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The Association of American Universities’ 71 research universities transform lives through education, research, and innovation.
AAU member universities drive innovation and economic growth.

As of 2024, research done on AAU's campuses have led to more than 4,500 operational startups. Learn more about AAU's value and impact #BytheNumbers: www.aau.edu/newsroom/lea...
January 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Research at AAU member universities creates real-world solutions.

In 2024, AAU members entered into 4,630 technology license agreements — ensuring academic research reaches the marketplace to benefit everyone. Learn more about AAU #BytheNumbers: www.aau.edu/newsroom/lea...
December 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
AAU member universities are home to Nobel Prize-winning scientists. Learn more about AAU #BytheNumbers: www.aau.edu/newsroom/lea...
December 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Both the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation awarded fewer competitive research grants in FY25 than they did on average during the past 10 years. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
December 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
A recent poll found that a majority of Americans oppose increasing the federal government's role in how colleges and universities operate: www.chronicle.com/article/insi...
December 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Sign up for the free Leading Research Universities Report: www.aau.edu/newsroom/new...
November 6, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The United States was the top destination for Nobel laureates in physics, chemistry, and medicine since 2000. www.nature.com/articles/d41...
October 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Read AAU President Barbara R. Snyder's statement on the "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education": www.aau.edu/newsroom/pre...
October 10, 2025 at 7:37 PM
A new study shows that NIH-funded research was behind more than 99% of all drugs approved by the Food and Drug Administration between 2010-19—a powerful reminder of the importance of NIH funding for Americans' health. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
October 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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October 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM
A new report finds that the U.S. economy is facing a "skills shortage crisis in critical occupations" and will need a additional 5.25 million workers with postsecondary education through 2032. cew.georgetown.edu/cew-reports/...
September 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
A coalition of business leaders and entrepreneurs are urging Congress to reject proposed funding cuts to the National Science Foundation, as it is a "cornerstone of U.S. competitiveness," @politico.com reports. subscriber.politicopro.com/f/?id=000001...
September 23, 2025 at 1:54 PM
8/8 AAU is proud to sponsor this award to raise awareness about how curiosity-driven science supported by federal investments yields significant and unexpected breakthroughs. Submit a nominee for next year's award here: www.goldengooseaward.org/nomination
September 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
7/8 The ceremony was followed by a reception in the Library of Congress's Great Hall.
September 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
6/8 After the presentation of the awards, AAU's Barbara R. Snyder and AAAS's Sudip Parikh returned to the stage for a Q&A about the importance of federal research funding.
September 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
5/8 Barnett Rosenberg, Loretta VanCamp, and Thomas Krigas of Michigan State University were recognized for cisplatin, a groundbreaking cancer treatment. www.goldengooseaward.org/01awardees/c...
September 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
4/8 The night's first award went to Joseph Gall, considered the father of modern cell biology. He was posthumously honored for his contributions to improving disease diagnostics and our understanding of aging. www.goldengooseaward.org/01awardees/n...
September 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
3/8 Congressional supporters from both sides of the aisle also gave remarks.
September 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
2/8 @aaas.org CEO Sudip Parikh and AAU President Barbara R. Snyder gave opening remarks. "Pure, curiosity-driven scientific research can yield discoveries that not only advance science, but make our nation healthier, stronger, and more prosperous," said Snyder.
September 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
1/8 The 2025 Golden Goose Award ceremony was celebrated on Tuesday, September 16th. This year's award ceremony honored four scientists, whose research led to advancements in cancer treatment and disease diagnostics. 📷: Linnea Farnsworth Photography
September 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
The Congressional Budget Office estimated that even a 10% reduction in NIH funding for external preclinical research “would ultimately decrease the number of new drugs coming to market by roughly 4.5 percent." www.budget.senate.gov/imo/media/do...
September 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
A new analysis by the American Association for the Advancement of Science shows that, if enacted, President Trump's FY26 budget proposal would devastate science and innovation in the United States. Learn more: www.aaas.org/news/fy-2026...
July 21, 2025 at 7:01 PM
A statement from AAU President Barbara R. Snyder regarding funding levels for NSF and NASA:
July 10, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Amid $18 billion in proposed cuts to medical research, United for Cures is calling on Congress to keep cures coming.

Learn more: unitedforcures.org/
July 7, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Happy fourth of July!

Learn how to find the perfect watermelon for your celebration thanks to an expert at the University of Missouri Extension: showme.missouri.edu/2025/sweeten...
July 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM