1:00-2:00 pm

Research Administration and Economic Development

Get the resources and assistance you need to bring your research project to life. The Office of the Senior Vice President for Research and Economic Development (OSVPRED) oversees departments and offices tasked with ensuring the successful funding and implementation of Auburn's research projects.
Focus Areas

Auburn Research is comprised of hundreds of projects representing every area of study offered by our 12 colleges. Those projects are guided by four key focus areas, with each devoted to exploring and overcoming particular issues and challenges.

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Advancing Intelligent Solutions

This focus area aims to innovate in some of the country's most competitive and cutting-edge industries, from artificial intelligence and quantum computing to next-generation manufacturing and automation.

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Building Resilient Communities

As the need for sustainable solutions in energy, food, and water grows, Auburn researchers are developing new processes and practices that will keep our communities thriving for years to come.   

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Improving Health and Healthcare

Healthcare is a constantly evolving field as our understanding of the human body and society continues to grow. This focus area aims to discover new treatments and processes to help bring healthcare solutions to more people and communities. 

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Securing a Safer World

With a strong focus on cyber security and other ways to counter various threats, this research area seeks to find to new technology and safeguards to ensure the safety of our state and country.

What's Happening in Research
attendees at the 2026 Research Symposium in the Melton Student Center at Auburn University
64 students honored with 2026 research symposium awards

This article recaps the 2026 Research Symposium at Auburn University and highlights student award winners.

Huaguo Zhou standing outdoors near a pedestrian crossing sign on a university campus.
CEE professor awarded $350,000 for pedestrian safety research

Civil and environmental engineering professor Huaguo Zhou earns $350,000 to develop a national framework improving pedestrian safety through better visibility at roadway crossings.

Rose McLarney and her book, Rubble Masonry, which features a black and white dilapidated house
Essays on humanity shaped by life’s touchstones

“Rubble Masonry,” the first essay collection by Lanier Endowed Professor of Creative Writing Rose McLarney, explores the cultural touchstones of life in the American South and how they shape an individual.

More Research Resources

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