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Research in Action

At Case Western Reserve University, our researchers solve complex problems and expand understanding across fields—from healthcare to humanities, engineering to entrepreneurship, policy to polymers and more.

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Driving Impact

The Office of Research and Technology Management is here to help throughout every step of the research lifecycle.

Funding and Proposals

Connect with the support you need to successfully develop a proposal.
Awards and Agreements

Find assistance with all aspects of post-award management.
Compliance and Integrity

Stay compliant with federal, state and local regulations across your research endeavors.
Training

Connect with training resources related to all steps of your research.
Innovation and Industry

Bring your discovery to market through intellectual property services and connections to industry partners.
Resources and Facilities

Learn about the university’s extensive laboratory spaces, equipment and more.

Solving problems related to metals manufacturing

Using an early cancer research award provided by the Department of Energy, Christine Duval’s research goals include producing valuable metals that can be used for cancer treatment or medical imaging.

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  • Overhead photo of students presenting their Intersections posters as community members walk through
    Hear from six students presenting at Intersections
    July 29, 2026
    For many of Case Western Reserve University’s undergraduate researchers, summer has been an opportunity to continue their work, advancing discoveries and sparking new questions. As they have honed their faculty-mentored research projects, some of those students will present what they have been…
  • A scientist directs a laser beam through a clear plastic container filled with silica nanoparticles.
    Meet the scientist helping uncover the hidden structures of a common food additive
    July 29, 2026
    Michael J. A. Hore, PhDAssociate professor in the Department of Macromolecular Science and Engineering, Case School of EngineeringArea of Focus: Polymer physicsFrom ice cream and plant-based meats to shampoo and toothpaste, methylcellulose is widely used as a thickener in food, cosmetics, and…
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    June 24, 2026
    For many people, participating in a clinical research study isn't a matter of interest, it's a matter of access.A long drive, limited transportation, work schedules, childcare responsibilities, or simply living far from an academic medical center can make research participation difficult. To help…
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Key Initiatives

In the Office of Research and Technology Management, we are dedicated to advancing our community’s work. Get to know a few of our major initiatives:

Michael Oakes, Senior Vice President for Research

Case Western Reserve’s researchers share common goals: Solve problems, break boundaries, and make a positive impact on our world.

Michael Oakes, Senior Vice President for Research

Research That Counts

#1
fastest-growing research university in the Association of American Universities
#19
in the world for contributions to innovation*
#13
in the country for commercialization of research**
270+
recent industry partners
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Want to help advance Case Western Reserve University’s research mission? Your support can make a major difference—whether you partner with us or make a gift toward our work.

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*Nature Index
** Brookings Institution