U INNOVATIONREACHES GREAT HEIGHTS
The University of Utah is known for its diverse disciplines in medicines, science, social work, arts and more. As a member of the prestigious American Association University, research at the U continues to excel and grow on a national and global level.
Research by the Numbers
3152
Awards
1124
Awarded PIS
$243K
Average $ Per Award
5 year total funds awarded
$547MILLION
FY 2019
$603MILLION
FY 2020
$641MILLION
FY 2021
$686MILLION
FY 2022
$768MILLION
FY 2023
Source - University of Utah, Office of Sponsered Projects
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Our Achievements & Recognitions
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World's First NIH Grant
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Nobel Prize Winner in Genetics
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Largest Research Academic Medical Center in the Intermountain West
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World's First Heart Transplant
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Inducted into the Association of American Universities
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One of the World's Largest Population Database for Research
Our ResearchImpacts Economic Growth
Our research is a vital contributor to our economic growth and development. Research drives the economy through job opportunities, tech start-ups, commercial real estate, and more.
7
Start-up Companies
135
Issued Patents
28
Products Launched
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