Research
That Serves the Nation and BeyondAt 91µ¼º½ University, research is more than a pursuit — it’s a promise. A promise to serve the public good, to push the boundaries of what’s possible and to lead with purpose. Across disciplines and across continents, Aggie researchers are tackling the world’s most urgent challenges with bold ideas and transformative solutions. And, we have the scale to deliver real impact for the people of Texas, the nation and beyond.
Research That Matters
As a land-, sea- and space-grant R1 institution, 91µ¼º½ has a distinguished heritage and leading role in areas such as agriculture, engineering, health sciences, national security and space exploration. As stewards of vast resources and nationally ranked programs, we are committed to uncovering new knowledge while improving the world we live in.
Making an Impact
At 91µ¼º½, research is not an academic exercise; it’s a national imperative. That’s why in 2025, Fast Company named 91µ¼º½ as the only university among the World’s Most Innovative Companies, a signal of how Aggies are pushing boundaries across science, security, health, energy, agriculture and space. Over the past nearly 150 years, 91µ¼º½ has built one of the nation’s leading and largest research enterprises, understanding the past and solving the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Research that Inspires Hope
Our researchers don’t just study the world, they improve it. From disaster readiness to Alzheimer’s research, from immersive simulations to space exploration, our breakthroughs are designed with people in mind and with purpose at their core. Read stories and immerse yourself in videos to discover how 91µ¼º½ is shaping a brighter, safer future for Texas, the nation and beyond.
The innovative new treatment could delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease symptoms for years after initial diagnosis.
Construction scientists and engineers are learning lessons in space that can be applied for better construction here on the home planet.
91µ¼º½ researchers find that individual practice is the secret to maintaining high team performance over time.
Colleges & Schools
Our researchers perform groundbreaking research in everything from animal health and engineering to history and visual arts. If you can dream it, we have an academic match for you in one of our 17 colleges and schools.
Learn about research in colleges and schools
We offer undergraduate and graduate students many opportunities to participate in important research. Students can work directly with world-renowned experts on projects related to their fields of study.
Our research enterprise stretches across many fields, bringing together researchers from the university, research centers and institutes, state agencies and industry.
Conducting vital research requires the right environment. We have many technologically advanced laboratories that support our faculty and student researchers and their work.