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Where Curiosity BecomesChange

It’s Your Turn to Shape the Future of Science

At DePaul’s College of Science and Health, research is more than a class—it’s an opportunity to explore some of the world’s biggest challenges. Test your ideas in labs and see the difference your work can make in communities. Our faculty mentors and global partners are here to guide you and help you solve complex problems with new, innovative solutions. This is where inquiry builds knowledge, character and the adaptability you need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

HANDS-ON RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

Your Gateway to Discovery

Find research opportunities, connect with pioneering faculty and join a vibrant community of thinkers and doers
WELL-BEING
Mental and Behavioral Health
Explore the science behind what makes us human and how we heal
Collaborate on projects in psychology, neuroscience and behavioral health. Build the expertise needed to contribute to the well-being of others.
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PATIENT CARE
Real-World Care
Understand the human side of health through direct patient interaction and care
Take part in internships, rotations and applied research to develop critical skills and compassion that will prepare you for a future in healthcare.
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LIFE SCIENCES
Biomedical and Life Sciences
Drive the next wave of discovery in biology, genetics and health sciences
Here, your curiosity sparks tangible solutions. Conduct lab-based research, pursue new innovations and build career pathways in health, medicine or biotech.
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OPPORTUNITY
Grow Your Research Potential
Access mentorship and advanced research opportunities
Join faculty-led labs, receive dedicated mentorship and deepen your expertise by pursuing projects that fuel your ambitions and advance scientific knowledge.
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OPPORTUNITY AWAITS

Your Questions Can Change the World

<div class="ck-content"><p>Experience our community firsthand and discover what makes us a transformative choice for your academic journey. From state-of-the-art facilities and personalized advising to DePaul’s vibrant student life, we provide a supportive environment for your growth as a researcher.</p></div>

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Where Ideas Are Built, Tested and Shared

At DePaul, research is not a final step. It’s part of your journey. Guided by faculty mentors, you’ll test your ideas in our advanced labs, clinical settings and partnerships that reach from Chicago to across the globe.
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DEI IN RESEARCH
Inclusive Initiatives
Our DEI initiatives create new pathways, foster belonging and invite underrepresented voices to join and lead the research that matters most.
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SHARE, GROW AND CONNECT
Research Presentations
Share your scholarly work, gather feedback and expand your circle among peers and faculty during our skills-building graduate presentation events.
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HONORS IN FACULTY RESEARCH
Faculty Awards
Our faculty awards highlight a culture of innovation and mentorship, inspiring students and strengthening our collective drive to make breakthrough achievements.
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SHOWCASING UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
DePaul Discoveries
Publish your research and gain recognition. DePaul Discoveries is a journal that celebrates undergraduate research across the College of Science and Health.
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Research and Innovation

What role does research play at the College of Science?

Research plays a central role at CSH, featuring cutting-edge faculty projects, state-of-the-art facilities and a strong emphasis on student engagement.
Research and Innovation

What is the research focus of the Aguirre Lab?

The Aguirre Lab, led by Dr. Windsor Aguirre, studies evolutionary diversification in fish populations and how they adapt to human-mediated habitat transformation.
Research and Innovation

What does Dr. Okunola Jeyifous's neuroscience research lab study?

Dr. Okunola Jeyifous's neuroscience research lab studies the cell biology of neurons and synaptic junctions in the brain. This helps to better understand learning, memory and neurodegeneration.
Research and Innovation

What did a recent DePaul paleobiologist's study uncover?

DePaul paleobiologist Kenshu Shimada led a study with 28 experts to understand the Megalodon's body size and why some aquatic vertebrates achieve gigantism.