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Research & Discovery

KU is committed to conducting broad and impactful research that addresses the key challenges faced by the state, nation and world.

Objectives

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Grow KU Research

Objective One
Two professors sit at the front of a class laughing. A student looks at the professors, facing away from the camera.

Recruit, Retain and Recognize Top Researchers

Objective Two
Five students study a lizard with flashlights in the dark.

Expand the Impact of KU Research in Kansas and Beyond

Objective Three
A student stands in the middle of a spot-lit stage and swirls a baton leaving blue laser light in circles.

Promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Objective Four