The University of New Mexico serves as the state’s premier institution of higher learning and provider of health care by promoting discovery, generating intellectual and cultural contributions, and honoring academic values.
UNM’s distinguished research community is cultivated throughout its 14 colleges, 200+ degree programs, nine multi-disciplinary centers, six strategic Health Sciences centers, and four branch campuses.
Measures of Excellence
UNM serves as a catalyst for discovery, innovation, and economic growth.
326
Active Principal Investigators in FY22
808
Sponsored Projects in FY22
$355M
Research Expenditures in FY22
336
Patents Awarded between FY18 and FY22
Office of the Vice President for Research
The UNM Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) is committed to the advancement, facilitation, and celebration of cutting-edge discovery and innovation. At UNM, we believe research is education, and as New Mexico’s premier R1 institution, we are uniquely positioned to provide an unparalleled education for students and world-class opportunities for faculty.
Health Sciences Research
As the only academic medical center in New Mexico, we are dedicated to pushing forward into uncharted research territory. Our faculty, staff and trainees work tirelessly to address our state's pressing health needs. At any given time, we manage over 300 clinical trials and 900 major research projects. Through our research centers, partnerships and education programs, we strive to create a healthier New Mexico.
Featured Researchers & Projects
UNM selected as one of five new research teams for NASA’s Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute
UNM one of three universities awarded $1M grant under the DEPSCoR Capacity Building Competition
Research Areas
Our research is vibrant, diverse, complex, and spans across multiple disciplines.
Research Highlights
Our researchers are committed to tackling the challenges we face locally, nationally, and globally to create opportunities and build better lives for the people in our community and around the world.
Research Opportunities
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Research Services & Facilities
UNM has many state-of-the-art facilities available for use by researchers, collaborators, and industry partners.