Research
Driven by Energy. Defined by Impact.
High-Impact Research. Everyday Solutions.
At Colorado State University, research doesn’t stop at discovery — it moves into action. Our work fuels healthier lives, stronger communities, resilient industries, and a more sustainable world. From clean energy innovations to public health breakthroughs, CSU research delivers practical solutions to the challenges people face every day. As a leading research university and a new model for the modern land-grant mission, we’re turning ideas into impact — across Colorado and far beyond.
$577
million in sponsored project
expenditures at CSU (FY24)
50+
start-up companies
launched since 2006
2,600
students supported
on sponsored projects
#91
in the top 100 U.S. universities granted utility patents in 2024
Hurricane Research
Is the most-trusted hurricane planning report, and our scientists predict when hurricanes will become destructive.
Oil and Gas Outcomes
Partnering with industry to improve oil and gas operations and reduce methane emissions and reduce greenhouse emissions.
Advancing Medical Imaging
A new imaging technique for cystic fibrosis treatment that is non-invasive and fast.
PTSD in Veterans
Work to support veterans experiencing PTSD found that a 10-week training program with their own animals can create positive results.
Combating Bird Flu
Understanding how avian flu spreads in cattle not only helps farmers protect their cattle – it contributes to preventing another pandemic.
Microbes to Understand Time of Death
By understanding the role microbes play in decomposing bodies has allowed forensic police work to improve and investigators to be more precise in determining time of death.
Treating Alzheimer’s Disease
A new drug shows early signs of improving memory skills for people with Alzheimer’s disease.
Agriculture and Greenhouse Gas Solutions
AgNext work benefits farmers and ranchers as well as the environment by understanding cattle methane emissions.
