Research Snapshot

Whether collaborating on interdisciplinary research or identifying processes to improve literacy or STEM education, Simmons faculty pursue evidence-based solutions that change lives. Our researchers strive to improve teaching through a better understanding of the learning process and the use of innovative instructional technology. Simmons researchers shed light on what can be done better.

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2025 – 26 Year in Review

1.27
(33 / 26)

PhD students per tenure-line professor (incl MSH & WJ)

$12,301,962

Sponsored research and grant expenditures

$512,582
[$12,301,962 / 24 (incl MSH & WJ)]

Research expenditures per tenure-line professor

79%
[19 / 24 (exclu MSH & WJ)]

Tenure-line professors engaged in externally funded research

$13,578,765

Total new funding received

69

Active external projects

$17,246,907

Average annual award total over previous 3 years

38

External funding agencies

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