Research Leads to Innovation and Advancement
Kennesaw State University research sits at the cutting edge of discovery, innovation, and real-world impact. Among Georgia's largest public universities and one of the nation's top-tier research institutions, KSU is a powerhouse of progress, launching career-ready graduates into a future that demands bold thinking and agile talent.
Our forward-focused academic programs in nursing, education, STEM, financial technology, Al, computer science, and business are designed to meet tomorrow's challenges. Through immersive, hands-on learning and industry-driven opportunities, Kennesaw State University fuels regional growth and national innovation.
- Improving Health, Saving Lives
- Enhancing Human Capability
- Understanding our World
- Leading Innovation Through Creativity
Improving Health, Saving Lives
Combating Georgia’s Opioid Crisis
As Georgia navigates a widespread opioid addiction crisis, researchers in KSU’s Wellstar School of Nursing are training budding nurses to address substance-use disorders.
Read MorePreventing Veteran, First Responder Suicide
KSU’s Center for the Advancement of Military and Emergency Services Research is working collaboratively with the Georgia Department of Veterans Services in an effort aimed at preventing veteran suicide.
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Enhancing Human Capability
Managing Diabetes Without a Prick
Researchers at KSU have developed a ring-like sensor that uses light absorption technology to estimate blood sugar levels. GlucoCheck is a user-friendly alternative to finger pricks, applying artificial intelligence to provide accurate readings in real time.
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Protecting Georgia’s Crops from Wildlife
KSU is creating a low-cost, AI-driven solution that deters destructive wildlife, autonomously protecting peanut fields from nighttime wildlife intrusion and reducing costly crop losses.
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Understanding our World
Using AI to Predict the Next Outbreak
KSU researchers are bringing accessible water-quality information to all, using artificial intelligence to provide bacterial monitoring and help predict potential bacterial outbreaks.
Read MoreRevolutionizing Food Safety
Researchers at KSU are revolutionizing food safety through the design of an electronic nose that can identify pathogens such as salmonella and E. coli.
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