
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.

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.

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

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

promotion and ADVISING
See the infrastructure for promoting faculty and student research.
Research News
Research Events
Mar 30
Days of Discovery Registration DeadlineStudents 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 DeadlineThe 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 DeadlineThis grant is available to support undergraduate and graduate students presenting projects and/or research at conferences or competitions.
Apr 05
Indiana State Science OlympiadPNW will host the top high school and middle school teams in Indiana to compete in STEM events on the Hammond Campus.