Research Centers, Institutes, and Facilities


All regular faculty members in the School of Science and Engineering at Tulane University have earned doctoral degrees from major research universities and conduct research at the forefront of their disciplines. For a complete list of regular faculty and their research interests, please click here.

Further information can be found by referring to the websites of the academic departments in which faculty members are appointed.

Research funding opportunities, proposal preparation, federal regulations, and other information on research activity can be found on the Tulane University Office of Research website.

Many faculty members and their students are affiliated with one or more of the following research centers, institutes, and core facilities:

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Explore interdisciplinary centers, institutes, and facilities that drive discovery and collaboration across Tulane’s School of Science and Engineering.

Center for Anatomical and Movement Sciences

Providing graduate and undergraduate instruction that allows students and faculty to study from anatomical specimens.

Center for Bioinformatics and Genomics

Advancing data-driven discovery in genomics, biomedical informatics, and precision medicine.

Center for Computational Science (CCS)

Supporting high-performance computing and computational research across disciplines.

Center for Polymer Reaction Monitoring and Characterization (PolyRMC)

Specializing in advanced polymer analysis, monitoring, and materials characterization.

Center of Excellence in Sex-Based Precision Medicine

Advancing research on sex differences to improve health outcomes.

Cypress: High Performance Computing System

Composed of Dell state-of-the-art technology, using Intel Ivy Bridge CPU, Intel Xeon Phi Coprocessor, and Lustre file system running on Dell storage with Intel Enterprise Edition for Lustre (IEEL) technology.

Scot Ackerman MakerSpace

Serving all makers in the Tulane Community by providing tools, assistance, and ideas.

Shared Research Facilities

Providing shared instrumentation and technical resources for cutting-edge research.

TI2EHM Imaging Core

Supporting small to large animal models and used in acoustics engineering applications.

Tulane Brain Institute

Advancing neuroscience research through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.

Tulane ByWater Institute

Addressing water-related challenges in coastal systems, infrastructure, and resilience.

Tulane Cancer Center

Integrating basic, clinical, and population-based cancer research.

Tulane Center for Advanced Medical Simulation & Team Training

Giving healthcare providers the opportunity to learn and perfect the latest techniques.

Tulane Center for Aging

Fosters and supports the development of research programs across a broad spectrum of disciplines that will provide solutions to the problems associated with aging.

The Tulane Center of Excellence for Microphysiological Systems

Dedicated to accelerating the development, standardization, and commercialization of microphysiological systems (MPS).

Tulane Hypertension and Renal Center of Excellence

Focused on cardiovascular, renal, and hypertension-related research.

Tulane Institute for Integrative Engineering for Health and Medicine (TI2EHM)

Bridging engineering and medicine to address complex health challenges.

Tulane Instrumentation for Nanoscience & Innovation (TINI)

Providing access to sophisticated research equipment, application support, and service support.

Tulane School of Medicine Research Centers

Remaining a leading and nationally recognized medical institution throughout the 21st century.

Tulane University Biodiversity Research Institute (TUBRI)

Conducting biodiversity research from local ecosystems to global environments.

Vector Borne Infectious Diseases Research Center

Studying mosquito- and vector-borne diseases that impact global health.

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Steven and Jann Paul Hall for Science and Engineering
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Donna and Paul Flower Hall for Research and Innovation
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Lindy Boggs Center for Energy and Biotechnology
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Merryl and Sam Israel Jr. Environmental Sciences Building
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Percival Stern Hall
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Stanley Thomas Hall
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Walter E. Blessey Hall
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Scot Ackerman MakerSpace