Research
Advancing fundamental research
Research Divisions at NIFS
NIFS advances fundamental research through six multidisciplinary divisions and a growing network of current focus areas, projects, and staff-led research teams.
Division
Biological Sciences
Advancing the frontiers of fundamental research
10 focus areas20 projects
Division
Chemical and Physical Sciences
Research into matter, materials, energy, and physical phenomena.
6 focus areas0 projects
Division
Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics
Computational, mathematical, and statistical research.
3 focus areas2 projects
Division
Earth and Space Sciences
Research into Earth systems, resources, and space science.
1 focus areas0 projects
Division
Environment Sciences
Research into ecosystems, sustainability, and environmental challenges.
3 focus areas2 projects
Division
Philosophy and Social Sciences
Research connecting science, society, and philosophical inquiry.
0 focus areas0 projects
Realated Pages
Innovation and Technology Transfer
Through collaboration, NIFS works with academics and entrepreneurs to move scientific innovation toward products, services, and wider social benefit.