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A true competitive edge is sharpened by innovation. That’s why so many companies have partnered with BU researchers to tackle their most difficult challenges, add value to their R&D, and turn their wildest dreams into reality. We invite you to explore what a faculty collaboration could mean for your organization.

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The collaborative possibilities are endless. Contact BU Industry Engagement to share your interests and we can help identify faculty experts whose expertise aligns with your goals.

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Accolades

BU Expert to Help Lead UN Climate Report, Undergraduates Study Secrets of the Universe

Other research news, stories, and tidbits from around BU, including prestigious physics and health awards […]

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Geriatrics & Gerontology

Boston University–Led Research Finds Mid- or Late-Life Exercise May Cut Risk of Dementia

Epidemiologist Phillip Hwang says high levels of physical activity could lower dementia risk by up […]

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Environment & Ecology

More Than 46 Million in the US Live Within a Mile of Fossil Fuel Infrastructure

New Boston University study suggests urban residents are disproportionately exposed to potentially harmful energy supply […]

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Public Health

More People Are Giving Birth at Home. Why, and Is It Safe?

BU researcher Eugene Declercq, who catalogs birth data, says it can be—but so are hospital […]

Accolades

Best of BU’s 2025 Science and Research

Boston University’s healthcare research expertise was in high demand, while stories about engineers’ moon mission […]

Convergent Research

10 Inspiring Inventions and Impactful Ideas from Boston University Researchers

From soft robots that could make cancer surgery safer to an algorithm that boosts hearing […]

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Medicine

Her Grandmother’s Brain Tumor Treatment Inspired This BU Doctor’s Career

BU and BMC radiation oncologist Minh T. Truong is on a mission to balance science […]

Azer Bestavros, BU associate provost for computing and data sciences, speaking at a program highlighting major AI development in Massachusetts, held at BU’s Duan Family Center for Computing & Data Sciences on December 12.

Computer Science

Massachusetts Officials Praise Statewide AI Progress at BU Event

Duan Family Center for Computing & Data Sciences hosted AI experts to talk about the […]

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