Research, the heart of graduate study, is conducted by groups of students and postdoctoral research associates under the direction of individual faculty. During the first semester of study, graduate students are encouraged to join one of these research groups and begin their thesis research. Research groups vary widely in size and organization, but all are characterized by close interaction and exchange of ideas between faculty and students. Faculty devote substantial time to their students not only as advisors but as active collaborators in research.

For more detailed information of specific areas of interest, consult the individual faculty research descriptions.