Research

BGSU to co-lead cutting-edge aging research initiative with Ohio State, Purdue Understanding family structures is a key part of research into aging, a topic on which BGSU has become a national leader.
BGSU researcher finds Lake Erie dredged material correlated to better crop yields The research demonstrates a possible winning solution for agriculture in the Lake Erie watershed that benefits all stakeholders.
BGSU professor pioneers research into quiet quitting by considering the role of broken promises Truit Gray's publication on psychological contracts and quiet quitting highlights the changing role of HR.
Fleet Feet: BGSU forensic science student creates unique footwear database with help of Falcon Marching Band Katie Roy ’25 is using the identical shoes from the marching band to study randomly acquired characteristics, which are typically very challenging to research.
BGSU researcher featured as guest on ‘The Oprah Podcast’ regarding expertise on gray divorce Renowned researcher Susan L. Brown, Ph.D., was invited to the show to share her research on the rise in divorce rates among those 50 and older.
A decade of water research: BGSU a leader in championing solutions to improve Ohio's water quality Faculty and students at BGSU are conducting water quality research involving cyanobacteria, contaminants and the effectiveness of wetlands
Democracy and Public Policy Network at BGSU awarded federal grant to support education, outreach on American history and civics Network will use the grant to establish nonpartisan learning communities among K-12 educators across the region over the next three years focused on developing and strengthening American history and civics education.
2025: A milestone year Three colleges at BGSU and its regional campus, BGSU Firelands, are celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2025.
Farming practices drive significant progress in Lake Erie water quality pilot project BGSU researchers Dr. Angelica Vazquez-Ortega and Dr. Kevin McCluney are part of the Shallow Run Watershed Pilot Project that is studying improved farming practices.
BGSU faculty and students studying children's gut health and its effects on food allergies Grant-funded through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dr. Wan Shen is collaborating with children and families from the ProMedica Allergy and Immunology clinic in Perrysburg.
BGSU biology class travels to South America for memorable field experience On a two-week visit, BGSU students observed biodiversity of some of Earth’s most unique ecosystems.
BGSU faculty members named Fulbright Scholars for prestigious national research program Research will take faculty members to India, Bangladesh and Brazil to conduct research in AI, supply chain engineering and chemistry.
BGSU scientist developing possible major technological upgrade Colloidal quantum shells could address the limitations of quantum dots, which are used in commercial products like QLED televisions.
BGSU researchers lend expertise in photochemical sciences to advance innovation at NASA, Johnson & Johnson The University's partnerships with global organizations underscore the role of higher education in advancing innovation.
BGSU alumna selected for elite graduate research fellowship Honored as a gifted STEM student, Savanna Brown was selected for the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program.
BGSU scientists conducting unique freshwater research into Lake Erie plastic pollution A research team from BGSU is studying the effects of bits of pre-production plastic, called nurdles, leaching chemicals into water systems.
BGSU Undergraduate Symposium for Research and Scholarship sets record for student participation The Undergraduate Symposium for Research and Scholarship featured research from more than 260 BGSU undergrads.
BGSU partners with city of Toledo on $2M Department of Justice grant to combat gun violence The collaborative project underscores the University’s steadfast commitment to creating public good.
BGSU researchers use machine learning to study 2023 East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment Two BGSU researchers from the biological sciences department are analyzing long-term impacts of the disaster and using machine learning to eliminate human bias.
BGSU research finds clear link between children's education level and parents' risk of dementia Research finds that when children don't graduate from high school, their parents are more likely to suffer from cognitive decline and dementia.
BGSU professor at the forefront of space sustainability research An assistant professor in the BGSU School of Earth, Environment and Society, Dr. Timothy Pape is collaborating with the PlanetStewards project at Utrecht University in the Netherlands to shape how humanity manages resources beyond Earth.
Collaboration takes center stage for new director of BGSU Center for Great Lakes and Watershed Studies Connection between researchers, students and other Great Lakes stakeholders is a key focus for new CGLWS director Dr. Sarah Emery.
BGSU scientists make international headlines with first-of-its-kind research into hummingbirds BGSU alumnus Gustavo Cañas-Valle ’24 and Dr. Juan Bouzat are believed to be first to demonstrate a species of hummingbird living in colonies.
BGSU study aims to improve infant health in Ohio by addressing transportation barriers Reliable access to transportation is a major social determinant of health and is cited as a significant barrier by mothers and healthcare providers to accessing proper medical care.
BGSU researcher studying how to improve truck-driver safety records Dr. Walt Ryley, an assistant teaching professor in the Schmidthorst College of Business, cites low pay, long hours and non-paid work as contributing factors to diminished safety.
A World of Possibilities: BGSU Education Abroad offers students life-changing experience outside the U.S. Students of all majors, backgrounds, income levels and career aspirations can study abroad during their time at BGSU for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that boosts their after-college plans.
Innovative 'gray divorce' research from BGSU professors draws national interest Findings from the renowned National Center for Family and Marriage Research discovered the share of adults over 65 who are divorced tripled between 1990 and 2022.
BGSU geology students to perform high-level research in Antarctica Three BGSU students are involved with a research trip to Antarctica in which scientists aim to better understand undersea volcanoes in the region.
Antarctica bound: BGSU research team to study undersea volcanoes' impact on climate BGSU scientists are completing an NSF-funded journey to study how volcanoes, ice and the sea interact in a critical part of western Antarctica.
BGSU photochemical sciences student honored for innovative research into brain cell behavior New research from Dr. H. Peter Lu’s lab found a ‘leak’ signal from the lipid bilayer that represents an unregulated disruption in how cells communicate.

Updated: 09/02/2025 11:45AM