Research Facilities

Research is woven into the fabric of campus. Nearly every academic building includes several research labs or centers. These facilities play a vital role in conducting innovative studies that drive technological advancements and solutions for industry and government while fostering student learning and regional economic growth.

University Research Laboratories

The University Research Labs support basic and applied research focusing on economic development and national security.

Contact: Dr. Grant Crawford
(AMP includes the Additive Manufacturing Laboratory)

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Vanderboom Laboratory for Entrepreneurial Research (aka V-Lab)

Thanks to a generous donation from alumnus Steve Vanderboom and his wife Julie, the V-Lab offers crucial space for research expansion. This addition is greatly appreciated given the growing number of research awards Mines has received.

The V-Lab is also home to the Office of Research Affairs.

University Core Facility

EMES serves as an example of the many analytical instrumentation available on campus for student and faculty research.