Mines Research – Innovation with Impact
Research Pillars: Earth, Energy, Environment, Foundations, Fundamentals, & Frontiers
Mines Research – Innovation with Impact
Solving the world’s critical scientific & engineering challenges
Structured to bring together transdisciplinary research expertise, our Pillars of Research enable Mines to conduct research in context – to provide innovative solutions that incorporate an understanding of social, economic, policy, and environmental impacts.
Driven by our commitment to find real-world solutions, Mines researchers embrace a culture of inclusion that promotes diversity and collaboration across campus. Discover how we are working together to develop sustainable solutions for our modern world.
Research Pillars: Earth, Energy, Environment, Foundations, Fundamentals, & Frontiers
Earth Exploration
Understanding our planet & responsibly developing its resources
Integrated Energy Solutions
Powering the future
Sustainable Environment & Climate
Protecting our planet
Foundations of Responsible Innovation
Building solutions in global context
Fundamentals of Scientific Discovery
Expanding our understanding of the world
Science & Engineering Frontiers
Pushing the boundaries of what’s possible
Science-based solutions through transdisciplinary research
We are committed to working together to tackle tomorrow’s biggest challenges and capitalize on the opportunities to translate science and engineering into technologies that improve our lives. Start here to join us in our mission.
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MINES STRATEGIC RESEARCH INITIATIVES
Beyond Mines@150: Mines Strategic Research Initiatives
Mines has embarked on a comprehensive strategic research plan that embraces our strengths and drives our growth as we address the challenges of the future. Aligning with identified core themes, we are establishing cross-cutting and high impact Strategic Research Initiatives that will be:
Focused – designed with a specific target and scope that lead to sustained funding and enhanced reputation
Strategic – elevating an area where Mines is already a global leader or enabling Mines to expand expertise and leadership in critical emerging fields
Transdisciplinary – integrating researchers across disciplines at Mines and with external collaborators
Global – addressing a priority issue with global implications, attracting external funding, and encouraging formation of impactful partnerships
Mines Research Magazine
“Since our founding in 1874, the name “Mines” has signified leadership in science and engineering research with an enduring track record of growth and influence. Recognized as an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, Mines ranks in the top four percent of research universities nationwide. Our inclusive culture of excellence is highly interdisciplinary and collaborative, and we’re known as the go-to-place for the use-inspired research and innovation industry and society needs.”
– Walter G. Copan, Vice President for Research & Technology Transfer