Research Matters

Research is a cornerstone of university learning, but scientific discovery and technology development is demanding of time, money, and resources. It requires substantial support, from both private industry and state allocations. Citizens are sometimes skeptical about how efficiently their tax dollars are spent when it is put towards research. Some students even feel that research dominates the time of their professors. When the benefits of research are not always readily apparent, it can be difficult to know whether the resources expended on it provide a positive return on investment.
          

Research Matters addresses these issues. We seek to bridge the gap between those that conduct research at USU and those who's money and resources support it. Research Matters provides a new method of accountability to show that supporting research is a smart move for contributors of all levels. By fostering a better public understanding of the benefits of research, this report documents that USU research has positive impacts on students and faculty, Cache Valley, the State of Utah, and the world.
             

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