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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
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On a wing and a Jordan-Hare

Once grounded by a serious injury, this Golden Eagle’s stadium soar is a powerful reminder of why raptor education, rehabilitation and conservation matters.

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USDA and Auburn are collaborating on cutting‑edge research

As new technology reshapes modern farming, USDA and Auburn researchers are working together to push drone and AI innovation further into Alabama agriculture.

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Everything Auburn Podcast: Extension Week

Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) director Eve Brantley joins the Everything Auburn Podcast to preview Alabama Extension Week, April 12-18.

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Environmental Design faculty wins Visionary of the Year

Environmental Design Assistant Professor Eilís Finnegan has been named the 2025 Architectural Visionary of the Year.

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64 students honored with 2026 research symposium awards

A wide array of research and creative scholarship was on display at Auburn's annual Research Symposium.

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Auburn research reinvents cleaner poultry houses

Auburn researchers are developing strategies to reduce gas emissions from poultry houses and improve animal welfare for poultry production.