Areas of Support
KU Research

KU, the state’s flagship institution, is home to innovative research and the constant pursuit of knowledge. When you make a gift to KU’s Research enterprise, you provide resources to support all facets of inquiry, exploration, innovation and collaboration for researchers, students and university partners.

Areas of Support
KU Research

KU, the state’s flagship institution, is home to innovative research and the constant pursuit of knowledge. When you make a gift to KU’s Research enterprise, you provide resources to support all facets of inquiry, exploration, innovation and collaboration for researchers, students and university partners.

Toward discoveries that change the world

Charting a research course

Research at KU addresses problems of worldwide significance, delivers solutions that make a difference to Kansas and the region, and promotes an inclusive community of responsible inquiry and innovation for students and scholars.

KU researchers work at the leading edge of science, education, business, engineering, and the arts and humanities to transform the way we understand and experience the world. We place great value in and support all research endeavors across KU.

Shelley Hooks, Ph.D.

Vice Chancellor for Research

Ready to support the
KU Research community?
CONTACT:
Michael Arp
Assistant Vice President of Development, KU Endowment
785-832-7410
Research Centers

KU’s 11 largest research centers are recognized as University Research Centers and report to the Office of Research. Their work aligns with local, national, and global needs and provides benefits to individuals, groups and the public good. These 11 centers provide an intellectual home for faculty and students pursuing research, teaching and community outreach on a broad range of topics.

Research Labs

KU’s core research labs support investigators and industry partners by providing assistance and training on specialized instrumentation, experimental design, and data analysis. These labs benefit university investigators and industry partners alike, with experienced professionals and state-of-the-art technology for continuous project support. Core lab research areas include a variety of research specialties, from animal care to mass spectrometry.

PARTNERING WITH US

A gift in support of KU’s Research enterprise can transform lives across the state, throughout the U.S., and around the world. The ripple effect of discovery means research right here in Kansas can have impact beyond our immediate borders. Contact us to share your interests and learn more about our research in an area most meaningful to you.

ALL AREAS OF SUPPORT

Biodiversity Institute & Natural History Museum
Your contributions help us train and mentor the next generation of biodiversity specialists, including providing essential and ethical fieldwork experiences in Kansas and around the globe.
Libraries
When you support KU Libraries, you support all Jayhawks. Your gift empowers the discoveries made, the stories written, the minds expanded with impacts that shine across the university, the greater community and the world.
School of 
Architecture & Design
Your contribution plays a vital role in providing our Architecture & Design students with hands-on experience in the studio, fostering both innovation and imagination.
School of Music
Your gift to the School of Music will help students and families discover the wonder of music through our world-class educational programs and hundreds of performances each year.
International Affairs
KU International Affairs helps prepare students to be successful in a world that is more connected than ever.
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Your gift can make a transformative difference in the educational foundation for KU students, offering them a broad set of knowledge and skills that will serve them well throughout their lives.
Lied Center
A gift to the Lied Center in support of this initiative will allow the program to expand, eventually reaching all 104 counties in Kansas outside of Lawrence on an annual basis in perpetuity.
School of Engineering
Your support for the KU School of Engineering propels innovation and drives groundbreaking research, empowering students to shape the future of society.
School of Business
Your gift to the School of Business provides the pathway for students to get an innovative learning experience at one of the nation’s top-ranked programs.
School of Law
Donating to the KU School of Law allows students to gain practice-ready skills with firsthand experience, forging future members of the legal profession in 13 different areas of study.
KU Medical Center
Your investment in KU Medical Center will save lives and support healthy, vibrant communities.
School of Pharmacy
Your support of the KU School of Pharmacy will help the school continue to improve the health of Kansans and the world through excellence in all aspects of pharmaceutical care.
School of Education & Human Sciences
Ranked as a top 10 public education school in the nation, a donation to the School of Education & Human Sciences enables future educators and human science professionals to create a lasting impact on society.
University Honors Program
Your investment in the KU Honors Program will support exceptional students, give our top faculty the inspiration and connection that keep them engaged, and nurture innovation on campus.
KU Alumni Association
Your investment attracts new Jayhawks, helps current students succeed academically and find satisfying careers, deepens connections across generations.
KU Research
KU's core research labs support investigators and industry partners by providing assistance and training on specialized instrumentation, experimental design, and data analysis.
University of Kansas School of Professional Studies
KU’s new School of Professional Studies is building programs and pathways to high demand careers and economic mobility for students, and their families.
School of 
Social Welfare
Your gift to the School of Social Welfare will help change social work practice and social policy to support those served by the social work profession.
The University of Kansas Health System
By supporting The University of Kansas Health System, you will save and improve lives – now and for generations to come.
William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, donating to the KU School of Journalism and Mass Communications gives students real-world experiences so they can thrive in future media professions.
Dole Institute of Politics
With your support, the Dole Institute will continue to provide unique experiential learning opportunities for new generations at KU, across Kansas and beyond.
Spencer Museum of Art
Your gift supports the Museum’s commitment to keep art at the core of learning, teaching and research at KU and beyond and bolsters its ability to sustain and grow its comprehensive collection.