Research Centers
Experts at research centers across the university collaborate to deepen our understanding of the world around us.
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Center for Innovation through Visualization and Simulation (CIVS)
We apply visualization and simulation to create innovative solutions as well as educational and collaborative tools.
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Center for Cybersecurity
An NSA/DHS Designated National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber-Defense Education, we are committed to cybersecurity research, education and future workforce development.
Additional Research Centers
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Center for Crime and Forensics
A multidisciplinary center that brings together expertise in criminal justice, forensic science and forensic accounting.
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Northwest Indiana’s support network for early childhood professionals promoting healthy development, quality care and education of young children and families.
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Established in 2006, this research and educational center is designed to promote multidisciplinary research on globalization and area studies.
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Energy Efficiency and Reliability Center
Faculty and students at the EERC conduct research for industry, businesses, communities, and individuals that optimizes energy sources and value.
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Indiana Center for Evidence-Based Nursing Practice
A Joanna Briggs Institute Center of Excellence, part of a global effort to expand the use of research-based evidence to produce the best patient outcomes.
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Institute for Social and Policy Research
We plan, support and conduct applied social science and policy research related to the social, health and educational challenges confronting the region.
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We provide an interdisciplinary approach to complex issues dealing with water efficiency, water quality, economy, and water security.
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Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Center
The IPHS Center will lead research, teaching, and outreach with a proactive and holistic approach to human health.
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Center for High Energy Physics
The PNW Center for High Energy Physics utilizes the world’s highest energy particle accelerator at CERN and advanced detectors.
PNW Specialty Centers
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Commercialization and Manufacturing Excellence Center
A catalyst for economic development and technological transfer throughout Northwest Indiana, we provide advanced manufacturing opportunities and related training for manufacturing companies of all sizes.
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We offer quality, affordable, short-term individual counseling for adults and children in Northwest Indiana.
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Couple and Family Therapy Center
Providing cutting edge, evidence-based and research-informed treatment for effective therapy at an affordable cost.
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We train emerging leaders to grow their leadership skills, enabling participants to add their vibrant leadership to our communities.
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Hosted by PNW’s College of Nursing, Northwest Indiana AHEC strives to establish educational, recruitment and outreach programs, interprofessional collaborations and professional training in eight counties of Northwest Indiana.
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From online workshops to in-person networking events and skills development, we offer programming that connects you with the people, tools and resources that drive growth.
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NWI Small Business Development Center
Hosted by Purdue University Northwest, we look to impact the region’s businesses through workshops, one-on-one consulting and special events.
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Center for Justice and Post-Exoneration Assistance
The Center for Justice and Post-Exoneration Assistance (CJPA) at Purdue University Northwest aims to identify and eradicate miscarriages of justice and to provide support to those who have suffered from a wrongful conviction.