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BGSU Research
As a leading research hub in Ohio and one of only eight public universities in the country with the Community Engagement Classification from the Carnegie Foundation, BGSU researchers are driving economic vitality in the state and beyond, impacting industries through innovation, improving lives and impacting us all.
BGSU to host annual Undergraduate Symposium for Research and Scholarship
Participating in a CURS project is a key experiential learning opportunity for BGSU undergraduate students of all majors.
‘The road to the moon goes through Ohio’: Two BGSU graduates at NASA help lead communications efforts for Artemis II mission
Both Shauntina Lilly and Jacqueline Minerd credit their time at BGSU for helping them develop skills that have helped them ascend to dream careers.
BGSU scientists find evidence of new volcanic activity in Antarctica
The research settled a long-standing debate about whether flat-top seamounts in Antarctica are volcanic and found recent activity from two structures.
75 years in the field: BGSU geology camp marks milestone in experiential learning
The BGSU field camp offers students firsthand experience in being a practicing geologist while they are still undergraduates.
BGSU researchers working to make solar panels that can withstand extreme Midwest weather
To protect glass solar panels from hailstones and other damage, BGSU scientists are exploring treatment methods, protective coatings and damage mitigation.
In all honesty: Study from BGSU researcher finds that telling the truth is correlated with better criminal justice outcomes
Sociology professor Thomas Mowen, Ph.D. and his co-authors made a surprising finding: people who believe lying behaviors advantage them were proven incorrect by a wide margin.
Education professor makes BGSU history with National Science Foundation appointment
During his appointment with the NSF, BGSU professor Jonathan Bostic is gaining knowledge and expertise he hopes to bring back to the University.
BGSU researcher developing potentially groundbreaking lake water filter through international collaboration
Renowned for its freshwater research, BGSU is developing partnerships across the world to improve water quality.
BGSU leading AI research to revolutionize Ohio’s glass manufacturing industry
The project is part of a state-funded initiative to bring together industry and academia to strengthen Ohio’s economy.
BGSU to co-lead cutting-edge aging research initiative with Ohio State, Purdue
Understanding family structures is a key part of research into aging, a topic on which BGSU has become a national leader.
BGSU researcher finds Lake Erie dredged material correlated to better crop yields
The research demonstrates a possible winning solution for agriculture in the Lake Erie watershed that benefits all stakeholders.
BGSU professor pioneers research into quiet quitting by considering the role of broken promises
Truit Gray's publication on psychological contracts and quiet quitting highlights the changing role of HR.
Fleet Feet: BGSU forensic science student creates unique footwear database with help of Falcon Marching Band
Katie Roy ’25 is using the identical shoes from the marching band to study randomly acquired characteristics, which are typically very challenging to research.
BGSU researcher featured as guest on ‘The Oprah Podcast’ regarding expertise on gray divorce
Renowned researcher Susan L. Brown, Ph.D., was invited to the show to share her research on the rise in divorce rates among those 50 and older.
A decade of water research: BGSU a leader in championing solutions to improve Ohio's water quality
Faculty and students at BGSU are conducting water quality research involving cyanobacteria, contaminants and the effectiveness of wetlands
Democracy and Public Policy Network at BGSU awarded federal grant to support education, outreach on American history and civics
Network will use the grant to establish nonpartisan learning communities among K-12 educators across the region over the next three years focused on developing and strengthening American history and civics education.
2025: A milestone year
Three colleges at BGSU and its regional campus, BGSU Firelands, are celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2025.
Farming practices drive significant progress in Lake Erie water quality pilot project
BGSU researchers Dr. Angelica Vazquez-Ortega and Dr. Kevin McCluney are part of the Shallow Run Watershed Pilot Project that is studying improved farming practices.
BGSU faculty and students studying children's gut health and its effects on food allergies
Grant-funded through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dr. Wan Shen is collaborating with children and families from the ProMedica Allergy and Immunology clinic in Perrysburg.
BGSU biology class travels to South America for memorable field experience
On a two-week visit, BGSU students observed biodiversity of some of Earth’s most unique ecosystems.
BGSU faculty members named Fulbright Scholars for prestigious national research program
Research will take faculty members to India, Bangladesh and Brazil to conduct research in AI, supply chain engineering and chemistry.
BGSU scientist developing possible major technological upgrade
Colloidal quantum shells could address the limitations of quantum dots, which are used in commercial products like QLED televisions.
BGSU researchers lend expertise in photochemical sciences to advance innovation at NASA, Johnson & Johnson
The University's partnerships with global organizations underscore the role of higher education in advancing innovation.
BGSU alumna selected for elite graduate research fellowship
Honored as a gifted STEM student, Savanna Brown was selected for the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program.
BGSU scientists conducting unique freshwater research into Lake Erie plastic pollution
A research team from BGSU is studying the effects of bits of pre-production plastic, called nurdles, leaching chemicals into water systems.
BGSU Undergraduate Symposium for Research and Scholarship sets record for student participation
The Undergraduate Symposium for Research and Scholarship featured research from more than 260 BGSU undergrads.
BGSU partners with city of Toledo on $2M Department of Justice grant to combat gun violence
The collaborative project underscores the University’s steadfast commitment to creating public good.
BGSU researchers use machine learning to study 2023 East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment
Two BGSU researchers from the biological sciences department are analyzing long-term impacts of the disaster and using machine learning to eliminate human bias.
BGSU research finds clear link between children's education level and parents' risk of dementia
Research finds that when children don't graduate from high school, their parents are more likely to suffer from cognitive decline and dementia.
BGSU professor at the forefront of space sustainability research
An assistant professor in the BGSU School of Earth, Environment and Society, Dr. Timothy Pape is collaborating with the PlanetStewards project at Utrecht University in the Netherlands to shape how humanity manages resources beyond Earth.
Updated: 09/02/2025 11:45AM