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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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Environmental sciences senior receives national scholarship

Lorelai Bland, senior in environmental science in the Auburn University College of Agriculture, recently received a national scholarship recognizing her commitment to soil and water conservation. 

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New Year’s Eve eagle returns to the sky after intensive rehab journey

A rescued eagle didn't just beat the odds, it powered through multiple surgeries and months of rehab at the Auburn University Raptor Center, capping its comeback with a triumphant return to the wild — a full‑on victory lap for the bird and the team that refused to give up.

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Auburn Geo Explorer team selected for inaugural NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY

New project will bring educators, families and researchers together to build a more trustworthy AI tool for Earth science education

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Seeing materials in a new light

Using laser spectroscopy, the Grieco Lab looks inside everyday materials to reveal properties that could shape future technologies

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AUARI, Army partner on $1.4M contract

The project, Mission Command Integration Module–XL (MCIM-XL), will create a commander's communications suite built from the ground up for the Polaris MRZR-Alpha 4, unifying disparate radios, antennas, satellite links, and digital gear into a compact, durable system.

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Predicting PFAS, protecting farms

Auburn researcher Luyu Liu, PhD, is using artificial intelligence, environmental science and geospatial technology to map areas vulnerable to PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” in agricultural landscapes. His research could help farmers and communities identify potential risks earlier and make informed decisions about testing and monitoring.