Research and Economic Development Division

Research and Economic Development Division
Research and Economic Development Division
Wyoming Relevant, Nationally Competitive, Globally Preeminent
The University of Wyoming Research and Economic Development Division (REDD) advances
research, service, and innovation through interdisciplinary collaborations. By supporting
faculty and student research and innovation, REDD enriches student experience, enhances
student success, drives economic growth, and positions UW as a center of research
excellence and real-world impact.
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2026 Research & Discovery Days
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Research & Economic Development at UW:
UW is proud to work alongside some of the nation’s most accomplished researchers and
faculty. As a faculty member, graduate researcher or postdoc the Research and Economic
Development Division provides you with the resources, guidance and support to secure
funding and launch impactful research.
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Explore
EPSCoR and IDeA Office
Research Development Office
PreAward Services
Integrity & Compliance
Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Tech Transfer Office
Economic Development Units
WYNDD
WYSAC
Accelerating Research Translation (ART)
Find training opportunities:
Training Calendar
Undergraduate and graduate students at UW can access our strong network of support
to help you succeed in your research journey. The Research and Economic Development
Division offers a wide range of resources, guidance and funding opportunities to help
you develop your ideas, secure support and bring your research project to life.
Learn more
Explore
Research Development
EPSCoR and IDeA Office
Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Research Centers & Institutes
Tech Transfer Office
Economic Development Units
Accelerating Research Translation (ART)
UW is a key driver of workforce development and economic growth across Wyoming. Our
faculty, students and partners contribute research, innovation and talent to meet
real-world needs. We build strong partnerships with industry, public institutions
and communities to create jobs, grow industries and support statewide prosperity.
Learn more
Find information on our partnerships:
Industry & Strategic Partnerships
Research Centers & Institutes
Economic Development
Accelerating Research Translation (ART)
Research and Engagement stats at UW:
9,200
SI Roadshow brought active learning to 9,200 PreK-12 students & senior citizens.
$221 M
Sponsored Funds received in FY25
No. 91
On NAI's annual list of patent production by U.S. universities - 2 years in a row!
World-Class Facilities
ARCC
The Advanced Research Computing Center (ARCC) is the university’s main facility for
data storage and high-performance computing capabilities for UW faculty and students.
UW Computing Center
NCAR-Wyoming
The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) Wyoming Research Supercomputing
Center is a high-performance computing center and data archival center in Cheyenne.
Supercomputing Center
CASI
The Center for Advanced Scientific Instrumentation (CASI) houses state-of-the-art
instrumentation to aid in the observation and analysis of a variety of specimens.
CASI Information
PGPF
The Plant Growth & Phenotyping Facility is an innovative center consisting of research
greenhouses, walk-in chambers and laboratory spaces designated for research purposes.
Plant Facility
UW Named Top 5% Research University
The Research and Economic Development Division at UW proudly drives innovation, research
and service, enriching student experiences and fueling statewide economic growth.
Now a Carnegie R1 institution, UW ranks among the nation’s top research universities.
“R1 status boosts the value of a UW degree, strengthens recruitment, supports Wyoming’s
economy and deepens student engagement,” says President Ed Seidel.
With $166M in annual research funding, UW faculty lead advances in energy, AI, agriculture,
biomedicine and beyond. UW students and faculty are making an impact!
UW’s R1 Status
Federal Funding Updates
Stay informed about federal funding opportunities and any policy changes by visiting
our
Federal Funding Updates
page. This resource provides timely information on federal directives, including
guidance on research compliance, proposal submissions and award management. You can
also find updates on agency-specific policies and archived communications to help
navigate the evolving funding landscape.
More Redd Resources
REDD News & Announcements
Keep informed on the latest UW research developments, breakthroughs and the impacts
they’re making across Wyoming and beyond.
Upcoming Trainings
Explore the REDD training and workshop calendar to stay informed about upcoming events,
learning opportunities and research support sessions at UW.
REDD Newsletters
Stay up to date with periodic news from the Research and Development Division at UW.
Annual Report
Look over REDD’s annual report to gain insights into key research achievements, partnerships,
funding highlights and the division’s impact across UW and Wyoming.
Contact Us
Research and Economic Development Division
Old Main
Room 308
1000 E. University Ave
Laramie, WY 82071
Dept. 3355
Email:
vpred@uwyo.edu
Phone:
(307) 766-5353
The University of Wyoming has earned its Research Level 1 (R1) status from the Carnegie
Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, placing Wyoming's only four-year
university with the
top research universities
in the United States.
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