Driving Discovery
From bold ideas to life-changing discoveries, we're working to advance knowledge and power a better future.
Pushing the boundaries of science and innovation
As a research powerhouse, we are tackling the grand challenges of our time – from advancing human health to engineering a technology enabled future. This work empowers our communities to be more equitable and resilient, improving lives and expanding our understanding of the world.
Research by the numbers
UofL is 1 of only 187 universities in the country and 1 of 2 in Kentucky designated “Research 1: Very High Spending and Doctorate Production” by the Carnegie Foundation.
$170.2 million
Competitive funding earned in 2025
263
Clinical trials in 2025
$247.5 million
Research expenditures in 2025
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UofL cancer researchers among top 1% most-cited in the world
02/24/26
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UofL scientist helps decode six ape genomes
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UofL chosen to operate new Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub
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