Stories about Research

2025 Lehigh University Research Symposium

Research Symposium Recognizes and Honors Impact of Lehigh’s Research Community

The day-long event in the Clayton University Center at Packer Hall celebrated Lehigh’s R1 designation and research enterprise.

Attendees talking at the symposium

ACES Symposium on Energy, Water and Data Centers Brings Together Leaders from Education, Industry and Government

The day-long event in Iacocca Hall facilitated dialogue regarding challenges and opportunities for powering the future.

Matt O'Connell '26

Matt O’Connell ’26 Strives to Help Others Live Healthier Lives Through Research

O’Connell was part of the 2025 Amgen Scholars Program and has conducted research across the country and world as an undergraduate student at Lehigh.

Small Cities Lab Co-Lab

Inaugural Small Cities Lab Co-Lab Brings Together Researchers, Community Leaders

The two-day event hosted by Lehigh’s Small Cities Lab fostered discussion about small cities through sessions, talks and workshops.

Clayton University center exterior

Meet Lehigh’s Newest Faculty Members for the 2025-26 Academic Year

Profiles have been compiled for the university’s newest professors as a way to introduce them to the Lehigh community.

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Lehigh, Rice Launch Consortium for Enhancing Resilience and Catastrophe Modeling

New consortium unites academia, industry and government to advance catastrophe modeling and strengthen community resilience worldwide.

Students interact with wall screens in the Immersive Learning Center

Immersive Learning, Tight-Knit Community Part of Centennial School’s 60 Years

The school, affiliated with Lehigh’s College of Education, continues its forward-thinking approach and research work as it celebrates a milestone anniversary.

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Natasha Vermaak Leads Project Investigating Materials For Next-Generation Propulsion Systems

The Lehigh professor is part of a team researching rotating detonation engine materials.

Linderman Library

Year Two Progress Report - Inspiring the Future Makers

A message sent to members of the Lehigh community.

Lehigh University and Good Shepherd Rehabilitation announce partnership

Lehigh University and Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Join Forces to Advance Disability Health Equity

The bold university-wide partnership will drive innovation through joint appointments, interdisciplinary research and more.