Boundless Ideas
At Case School of Engineering, research isn’t confined to siloes. We work across disciplines to drive discovery, developing innovative solutions to some of the most urgent issues facing our planet. And what’s more—we offer countless opportunities for students to take part in moving change forward.
By the Numbers
in the Association of American Universities
Academic Departments
We’re home to eight specialized academic departments. From interdisciplinary efforts to advance the future of biomedically engineered prosthetics to projects dedicated to producing or extracting high-value metals and more, there’s no shortage of inspiring projects at Case School of Engineering—and students at all levels have the chance to get involved.
Centers and Institutes
Providing expert staff and specialized analytical equipment to solve materials characterization challenges. Advancing energy initiatives including energy storage, solar, and emerging technologies. These are just a few of the focuses of our many centers and institutes which serve as learning environments for the many students who gain experience in them.
Experiential Learning
Students at Case School of Engineering don’t just learn about research findings—they’re an essential part of the research enterprise. Here, you can gain lab experience as an undergraduate through coursework, paid research positions and co-op placements, allowing you to gain co-author listings on published findings while you help make a difference in the world.
“I find immense joy in every single day spent in the lab. The challenging nature of the work ignites my creativity and passion, driving me to explore new possibilities. What excites me the most is witnessing substantial progress."
Research in Action
Anirban Sen Gupta joined CWRU for its collaborative interdisciplinary environment to house his research on biosynthetic blood to treat excessive bleeding. His laboratory has grown from two undergraduate and two master’s students to a mid-sized biopharmaceutical company.
Making Headlines
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November 02, 2026For many, cancer is more than a headline or a statistic. It’s a diagnosis that changes a family’s life, a loved one navigating treatment or a friend rallying a community to support someone they care about. With many types of cancer affecting people across generations and communities, the fight… -
October 27, 2026University Hospitals still working to restore MyChart after cybersecurity incidentWOIO: Erman Ayday, associate professor in the Case School of Engineering, said that hospitals are frequent cyberattack targets because they store valuable patient information. Hackers can sell stolen data, use it for… -
October 27, 2026Flock camera searches fall 95% in Highland Heights after dispatcher's misconduct caughtWKYC: Erman Ayday, associate professor in the Case School of Engineering, said there is no universal set of rules that govern how police agencies use license plate readers like Flock, which have become more…
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