Research

Basic and applied research programs cross all disciplines at Towson University and provide the foundation for viable solutions to some of the region’s most pressing needs. 

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students in research lab
student researcher with bird in field
student researcher

Towson’s collegial academic environment fosters multidisciplinary research and scholarship that complements current knowledge in the field and leads to superior teaching.  From bioterrorism studies to the latest in teacher development, our applied research programs involve students, faculty, the community, government and the private sector.

Pursuing Partnerships

Towson’s focus on innovation and entrepreneurship facilitates collaboration and strategic partnerships with the community and the state. Towson welcomes partnerships that engage the expertise of its faculty and staff members. Professionals in our Office of Sponsored Programs and Research can help identify funding opportunities, develop project ideas into proposals, and submit complete and competitive proposals. Our Office of Undergraduate Research & Creative Inquiry supports undergraduate research through research grants, travel grants and small project awards.

Apply your knowledge.

field station

Off-Campus Resources

In the Field

The Towson Field Station, located on 223 wooded acres in northern Baltimore County adjacent to the Gunpowder Falls State Park, is used on field trips and as an outdoor laboratory for student and faculty research.

Contact Information

Office of Sponsored Programs & Research

Location
Administration Building
Room 212E
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m., other times by appointment
Phone
410-704-2236
Fax
410-704-4494
Email
ospr@towson.edu

 

Contact Information

Office of Undergraduate Research & Creative Inquiry

Location

Administration Building
Suite 311

Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone
410-704-4498
Fax
410-704-3129
Email
ourci@towson.edu