Undergraduate and graduate research
At many universities, research is reserved for the few. At Western, we believe everyone interested in research should have the opportunity, whether they are undergraduate or graduate students. In fact, we offer many undergrad research options you won’t find elsewhere.
Pride points
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$41.9M in research grants
2022-23
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$319,943 in awards to students and faculty
2022-23
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263 proposals submitted
2022-23
Office of Research and Innovation
Office of Research and Innovation
The Office of Research and Innovation accelerates discovery enterprise at Western Michigan University. We support faculty, staff and students in their research pursuits.
Use Cayuse for your research needs
The University has transitioned to a web-based system to administer research called Cayuse Research Suite. This user-friendly interface manages protocol creation, review, submission and files as well as simplifies the human subjects research submission process.
Student quote
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The coolest thing about my research is knowing that it is actually being put into practice at NASA. I always am amazed I get to do this every day.
Margaret Mooney, B.A.'18 aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering Ph.D. candidate (from Shelby Township, Michigan)
Standout research
At Western, our constant pursuit of discovery often results in creating breakthrough research and innovation. We like to highlight and share updates about all the latest and greatest research projects currently taking place at Western.
News and events
Discovery Acceleration: Resubmissions
Grant success requires an intentional strategy and a whole lot of grit and determination. Persistence and patience is key. Hear Dr. Heather Petcovic discuss how she has been successful with resubmissions.
Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week: Lee Honors College Thesis Posters Display
Lee Honors College is hosting a poster session all week highlighting the research conducted in their students' honors theses. Stop by throughout the week to view their posters and learn more about the work being conducted via LHC!
Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week: The Laureate Editors Round Table
The panel will discuss the process of how The Laureate is curated, and what's new about this year's edition. Co-Editors-in-Chief Kalloli Bhatt and Nadia Famiano will share their experiences and insights from working on the 22nd edition of The Laureate.
Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week: Lee Honors College Thesis Posters Display
Lee Honors College is hosting a poster session all week highlighting the research conducted in their students' honors theses. Stop by throughout the week to view their posters and learn more about the work being conducted via LHC!
Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week: Psi Chi Undergraduate Research Conference
WMU Psi Chi is pleased to host the annual Psi Chi Undergraduate Research Conference. Any undergraduate researchers at WMU are encouraged to submit to present. Posters will be judged and monetary awards will be provided to the top three research posters.
Contact the Office of Research and Innovation
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The Office of Research and Innovation is ready to serve faculty, staff and students.