A Preeminent Christian Research University
Baylor University’s vision affirms that the world needs a preeminent research university that is unambiguously Christian. In 2021, Baylor was recognized as an R1 research institution, a significant benchmark in the University's continued focus and investment in research at the highest levels. Through top-tier research and scholarship, R1 universities bring their voice to bear in addressing our world’s most meaningful challenges. As Baylor achieves preeminence as a Christian research university, it enables researchers from throughout the University to infuse the quest for solutions, at the highest levels, with Baylor’s distinct voice and mission.
Research News
Read More News“The lab is the final frontier of learning,” Bryan Shaw, Professor of Chemistry, tells NBC. “So, if you don't make the lab accessible, you're not really making science accessible.”
Understanding how social connectiveness mitigates the effects of historical and childhood trauma.
Baylor positive psychology researchers offer methods to increase gratitude and empathy.
Baylor research faculty engage students at area elementary, middle and high schools through hands-on projects to illuminate interest in STEM education
On National Ethics & Compliance Week, Deborah Holland shares how research compliance efforts advance faculty research and protect everyone involved. Holland serves as Assistant Vice Provost for Research in Research Compliance.
Brian Kim of Baylor Finance surveys how government regulation influences a corporation’s handling of their cash holdings.
Virtues researcher and psychology professor Sarah Schnitker, Ph.D., founds Baylor Research in Growth and Human Thriving Science (BRIGHTS) Center
Researcher Debra Harris provides research support to projects focused on improving the lives and safety for all ages.
Our Research Commitment
BAYLOR STANDS APART AS A CHRISTIAN RESEARCH UNIVERSITY — a position that empowers our aspiration to become America's preeminent Christian research university. Illuminate, Baylor University's Academic Strategic Plan, has one overarching goal: To bring light to the world as we accelerate our quest toward preeminence as a Christian research university, building on Baylor's historic strengths and strategically investing in new areas of research and service.