We advance science
through foundational research.
Our research teams are empowered and encouraged to integrate across traditional boundaries. These collaborations between disciplines lead to groundbreaking discoveries that address the world’s most pressing issues.

Postdoctoral Scholars
We offer top-tier support for exceptional early career scientists to pursue both traditional and interdisciplinary research in a vibrant, highly collaborative environment.

Undergraduate Research
As an undergraduate student, you’ll gain hands-on experience working with world-class scientists in the lab.

Graduate Research
Our graduate students are engaged in groundbreaking research across the life, mathematical, and physical sciences. We provide access to exceptional facilities and critical funding to pursue your area of interest.


Funding for Research
Certain grant opportunities, as well as internal and external funding resources, are readily accessible to you.

Research Across Penn State
With more than $900 million in annual research expenditures, Penn State ranks among the nation’s top 25 research universities.

Broader Impacts Resource Center
If you’re interested in activities that make a larger difference, this center helps you plan, write, and execute such projects successfully.


Office for Innovation
Translating theoretical science to discoveries that can have a tangible impact on people's lives is a reality at the Eberly College of Science. The Office for Innovation can show you ways your discoveries can change lives.