The Value of Research at Penn State
Expert Research Based in Collaboration. Penn State’s interdisciplinary researchers solve problems that impact the world. Twelve disciplines—from psychology to atmospheric science and materials engineering—rank nationally in the top ten for research expenditures.
COLLABORATING ACROSS DISCIPLINES
Penn State researchers believe the best ideas and solutions come from including a multitude of perspectives. The University’s interdisciplinary institutes promote collaboration across departmental boundaries to focus research strengths on vital scientific questions and pressing societal needs.
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FACILITATING NEW DISCOVERIES
The Office of the Senior Vice President for Research supports the University’s research enterprise by enhancing the environment for exploration, encouraging the highest standards of quality, and fostering ethical conduct in research.
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FOSTERING INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Through collaboration with industrial, educational, governmental, and agricultural partners, Penn State researchers study issues that are valuable to society. To further fuel the economy, the Invent Penn State initiative provides resources and opportunities to collaborate, innovate, invest, or grow a business.
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