Baylor Gamechangers

Researchers in Baylor's PONI Center conduct advanced materials research.

Paul Allison can’t be there when equipment breaks down in the field. But the technology he develops will soon have soldiers back in the vehicles that support safer approaches to achieving their mission.

Garritt Tucker, Ph.D.

Garritt J. Tucker, Ph.D., The Eula Mae and John Baugh Chair in Physics, is part of a multi-institution partnership in a Stewardship Science Academic Alliances Center of Excellence to test materials under extreme conditions.

Charlie Baylis in the SMART Hub lab

Both military and corporate organizations recognize that dwindling space will soon impact their users, like those who protect our freedom. Baylor SMART Hub researchers are pursuing entirely new approaches to spectrum communication.

David Jack in his Baylor lab

The companies that make airplanes and automobiles constantly search for the next generation of technologies for materials that are stronger, safer and more efficient. Baylor researcher David Jack is addressing those needs and more.

Ryan McManamay and students in Texas creek.

Vital, innovative and missional: Baylor water researchers bring diverse skillsets to address multifaceted challenges. Discover why Baylor is an international leader in water quality research.

Thad Scott and students conduct water testing on a Texas River.

Where can community leaders and policymakers get the information they need to serve water needs in their area? Researchers like Thad Scott provide them the tools to make effective and efficient use of our natural resources.

Mandy Hering conducts research at a wastewater treatment plant.

Communities are searching for new, efficient ways to deliver clean water to their residents. Statistical scientist Mandy Hering applies her discipline to advance water research in innovative ways.

Bryan Brooks instructs grad students in his Baylor lab

An internationally recognized leader in clean water research, Bryan Brooks addresses emerging challenges to clean water delivery close to home and around the globe.

Byron Johnson

What could we do for humanity if we understood why individuals and societies flourish? It’s a question Byron Johnson is leading the way to answer

Renée Umstattd Meyer works with children in Play Streets to encourage active habits.

There's a cascade of positive outcomes when individuals are active. Renée Umstattd Meyer partners with communities to eliminate barriers to active living and help people thrive.

Liela Romero conducts research in Baylor laboratory.

When it comes to creating leads for cancer-fighting drugs, Liela Romero describes herself as a chef—mixing individual elements together to create a stronger finished product for new drug leads.

Thad Scott and a student conduct research in local waterways.

Every living being relies on water. Thad Scott's research is for life--improving or protecting vulnerable water resources.

Researchers in Baylor's Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences

Research seeks to eliminate "zombie cells" to improve muscle health after chemotherapy.

Bryan W. Brooks, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of Environmental Science and Public Health and AAAS Fellow, is Baylor University's most-cited researcher in 2023, according to a Stanford University database. Brooks works internationally on water quality, environmental contaminants and sustainability issues while actively including his students in research experiences and "real world" scenarios in the classroom

Stanford database features 43 current or retired Baylor faculty and postdoctoral researchers on prestigious most-cited list.

Pat Neff Aerial

At Baylor University, high-level research exemplifies our mission in action: "Baylor in Deed" to a world in need of solutions to its greatest challenges.