Research Centers

The research centers and institutes provide focus on a wide range of research specialties at Oakland University and provide valuable resources and opportunities for faculty and students.

For new or renewal Center or Institute designation, please complete the OU Center or Institute - Application Form  (on the intranet).  More information can be found in the OU Center or Institute - Guidance for Establishing New Centers or Institutes document.

Centers and Institutes

The Automotive Tribology Center
School of Engineering and Computer Science

Center for Autism Research, Education and Support
School of Education and Human Services

Center for Biomedical Research
College of Arts and Sciences

Center for Cybersecurity
School of Engineering and Computer Science, College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, Professional and Continuing Education

Center for Data Science and Big Data Analytics
School of Business Administration, College of Arts and Sciences, School of Engineering and Computer Science

Center for Integrated Business Research and Education
School of Business Administration

Center for Robotics and Advanced Automation
School of Engineering and Computer Science

Chrysler Learning and Innovation Center for Sheet Metal Forming Technology
School of Engineering and Computer Science

Clean Energy Research Center
School of Engineering and Computer Science

Counseling Center
School of Education and Human Services

Eye Research Institute

Fastening and Joining Research Institute (FAJRI)
School of Engineering and Computer Science

Galileo Institute for Teacher Leadership
School of Education and Human Services

The Ken Morris Center for the Study of Labor and Work
School of Education and Human Services

Lowry Center for Early Childhood Education
School of Education and Human Services

Reading Clinic
School of Education and Human Services

SmartZone Business INCubator
The Research Office