For National Laboratory Partners

Through partnerships with national laboratories, the 鶹ӰԺ'sinternationally-recognized researchers leverage state-of-the-art tools, unique expertise, and other resources to conduct impactful science across a wide range of fields and disciplines and train the workforce of the future.


CU 鶹ӰԺ has cultivated a culture of interdisciplinary collaboration and academic excellence, making it an attractive partner for national laboratories seeking to tackle complex scientific challenges of national interest. With annual research expenditures of over $650M and over 30,000ܲԻܲٱ and 6,000graduate students, the 鶹ӰԺ's diverse range of research facilities, centers and institutes provides fertile ground for cross-disciplinary endeavors. University faculty, staff, postdoctoral researchers, students and partners work together to conduct groundbreaking work to advance understanding in critical areas. These efforts are supported by wide-reaching and a team dedicated to supporting .

Research Focus Areas

2,000 +

undergraduates involved directly in research

#3 worldwide

in geosciences (U.S. News & World Report)

Top 3%

worldwide for scholarly research citations

$ 684 M

in total research awards received 2022-23

CU 鶹ӰԺ shapes tomorrow’s leaders across a variety of different areas of specialization, providing opportunities for learners from a wide range of backgrounds and interests to advance their education for the greater good of the nation.

How we contribute

  • Incubating and deliveringflexible skill-building opportunities
  • Increasingaccess andsupportfor disadvantaged populations to upskill and reskill
  • Forecasting and developing skills foremerging technologies
  • Creating multi-faceted coalitions with national labs to develop“k through grey” skill pathways

Opportunities for Engagement

Internships for CU 鶹ӰԺ Students

Enhancing student research experiences and building tomorrow’s laboratory workforce

Joint Positions

Fostering sustained engagement across the university-laboratory interface and opening new opportunities for project funding

Collaborative Research

Leveraging unique expertise and facilities to conduct cutting edge research aimed at solving problems of national interest

Campus Events

Showcase laboratory research, opportunities, facilities, and programs to the CU 鶹ӰԺ community and foster discussions on advancing partnerships.

Research and expertise across CU鶹ӰԺ.

Our 12research institutes conduct more than half of
the sponsored research at CU鶹ӰԺ.

More than 75 research centers span the campus,
covering a broad range of topics.

A carefully integrated cyberinfrastructure supports CU鶹ӰԺ research.