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Research at Ohio University
Research Division
Ohio University advances excellence in the search of new knowledge, understanding, and creative endeavors, for the benefit of society.
On Jan. 31, 2022, Ohio University joined the highest level of research institutions in the country by earning the R1 Classification (very high research activity) in the latest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Institutions holding the Carnegie R1 designation constitute the top tier of research universities as measured by expenditures supporting research and development, conferral of research doctoral degrees, and employment of Ph.D.-level personnel engaged in research.
Ohio University is leading the way in various fields of research and innovation. The University is recognized internationally for research and scholarship in areas including avionics, biotechnology, communication, environmental studies, history, pipeline corrosion, physics, and psychology; and boasts world-class fine arts programs that include ceramics, film, and printmaking.
Faculty OpenScholar Websites
Effective July 1, 2025, Ohio University is no longer offering OpenScholar websites for faculty research. Contact research@ohio.edu with any questions.
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Resources & Programs
- Cayuse Research Administration
- Institutional Review Board/Human Subjects Research
- LEO Electronic Awards Administration
- PIVOT
- Research Computing Environment
- Graduate College
- Student Research
- Student Expo
- Science Café & Café Series
- Konneker Medal for Commercialization and Entrepreneurship
- Presidential Research Scholars
- Shared Equipment & Facilities
- Centers & Institutes