At the Battelle Center, we’re redefining the role of a university research center by integrating student development with community impact through cutting-edge research. Our projects are designed to provide hands-on learning opportunities for students while directly addressing societal challenges.
Our Work
Driving innovation in the public interest through research and development, collaboration, and experiential learning.
Our Approach
1 Community Impact
Our work targets real-world issues faced by our organizational partners, driving innovation and providing solutions that benefit society.
2 Cutting-edge Research
Our research tackles complex challenges at the intersection of science, technology, and policy. By collaborating with experts across disciplines, we develop forward-thinking solutions that drive progress and inform decision-making for the greater good.
3 Student Development
We use research projects as a platform for students to gain practical skills and experience, preparing them for impactful careers.
Current and Recent Projects
At the Battelle Center, our work is defined by the impact we make through our diverse projects. We prioritize initiatives that address critical challenges and drive innovation across multiple sectors. Here are some of our ongoing and recent projects:
As a cornerstone of our efforts, the GEO-ESCON project addresses the critical need for enhanced geomatics expertise within the U.S. workforce. This initiative, funded by the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), is designed to build capacity in geodesy and geospatial intelligence through education, research, and workforce development. By educating emerging scientists and creating custom courses, we ensure the continued leadership of the U.S. in geomatics.
Supported by NSF, the EmPOWERment Program trains future researchers in energy systems. It provides interdisciplinary skills to develop sustainable energy solutions, bridging the gap between research and practical applications.
Also funded by NSF, the Wicked Science program helps graduate students address complex, interdisciplinary problems. It equips them with diverse tools and perspectives to tackle challenging issues from multiple angles.
Our collaboration with Invenergy, Intel, and Microsoft focuses on developing a talent pipeline for national security missions. We’re identifying and nurturing skills needed for defense and intelligence, ensuring the right talent is prepared for critical roles.
As part of the Public Interest Technology-University Network, our Midwest Hub focuses on advancing public interest technology through collaboration. We bring together academic institutions, industry partners, and government agencies to develop tech solutions that benefit the public.
Our RIPI (Rapid Innovation for Public Impact) projects reflect our dedication to impactful research and development. These initiatives span various fields in order to push the limits of knowledge and innovation to address strategic challenges.
Evaluation of SECURE (Safeguarding the entire community of the U.S. research ecosystem), an NSF-funded center
Development and Administration of a Robust Consortium of Minority-Serving Institutions for the Advancement of AFRL’s Research and Workforce
Synthesizing perspective, insights and advice from industry, public-policy and higher education thought leaders to position the Ohio Innovation Exchange as a valued and sustainable early-stage, resource discovery tool of Ohio’s ecosystem of innovation.