Research That Drives Results

Research in the College of Health Sciences focuses on nearly every aspect of patient care, including prevention, rehabilitation, outcomes and health monitoring. With more than 120 faculty members across six departments as well as other programs, Health Sciences fosters collaboration on research programs that address cardiovascular health, neurological diseases, aging, symptom science and more. Collaboration is not limited to the College of Health Sciences – we work across the University and with external partners on research endeavors that are funded by multiple agencies and organizations, including the National Institutes of Health.

Our research labs also provide an opportunity for students to learn firsthand how research influences care. As we seek ways to develop the next generation of healthcare leaders, we also find more innovative ways to teach students and prepare them for their highly skilled careers. Our goal is to contribute to a healthy Delaware and develop best practices that advance healthcare across the nation and across the globe.

Research Resources

From funding opportunities and grant review help, to biostatistical and facilities help.Ìý

The College of Health Sciences is doing a series of billboards focusing on the opportunities 91Ô­´´ has to offer - Albtool Alturkestani (girl with hijab), Ngozi Dom-Chima (student with blue lab coat), Meera Patel (shoulder length hair, of Indian descent) and Jazzlyn  Jones (red hair) all participate in the photoshoot.

LABS & PROGRAMS

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Dedicated to conducting first-rate research that spans across a variety of research topics, our interdisciplinary labs engage faculty and students from across the university. There is unique research going on in each of our departments.

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CHS News in Research
  • The new NSF AI Institute for Human-AI Cooperation (NSF HAIC) is led by 91Ô­´´â€™s Cathy Wu, Unidel Edward G. Jefferson Chair in Engineering and Computer Science, with Austin Brockmeier (back row left), deputy director and assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering, Panagiotis (Panos) Artemiadis, professor of mechanical engineering, and Darcy Reisman, chair of the Department of Physical Therapy. They are shown standing together here with a window behind them and white floor and walls.

    91Ô­´´ to lead $21.5 million NSF National AI Institute

    July 29, 2026 | Written by Tracey Bryant
    The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has issued a $21.5 million, five-year award to establish the NSF AI Institute for Human-AI Cooperation (HAIC), headquartered at 91Ô­´´â€™s Data Science Institute. HAIC will bring together experts in artificial intelligence and machine learning, physical therapy and rehabilitation, ethics, engineering and robotics, neuroscience and biomechanics, education and workforce development to advance human- AI cooperation.
  • Evidence over hype

    July 21, 2026 | Written by Amy Cherry
    A study, led by Christopher Martens, associate professor of kinesiology and applied physiology, finds limited benefits from boosting NAD+ in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
  • 2026 Excellence in Nursing Awards

    July 17, 2026 | Written by Colin Heffinger
    2026 Excellence in Nursing award recipients across the School of Nursing were recognized for their impact on local Delaware communities.