At UW-Superior, research drives discovery, fuels innovation and strengthens our region. Our faculty, staff and students engage in impactful scholarship across disciplines—supported by dedicated offices and nationally recognized research centers.
UW-Superior holds the prestigious Research Colleges and Universities designation from the Carnegie Foundation, awarded to institutions that spend more than $2.5 million annually on research. UW-Superior is among roughly 20% of four-year universities nationwide with a Carnegie research designation.
Research that Matters
From Great Lakes sustainability and maritime commerce to transportation systems and environmental science, UW-Superior research creates real-world solutions while providing students with invaluable hands-on learning, internships and employment opportunities.
Research Support and Oversight
Institutional Research & Sponsored Programs
Provides guidance and support for grant development, research compliance and institutional accountability.
Institutional Review Board
Safeguards and protects the welfare and rights of individuals participating in research sponsored by UW-Superior.
Centers & Institutes
Great Lakes Maritime Research Institute
Researches sustainable maritime commerce on the Great Lakes.
Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve
Studies the waters and wetlands where the St. Louis River and Lake Superior meet.
Lake Superior Research Institute
Conducts environmental research, education and outreach for the Great Lakes region.
Transportation and Logistics Research Center
Provides transportation and logistics research, education and advisory services for the region.
Student Research and Creative Activity
Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity (URSCA)
Promotes and supports undergraduate research, scholarship and creative work across all academic disciplines—offering hands-on learning, presentation opportunities and mentorship experiences.
