Research Impact

Case Western Reserve physicists perfecting new methods for creating ultra-vibrant optical coatings; applications for solar panels, virtual displays Case Western Reserve University physicists are developing ultra-thin optical coatings that could dramatically extend the life of solar panels, as well…

Case Western Reserve researchers investigate magnetic materials in National Science Foundation-funded quantum research that could aid transformers, power converters A Case Western Reserve University-led team is working on technology that could dramatically improve electrical transformers and power…

Discovery could lead to possible prevention, treatment strategies Studying genes in families with a propensity for certain diseases has led to many critical advances in medicine, including the discovery of statins in family members who suffered heart attacks at an early age. Now, a team of…

From its frequent references in political speeches to its appearances in popular culture, the United States Constitution is perhaps the best-known document in the country. But beyond possibly having memorized its preamble in middle school, how much do you actually know about the law of the…

Fifteen years ago as a graduate student, Maggie Popkin, the Robson Junior Professor and associate professor of art history, visited a small Greek island in the northern Aegean Sea. There, she formed lasting friendships that she’s maintained throughout her career. This summer, Popkin returned to…

Ranking by National Academy of Inventors, Intellectual Property Owners Association Case Western Reserve University ranks No. 24 nationally for the number of U.S. Utility Patents awarded to the university and its researchers, according to 2022 data compiled by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office…

Case Western Reserve biochemists focus on degrading key cancer-driving protein; represents major shift in research Case Western Reserve University biochemical researchers have identified a new function of a key protein that leads to cancer—a finding they believe could lead to more effective…

Case Western Reserve University leads development of monitoring system to keep food shipments fresh, reduce waste and improve supply chain management Case Western Reserve University researchers are leading the development of a "smart packaging" system to monitor temperature fluctuations, moisture…

International research team, including Case Western Reserve University mathematician, suggests universal framework for understanding ‘oscillations’ Life’s random rhythms surround us—from the hypnotic, synchronized blinking of fireflies…to the back-and-forth motion of a child’s swing…to slight…

Case Western Reserve, University of Cincinnati and Ohio Supercomputer Center partner on five-year, $5.1 million plan to bring experts to all Ohio institutions With a $5.1 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Case Western Reserve University and partners at the University of…