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Learn more about the work we do through the latest Baylor research news.

October 7, 2026
Graphic image of target sights over cancer cell.

When cancer returns after treatment, for some, the roots of its recurrence may be a small population of cells known as cancer stem cells. Researchers believe these cells can act as the “seeds” of future tumor growth, surviving chemotherapy and helping tumors re-emerge after a patient appears cancer-free. 

October 7, 2026
Headshot of Lulin Jiang, Ph.D., Baylor engineering professor

Prestigious honor recognizes Lulin Jiang's outstanding contributions to aerospace science and technology

September 29, 2026
Graphic of a fan celebrating amidst a group of fans in stadium

Funded by a Templeton Foundation grant, interdisciplinary Baylor researchers will examine how NIL opportunities shape student-athletes’ character, human flourishing and more

September 24, 2026
Alan Wang blazes new trails in semiconductor usage in his Baylor lab

As Texas continues to grow its footprint in advanced technology and manufacturing, Baylor engineer Alan Wang is developing photonic technologies that could help move information faster while dramatically reducing energy demands.

September 24, 2026
Quantum materials researcher Julia Chan in her Baylor lab

As Texas invests in advanced manufacturing, semiconductor technologies and quantum innovation, Julia Chan, Ph.D., is helping create the materials that could make those ambitions possible.

September 24, 2026
Garritt Tucker in his Baylor lab

The technologies that will shape the next decade, from advanced aircraft and space systems to energy infrastructure and next-generation manufacturing, will depend on materials that often have not been fully developed yet.

September 24, 2026
Cory Smith and Baylor students study data in ARKTOS Research Center

The Arctic is a long way from Texas. Until it isn't. Baylor's ARKTOS Research Center prepares those deployed to cold weather regions to not only survive, but thrive, when critical objectives need to be met.

September 24, 2026
JB Lee researches in his Baylor lab.

As Texas continues building advanced manufacturing, transportation, defense and healthcare industries, Baylor engineer JB Lee, Ph.D., is helping unlock new possibilities for the semiconductor technologies that power them.

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An action orientation is important to Baylor. Being a Christian research university is not just theoretical. It's about impact, and making a difference in the world, in people's lives, and in communities and beyond.

Linda A. Livingstone, Ph.D.
President, Baylor University; Past Chairman and Current Board Member, ACE; Chairman NCAA Board of Governors; Chairman, Big12 Board of Directors
Baylor President, Dr. Linda A. Livingstone