Research
Research at the University of Rochester takes place everywhere, and is broadly evident in the Web sites across the schools and colleges. Centers and institutes complement the work conducted within individual academic departments.
Research Highlights 2007-08
Report lists the the major research develoments of the past year from across the University community.
Laboratory for Laser Energetics
This research facility features the Omega—the world's most powerful ultraviolet laser.
Clinical and Translational Science Institute
CTSI is assembling the people and resources to ensure that new preventive interventions, diagnostic procedures, and treatments get to patients and communities faster than ever before.
Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
These centers and institutes form a strong foundation for the University's research in fields ranging from women's studies to political economy.
Biomedical Sciences
The University and its affiliates and partners carry on diverse programs in biomedical research, based in over a dozen centers.
Sciences and Engineering
A number of leading centers exemplify the University's research in the natural sciences and engineering.
Research News
September 29
New Study Proves that Pain is Not a Symptom of Arthritis, Pain Causes Arthritis
September 29
When Particles Are So Small That They Seep Right Through Skin
September 29
Existing Anti-Obesity Drugs May Be Effective Against Flu, Hepatitis and HIV
September 23
Physicians Often Miss Opportunities to Show Empathy
September 18
Novel Anti-Cancer Mechanism Found in Long-Lived Rodents
September 15
"Rochester Cube" First to Synchronize 3D Circuit