Biosciences in Research Institutes

CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ’s research institutes account for more than half of all sponsored research dollars at the university—and employ some of the most productive researchers in the country.

Biosciences

BioFrontiers drives innovation without boundaries by catalyzing the Institute’s scientific passion with the cross-disciplinary resources to explore critical areas of unknown biology and translate that knowledge into applications that will advance human health and welfare. At the , researchers from the life sciences, physical sciences, computer science and engineering are working together to uncover new knowledge at the frontiers of science and partnering with industry to transform discoveries into real solutions.

is an organized research unit of the University of Colorado Graduate School dedicated to conducting and facilitating research on the genetic and environmental bases of individual differences in behavior.

has gained an international reputation for its promotion of interdisciplinary research and training in cognitive science. The Institute is known for theory development and the application of those theories to real-world problems. 

All Research Institutes

With more than 900 researchers, students and supporting staff, the institutes make a major contribution to the university’s research and education missions as well as the local and area economy.