Research matters

Research is the invisible hand that powers America’s progress. It unlocks discoveries and creates opportunity. It develops new technologies and new ways of doing things – discoveries that change the world and make America the world’s leading economic power.

Michael Crow

There's not one aspect of the iPhone 16 which has not been deeply empowered and enabled by, at one point or another, some academic research activity.

Michael Crow President, Arizona State University
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A cheaper, more reliable energy grid

Integrating a new technology could reduce your utility bill while increasing energy performance.

Working to cure cancer in our lifetime

Early detection and intervention methods plus improved therapies are leading efforts to save more lives.

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Using AI to help humans

Work in artificial intelligence is advancing health care, improving food supply and more.

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Next-generation research

A compact X-ray Free Electron Laser (CXFEL) is opening the door to major breakthroughs in health, technology and sustainability. 


From the ASU lab to the nation — and beyond

Our partnerships with industry and our work in service of government objectives reflect ASU’s commitment to being a national public service university, addressing real-world challenges through innovation and community engagement.


Redefining how we live in Arizona

Arizona has its own unique set of challenges, and opportunities, that ASU researchers are working to address. From microelectronics to construction to heat and water, that work is making a difference in our state.


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Research matters.

It creates technologies, medicines and public policy that improve the lives of all Americans, and keeps us competitive with the rest of the world.

Learn more at research.asu.edu