Research Has the Power to Make a Difference for Everyone

Discover how our universities' research is improving health, driving innovation, building stronger communities, and making our world a better place—one discovery at a time.

University of Maryland, College Park
University of Maryland, Baltimore

Collaboration Between Engineering and Medical Schools May Improve Glaucoma Detection and Treatment

A new microscope developed by Dr. Giuliano Scarcelli (UMD) provides non-invasive measurements of eye biomechanics. Dr. Osamah J. Saeedi (UMB) will use this microscope to identify biomarkers of glaucoma among his patients, identify risks, and develop personalized treatments.

Bowie State University

Undergraduates Tackle an Aggressive Cancer Subtype with Computational Approaches

Through the Semester-based Undergraduate Research Institute, a team of bioinformatics students under the guidance of Dr. Konda Reddy Karnati focused on estrogen-related receptor alpha as a target of treatment in triple-negative breast cancer.

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Research Team Focuses on Early Detection of Cognitive Decline in Prediabetic Adults

Type 2 diabetes is known to accelerate cognitive decline. Dr. Tasneem Khambaty leads research to study how digital technology can be used to monitor adults at risk for Type 2 diabetes to prevent disease progression and preserve brain health.

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Master Regulator Gene Discovery Could Lead to Ovarian Cancer Treatments

Researchers have identified a “master regulator” gene that may act as a biomarker to help guide treatment in future clinical trials involving patients with therapy-resistant ovarian cancer.

University of Maryland, College Park

Ingestible Capsule Advances GI Disease Detection

New ingestible technology may help detect gastrointestinal diseases earlier and more accurately, enhancing patient care.

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Study Aims to Advance Understanding of Neurodegenerative Diseases Using AI and Digital Twinning

Using digital twins, or virtual replicas, of human systems to study neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's may lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment.

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Researchers Pioneer CT Scan Technique to Improve Head and Neck Cancer Care

A team of researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine analyzed patients' pretreatment CT scans to develop predictive models, improving survival outcomes.

Towson University

Three-Year Study Examines the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Ear Infections

Dr. Chhayakant Patro and a team of doctoral students will examine the impact of ear infections on hearing, speech, and cognitive development, which could reveal the need for early intervention therapies.

University of Maryland, College Park

The RoboScout System Rapidly Surveys and Assesses Injuries at Disaster Sites

By combining robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence, researchers developed a system to collect information to help first responders prioritize medical care.

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Strengthening Communities and the Environment

Towson University

Environmental Chemistry Lab Investigates the Safety of Drinking Water in U.S. Cities

Undergraduates in Dr. John Sivey's class examines how drinking water treatment processes can transform organic compounds into toxic byproducts.

University of Maryland, Eastern Shore

Researchers Help the State Monitor Shifts in Mosquito Populations

By tracking the effect of environmental changes on mosquito activity, prevalence and migration, UMES researchers help the state respond to the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses.

University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

Research group mobilizes to tackle salt intrusion into drinking water sources

Salt contamination of freshwater supplies threatens the safe drinking water of billions of people worldwide. A working group co-led by UMCES professor Mi Ling will conduct research to inform strategies for mitigating this alarming problem.

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University of Maryland, College Park
University of Maryland, Baltimore

Collaboration Between Engineering and Medical Schools May Improve Glaucoma Detection and Treatment

Bowie State University

Undergraduates Tackle an Aggressive Cancer Subtype with Computational Approaches

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Research Team Focuses on Early Detection of Cognitive Decline in Prediabetic Adults

Advancing Health and Quality of Life

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Master Regulator Gene Discovery Could Lead to Ovarian Cancer Treatments

University of Maryland, College Park

Ingestible Capsule Advances GI Disease Detection

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Study Aims to Advance Understanding of Neurodegenerative Diseases Using AI and Digital Twinning

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Researchers Pioneer CT Scan Technique to Improve Head and Neck Cancer Care

Towson University

Three-Year Study Examines the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Ear Infections

University of Maryland, College Park

The RoboScout System Rapidly Surveys and Assesses Injuries at Disaster Sites

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Strengthening Communities and the Environment

Towson University

Environmental Chemistry Lab Investigates the Safety of Drinking Water in U.S. Cities

University of Maryland, Eastern Shore

Researchers Help the State Monitor Shifts in Mosquito Populations

University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

Research group mobilizes to tackle salt intrusion into drinking water sources

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Collaboration Between Engineering and Medical Schools May Improve Glaucoma Detection and Treatment

Bowie State University

Undergraduates Tackle an Aggressive Cancer Subtype with Computational Approaches

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Research Team Focuses on Early Detection of Cognitive Decline in Prediabetic Adults

Advancing Health and Quality of Life

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Master Regulator Gene Discovery Could Lead to Ovarian Cancer Treatments

University of Maryland, College Park

Ingestible Capsule Advances GI Disease Detection

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Study Aims to Advance Understanding of Neurodegenerative Diseases Using AI and Digital Twinning

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Researchers Pioneer CT Scan Technique to Improve Head and Neck Cancer Care

Towson University

Three-Year Study Examines the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Ear Infections

University of Maryland, College Park

The RoboScout System Rapidly Surveys and Assesses Injuries at Disaster Sites

$1.64 Billion

$10.4 Billion

Strengthening Communities and the Environment

Towson University

Environmental Chemistry Lab Investigates the Safety of Drinking Water in U.S. Cities

University of Maryland, Eastern Shore

Researchers Help the State Monitor Shifts in Mosquito Populations

University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

Research group mobilizes to tackle salt intrusion into drinking water sources

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University of Maryland, College Park
University of Maryland, Baltimore