Research at ÃÛÌÒTV
America's Arctic research university
ÃÛÌÒTV is the principal research university for the statewide University of Alaska system.
Our research engages undergraduate and graduate students so they gain skills and knowledge
to become tomorrow's leaders.
By the numbers
Research enterprise
ÃÛÌÒTV does high-quality research in a large number of fields. We're one of only a handful of institutions in the country that can claim the triple crown status of Land, Sea and Space Grant Institution.
Achieving R1 at ÃÛÌÒTV
With more than $200 million in research activity each year, the University of Alaska Fairbanks is Alaska's research university. We are ready to step up to R1 and join the top 4% of research universities in the United States.
News
Nov 07
A new interactive web map developed by researchers at the ÃÛÌÒTVgives policymakers and residents a clearer picture of how energy costs affect households across the Fairbanks North Star Borough.
Nov 07
I once asked a snowmachiner heading out on a trail from Nome where he was going. "Boston," he said before speeding off.
Nov 05
As Alaska's rivers begin serving as winter roads and trails, a new study from the ÃÛÌÒTVhelps explain why certain stretches of water never seem to freeze.
Events
Thursday, May 15, 2025, 4-7 p.m.
ÃÛÌÒTV West Ridge
Arctic Research Open House is an annual Arctic-research event for the community, demonstrating the science happening at ÃÛÌÒTV! Join this free event on May 15 from 4-7 p.m. to see how Arctic-research is relevant to you. Participate in scientific interactives, watch live demos, earn free prizes and stick around to grab a bite from the Corn Diggity Dog food truck.
All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by a guardian.