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Research That Matters

“WPI researchers work in teams across disciplines and around the world to find practical, sustainable, and humane solutions to difficult problems."  

-Bogdan Vernescu, Vice Provost for Research 

GLOBAL PROBLEMS

WPI faculty and students conduct cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research that addresses the world’s most pressing challenges—from human disease, sustainable development, and climate change to the future of work, clean energy, and materials of the future.
Our Research Focus Areas

REAL WORLD SOLUTIONS

WPI invests in faculty, researchers, and students with training and practice in value creation and innovation to change the world, from Worcester, our home – and beyond. Innovation is a core value at the heart of everything we do.
Technology Commercialization Turning Ideas into Values

TRANSFORMING LIVES

Students value and benefit from their research experiences as they do from other distinctive elements of a WPI education, including global projects, humanities and arts, and the social sciences. Balancing research with education produces global leaders.
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WPI Expert Database

WPI experts are leaders in their fields and are available to offer ideas, opinions, analysis, and commentary. From issues facing higher education to current events, trending topics, and breaking news, our WPI researchers are eager to share their expertise with the world.

WPI’s Experts

Facilities & Equipment

Whether your research needs a critical instrument, you need training on equipment, or you’re seeking multidisciplinary collaborations, WPI’s research facilities and well-equipped laboratories are will help you get to the next level in your research.

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