Applied Research at Jefferson
Applied Research is a form of systematic inquiry involving the practical integration and application of accumulated theory, knowledge and technology toward a targeted purpose. This includes transdisciplinary combinations of theories, methodologies and epistemologies taken from the humanities, social science, natural science, engineering, fine art, design, business, and many other disciplines.
Applied Research
- Addresses normative ethical and social questions of how we ought to change our world or solve specific problems.
- Accesses and uses accumulated theories, knowledge, methods, and techniques, in order to solve a specific, practical problems.
- Develops technologies or techniques to alter natural phenomena to solve specific problems.
At Jefferson, applied research projects are integrated into our curriculum. Working with industry partners and faculty, students work together to provide targeted deliverables, applying their knowledge, skills and research to the project at hand. Jefferson is also a member of multiple consortiums; giving our students access to many hands-on experiences and networking opportunities within their industry.
Message from the Assistant Provost
The Office of Research and Scholarship, East Falls is committed to creating an environment where research and scholarship can flourish – by supporting interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing research infrastructure, and celebrating achievements across all disciplines. These efforts reflect Jefferson’s commitment to fostering a vibrant research community – one that is inclusive, innovative, and dedicated to translating discoveries into real-world solutions.
As the Assistant Provost of Research and Scholarship, East Falls, I look forward to working with our faculty, staff and students to continue to push the boundaries of knowledge, driving impact locally, nationally, and globally.
Peng Du Ph.D., LEED AP, WELL AP
Assistant Provost for Research and Scholarship, East Falls
Director, Master of Urban Design - Future Cities
Associate Professor, College of Architecture and the Built Environment
Capabilities
Jefferson houses a variety of shared capabilities for its faculty, staff, and students. These capabilities include broad laboratory/studio capabilities, product development, data development analysis, and the Lab for Urban & Social Innovation.
Some Current Industry Partners/Affiliations
- Ecofibre
- Tenneco
- Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA)
- National Institute of Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRIT)
- Georgia Pacific
- Sunbrella
- Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
Projects & Partnerships
Jefferson applied research focuses on the application and integration of existing theory, knowledge and technology with real world deliverables.
Applied Research Playbook
This playbook is meant as a guide to lead researches at Jefferson University through the administrative processes of on-campus research. This playbook outlines necessary steps and services available to make a wide variety of projects ranging a weekend sprint project to a year of deep study possible here at Jefferson.
This playbook has been divided into four stages of the project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, and close out. Please consult the Office of Research and Scholarship, East Falls at appliedresearchoffice@jefferson.edu for immediate questions or concerns.
Resources Jefferson Resources for Faculty
Various resources are available for faculty including the Office of Research and Scholarship, East Falls, RACE representatives on campus, and Hanover prospect reports.
Internal Grant Opportunities
Faculty Seed Grant
The seed grant provides single-year funding to support faculty development with a focus on the research/scholarship and research/practice part of the academic role, as distinct from teaching and service.
Faculty Project Completion Grant
Through the Thomas Jefferson University Project Completion Grant, the University provides funding to support faculty member’s research, scholarship, and/or practice endeavors that satisfy the two following goals:
- Has extremely scarce to no external funding opportunities.
- Results in a deliverable(s) that has significant and measurable value in building the external reputation of both the faculty member and the University.
Applied Research Magazine Brief
From alarming levels of drug residue on U.S. currency to how our environment affects our mood, explore these recent discoveries in applied research at Jefferson.
To find out how to get involved, please contact:
Peng Du Ph.D., LEED AP, WELL AP
Assistant Provost for Research and Scholarship, East Falls
Director, Master of Urban Design - Future Cities
Associate Professor, College of Architecture and the Built Environment
Andrea Echeverri Amaya
Position: Applied Research Operations Manager
Email: Andrea.Echeverri@jefferson.edu
Contact Number(s): 215-951-5659