About Auburn Research

Find out who’s behind research endeavors at the University.


Auburn University is a knowledge leader focusing on four major themes: environment & energy, security & commerce, health, and transportation.

We boast award-winning faculty who are passionate about finding scientific, practical solutions to a breadth of real-world problems.

We’re ably led by Vice President for Research John Mason:

John Mason, Vice President for Research

John Mason, Vice President for Research

As a university, we research to add to the store of knowledge and to develop new processes, materials and technologies. At Auburn, we take this research and focus it on real world challenges and problems. Put simply, we make solutions.

Auburn’s research improves the quality of our lives, strengthens our economy and helps keep us safe and secure. I invite you to learn more about our work and join us on our journey to innovation and discovery.

Click here to learn more about Dr. John Mason.