Research at RIT
The world needs collaborative thinkers who seek pressing problems and propose innovative, game-changing solutions. RIT’s researchers explore galaxies and help set the pace for a future in photonics. They are the creativity behind discoveries to sustain the planet; they provide medical technologies designed to help individuals overcome obstacles. They are solving some of the current challenges in cybersecurity and imaging to protect people and organizations.
Through research, RIT is making an impact.
$82M
Sponsored research awards in 2020 fiscal year
723
Research proposals submitted in 2020 fiscal year
94
Current researchers who have achieved $1 million or more in funding since 2000

Drive progress.
Shape what's possible.
Transform the future.
Our Goal: $1 Billion