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Through powerful partnerships, world-class talent and cutting-edge facilities, we're turning ideas into solutions that drive innovation, fuel economic growth and have transformative impact across Alabama and beyond.

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Leading in Cyber Research
In early 2025, Auburn University was re-designated through 2030 as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research by the National Security Agency — making our university one of only 11 institutions nationally to hold CAE-R designations for cyber operations, cyber defense and cyber research.
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Our work improves health, builds resilient communities, makes the world safer, and advances next-generation tech solutions, such as AI and automation.

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We forge partnerships with established industry leaders, dynamic startups, fellow research institutions and the public sector to accelerate innovation. We focus those combined efforts on real-world problems.

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We help entrepreneurs turn bold ideas into successful ventures with essential tools and mentorship. Our incubators, accelerator programs and startup ecosystem empower innovators to redefine the future of business and technology.

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Latest Research Stories
Reimagining Research

Auburn University's DisruptMS project is reimagining how multiple sclerosis research is done by putting patients at the center of the discovery process. Led by Dr. Evelyn Hunter, the community-based project brings together researchers, doctoral students and people living with MS to better understand how stress affects symptoms and develop practical tools shaped by patients' real-life experiences.

Reza Molaei
Auburn-led team joins AI, materials research in Genesis Mission

The federal government's quest to revolutionize scientific discovery through AI is giving Reza Molaei's research a role in what may become a landmark endeavor.

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Scott Graham receives National Best in Cotton recognition

Alabama Cooperative Extension System entomologist Scott Graham has been recognized nationally by Cotton Grower magazine as one of its inaugural Best in Cotton award recipients.

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Applying computer science to design better proteins

Through simulations that mimic natural evolution, first-year doctoral student Maria Victoria Liendro computationally evaluates thousands of potential protein variations to identify the most promising candidates for laboratory testing.

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Q+A with IOC President Kirsty Coventry ’06

When Kirsty Coventry '06 was elected as the first female president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in March 2025, she took over the reins with lofty goals and an immense pride that has propelled her passionate approach to the role.

Auburn Ph.D. student researches risk management for farmers

Auburn University College of Agriculture Ph.D. student to pursue research into the risk management strategies available to support farm income and stabilize the economic wellbeing of U.S. agricultural producers.