No matter your major, research is a vital part of Bryant’s learning experience. You’ll have the chance to collaborate with faculty, engage in hands-on research in the lab or field, and present your findings at regional and national conferences. From performing scientific research for NASA to drafting policy briefs in Washington, D.C., you’ll find plenty of opportunities to explore complex questions and develop your critical thinking skills.

Scientific Research

Because of Bryant’s small class sizes and close-knit community, our undergraduate students often collaborate with faculty on scientific research in one of our state-of-the-art laboratories — something that’s typically reserved for graduate students at other universities. Our 8,300-square-foot science complex has two large wet labs that can accommodate 24 students each, an advanced wet lab, and six individualized research labs tailored for faculty and student collaboration. Just a few of Bryant’s research opportunities include:

• Developing antibacterial compounds that hold promise in the fight against drug-resistant bacterial infections.
• Investigating measures to combat vaccine hesitancy through improved health communication strategies.
• Dissecting and mapping neural mechanism in fruit flies to better understand the underlying causes of addiction.

This critical research experience serves as a major differentiator for Bryant students applying to medical school or research graduate programs.

SURF Program  

The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program is a standout opportunity for Bryant students to conduct research while working closely with a faculty advisor. This 10-week paid summer experience will give you hands-on training in laboratory instrumentation, presenting research results, and scientific writing — all while receiving dedicated guidance from one of Bryant’s SURF mentors.