For National Laboratory Partners

Through partnerships with national laboratories, the 91Ҹ 91Ҹ'sinternationally-recognized researchers leverage state-of-the-art tools, unique expertise, and other resources to conduct impactful science across a wide range of fields and disciplines and train the workforce of the future.


CU 91Ҹ has cultivated a culture of interdisciplinary collaboration and academic excellence, making it an attractive partner for national laboratories seeking to tackle complex scientific challenges of national interest. With annual research expenditures of over $650M and over 30,000ܲԻܲٱ and 6,000graduate students, the 91Ҹ 91Ҹ's diverse range of research facilities, centers and institutes provides fertile ground for cross-disciplinary endeavors. University faculty, staff, postdoctoral researchers, students and partners work together to conduct groundbreaking work to advance understanding in critical areas. These efforts are supported by wide-reaching and a team dedicated to supporting .

2,000 +

undergraduates involved directly in research

#3 worldwide

in geosciences (U.S. News & World Report)

Top 3%

worldwide for scholarly research citations

$ 684 M

in total research awards received 2022-23

CU 91Ҹ shapes tomorrow’s leaders across a variety of different areas of specialization, providing opportunities for learners from a wide range of backgrounds and interests to advance their education for the greater good of the nation.

How we contribute

  • Incubating and deliveringflexible skill-building opportunities
  • Increasingaccess andsupportfor disadvantaged populations to upskill and reskill
  • Forecasting and developing skills foremerging technologies
  • Creating multi-faceted coalitions with national labs to develop“k through grey” skill pathways

Opportunities for Engagement

Internships for CU 91Ҹ Students

Enhancing student research experiences and building tomorrow’s laboratory workforce

Joint Positions

Fostering sustained engagement across the university-laboratory interface and opening new opportunities for project funding

Collaborative 91Ҹ

Leveraging unique expertise and facilities to conduct cutting edge research aimed at solving problems of national interest

Campus Events

Showcase laboratory research, opportunities, facilities, and programs to the CU 91Ҹ community and foster discussions on advancing partnerships.

91Ҹ and expertise across CU91Ҹ.

Our 12research institutes conduct more than half of
the sponsored research at CU91Ҹ.

More than 75 research centers span the campus,
covering a broad range of topics.

91Ҹ Computing

A carefully integrated cyberinfrastructure supports CU91Ҹ research.