Featured Research

A banner depicting students presenting posters in three separate circles at the Celebration of Research in 2025.
Next Generation of Researchers Blazing a Trail!

Making Discoveries. Changing the World.

We're proud to share stories about the innovative, cutting-edge, and creative research happening at 91ÁÔÆæ — and the faculty, staff, and students behind these projects.

ECIA 2024 Awardees, Drs. Gaojian Huang (left) and Saugher Nojan (right)

Accepting Nominations for the 2025 Early Career Investigator Awards

The San José State University Research Foundation invites you to submit faculty nominations for the new Industry-Sponsored Research Award. Nominations are due on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 by 11:59 p.m., PT.

Submit Your Nomination!

2024 Industry-Sponsored Research Awardee, Dr. Anil R. Kumar

Accepting Nominations for the 2025 Industry-Sponsored Research Award

The San José State University Research Foundation invites you to submit faculty nominations for the Industry-Sponsored Research Award. Nominations are due by on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 by 11:59 p.m., PT.

Submit Your Nomination!

Students conducting field research.

The Future is Counting on Us! 

Silicon Valley's Public R2 University: Making Tomorrow Better, Faster

Investment in 91ÁÔÆæ research accelerates advancements in technology, health, transportation, and beyond. Breakthroughs at 91ÁÔÆæ not only shape our future, but also contribute to the university's $4 billion total economic infusion.

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Celebration of Research photo of student poster.

Research Week 2026

Save-the-Date
April 13-17, 2026

Check out the Research Week 2025 Recap Video! Encompassing student and faculty key academic investigations, celebrated author's works, and groundbreaking research being carried out across 91ÁÔÆæ, Research Week connects the dots between our dynamic public impact research and its real world applications.