University of Illinois

Innovating Beyond Boundaries

Ranked among the top 40 public research universities in the world, our research drives global progress through discovery and collaboration across disciplines.

Leading Research Domains

Artificial Intelligence

Pioneering AI research with 15+ interdisciplinary labs working on machine learning, computer vision, and cognitive science.

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Quantum Computing

The #1 public university in quantum research with a dedicated Center for Quantum Science + Engineering and $200M in federal funding.

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Biomedical Engineering

50+ research centers focused on neural prosthetics, drug delivery, and regenerative medicine, including the Beckman Institute.

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Sustainable Energy

Research in clean energy storage, solar materials, and carbon-neutral systems through the Energy Biosciences Institute.

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Materials Science

Pioneering work in nanotechnology, photovoltaic cells, and superconducting materials with 35+ industry partnerships.

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Agricultural Research

Global leader in crop sciences, soil preservation, and sustainable farming through the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences.

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Research Powerhouses

Beckman Institute

Beckman Institute

A world-leading interdisciplinary research facility with over 100 labs focused on bioimaging, neural computation, and nanotechnology.

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National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA)

National Center for Supercomputing

Hosts the fastest public-university supercomputer (Delta) and leads in data analytics, high-performance computing, and climate modeling.