Undergraduate Research Collective
A research program for first and second year undergraduates, a community for faculty mentors, an opportunity to elevate the impact of early career research.
Unlocking the brain with the fruit fly

March 1, 2025 Undergraduate Mary Bun studies multitasking in fruit flies to offer valuable insights into disorders like Parkinson’s disease. Read more about her research contributions and impact.
Bridging science and humanity

December 7, 2024 Daniel Chen’s journey from undergraduate research to groundbreaking work in immunology and cancer therapy showcases the power of service. His early experiences led him to a Marshall Scholarship and studies at Cambridge, where he tackles autoimmune diseases and cancer immunotherapy.
From Navy to neuroscience

September 30, 2024 Undergraduate and Navy veteran Kristin Bennett brings her firsthand experience with traumatic brain injuries into the lab, determined to uncover mysteries about the brain to advance knowledge and treatment.
A boundless connection

June 14, 2024 For Kavin “Ken” Srinakarin, ’24, it all began in the Forest Club Room of Anderson Hall. Amid the serenity of evergreens, he and his fellow research assistants at the Human Interaction with Nature and Technological Systems (HINTS) Lab gathered every Friday to discuss scales, factor analysis and connect through shared experiences in nature.
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Learn how to get started in your search for a research opportunity.
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Browse through research opportunities available on campus and beyond.
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Explore connections for current undergrads and alumni through email and social media!
Research shapes our future
Undergraduate researchers are at the heart of discovery at UW.
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Announcements from the Office of Undergraduate Research
- Recap: Coding in Research Information Session and Panelallperez | April 14, 2025
- 2025 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities - Application OPEN!rkb27 | January 7, 2025
- UW Post-bacc Research Education Program - Applications Due February 1, 2025Ethan R. Ankrum | December 12, 2024
- Recap: REU & Summer Research Workshop Resourcesallperez | December 3, 2024
- Check out research caféEthan R. Ankrum | November 1, 2024
- Recap: Dawg Daze Undergrad Research Event ResourcesOffice of Undergraduate Research | September 25, 2024
- New course offering for first-year students interested in undergraduate research - Spring 2025Office of Undergraduate Research | September 24, 2024
- Undergraduate Research Seeking Outreach Intern - Applications Close 4. Oct. 2024Office of Undergraduate Research | September 23, 2024