UMaine Research Skip to main navigation Skip to site navigation Skip to content Apply to UMaine A-Z Calendar Give Map News Careers myUMaine UMaine Research Global Impact • Local Relevance research and development funding of all university research in Maine research and development expenditures 2025 Research Report The Latest UMaine doctoral enrollment reaches record high for 10th year; five students share why they chose Maine UMaine study examines nonprofit’s human-centered design approach to supporting rural schools New satellite data-based model developed by UMaine researchers gives oyster farmers an edge More research news Subscribe for monthly updates Maine’s R1 university The University of Maine’s R1 status, a first among the state’s universities, places it among the top 187 universities nationwide. The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education awards the designation for reaching the highest possible tier of research expenditures and doctoral education. UMaine has held R1 status since 2022, and the classification was reaffirmed in 2025. More about UMaine’s r1 status Read transcript Initiatives Centers and institutes Research initiatives University-wide initiatives transcend silos and campus organizations to advance global research and creative impact. Centers and institutes These bastions of innovation bring students and faculty together to pursue research, teaching and outreach. About UMaine Research As Maine’s Land, Sea and Space Grant university, UMaine drives innovation with impact across the globe and delivers value for our state. Learner-Centered r1 For Black Bears, research experience starts on day one. The global reach of UMaine’s research enterprise creates opportunities to pioneer powerful solutions and advance knowledge that makes a difference in the Pine Tree State and worldwide. Explore UMaine student research opportunities today! Graduate School Center for Undergraduate Research Experiential Programs Innovation Central Research Learning Experiences Research support and services Administration (ORA) Compliance (ORc) Computing (ARCSIM) Development (ORD) Equipment and facilities (CORE) Strategic Operational Services (S.O.S) Reporting Dashboard wORK WITH US! Top