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Research

PNW faculty and students work together to answer important questions, from the origin of the universe to the best way to recruit math teachers.

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Days of Discovery

Thursday, April 17

Hammond Campus

Celebrate research, scholarship and creativity at PNW! The 2025 Days of Discovery event will feature a faculty panel, keynote speaker Brian T. Murphy and faculty and student poster presentations.

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PNW Designated as the Third Innovation and Economic Prosperity University in Indiana

This designation acknowledges public research universities with strong evidence of collaboration with public and private sector partners to support economic development, innovation, entrepreneurship, technology transfer talent and workforce development, and community development.

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PNW scientist Lindsey Gielda

One of the powerful things about research, especially in the sciences, is that engaging with faculty members in research projects really allows students to apply knowledge that they’re learning in the classroom.”

Dr. Lindsay Gielda, Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences

Additional Resources

Northwest Indiana Robotic Telescope

Research Centers

Building Knowledge

From astronomy to water, PNW’s diverse research centers drive a deeper understanding of the world around us.

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Student Research

Practical experience

PNW provides hands-on opportunities for students to explore their passions.

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Internal Funding

Research Support

Explore PNW funding to advance faculty research and scholarship.

Faculty Research Day Panel

Research Board

promotion and ADVISING

See the infrastructure for promoting faculty and student research.

Research News

Students at days of discovery

Spring 2025 Call for Proposals

The Undergraduate Research Office is pleased to announce a proposal solicitation for the Spring 2025 Semester.

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Registration Now Open for Days of Discovery 2025!

We are excited to announce that registration for the 2025 Days of Discovery is now open! This multidisciplinary research symposium will take place on Thursday, April 17, in Hammond.

PNW Acorn Award Winners

Multiple PNW faculty and staff members earn Purdue system recognition for multimillion dollar research grants

Thirteen PNW faculty and staff members are being recognized by Purdue University’s Office of Research for impactful scholarly initiatives that have earned millions of dollars in external funding.

Mar 30

Days of Discovery Registration Deadline

Students and faculty are invited to showcase their research through poster presentations. Register now to secure your spot!

Mar 31

Undergraduate Student Stipend and Engagement Award Deadline

The award will cover costs for a research project or academic engagement expenses, which can include student stipends or travel for academic engagement purposes.

Mar 31

PNW Student Conference Presentation Grant Deadline

This grant is available to support undergraduate and graduate students presenting projects and/or research at conferences or competitions.

Apr 05

Indiana State Science Olympiad

PNW will host the top high school and middle school teams in Indiana to compete in STEM events on the Hammond Campus.