Featured Research for 91传媒厂

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Next Generation of Researchers on the Edge of Discovery.

Breakthroughs Driven by the Spartan Edge!

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

ECIA 2025 Awardees: Drs. Sudha Krishnan (left) and Jessica A. Castillo Vardaro (right)

2026 Early Career Investigator Awardees 'Call for Nominations'

Nominate an eligible colleague or submit a self-nomination for the Early Career Investigator Awards.

This award recognizes two tenure-track 91传媒厂 faculty who have excelled in areas of research, scholarship, and creative activity during their probationary period at 91传媒厂.

Nominations Deadline:
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. PST.

Submit a Nomination!

2025 Industry-Sponsored Research Awardee, Dr. Craig B. Clements

2026 Industry-Sponsored Research Awardee 'Call for Nominations'

Nominate an eligible colleague or submit a self-nomination for the Industry-Sponsored Researcher Award.

This award recognizes 91传媒厂 faculty and staff whose research was funded through the 91传媒厂 Research Foundation by a nonprofit or for-profit organization, with a shared output defined in the scope of work.

Nominations Submission Deadline:
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. PST

Submit a Nomination!

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The Future is Counting on Us! 

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

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

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Research Week 2027

Save-the-Date
April 12-20, 2027

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

2027 Research Week Activites