Stories about Research

Lehigh University Campus

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.

Captain America

Exploring Real-World Replication of Captain America’s Shield

Professor Ricardo H.R. Castro recently contributed to a Popular Science article exploring the materials science behind Captain America’s iconic shield.

Alumni Memorial Building

The Vital Role of Research

A letter from Lehigh President Joseph J. Helble in the Summer 2025 Alumni Bulletin.

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Reflecting on the Critical Role of Research at Lehigh

Provost Nathan Urban shares insight into the future of research at Lehigh in regard to recent federal actions.

Wes Hiatt

Wes Hiatt: ‘Shape Positive Change’

Learn more about Wes Hiatt, assistant professor of architecture and co-director of the Small Cities Lab.

Research Illustration

Lehigh Faculty in the Media: Summer 2025

Professors share their research and perspectives on circadian misalignment, a new material and more.

Andrew Knoll '73

Worlds Beneath Our Feet: Andrew Knoll ’73 and Daniel Richter ’73 Explore Life’s Origins Underground

Two geoscientists and former Lehigh classmates from the Class of 1973 examine clues hidden deep in rocks and soil to explore the history of life on Earth.

President Helble standing on campus on walking path

President Video Message: Fall 2025 Campus Update

A message sent to members of the Lehigh campus community.