Research at West Point

The U.S. Military Academy (USMA) aims to develop agile, critical-thinking leaders of character through research focused on real problems facing the Army and the nation.

Research at West Point

The U.S. Military Academy (USMA) aims to develop agile, critical-thinking leaders of character through research focused on real problems facing the Army and the nation.

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Developing Leaders of Character Through Research

Research is a strength of the U.S. Military Academy (USMA) at West Point. It develops cadets by providing context to the classroom and is central to the USMA's vibrant and professional faculty. West Point cadets are driven, its faculty are world-class, and the Army applies that combination to its most difficult problems. Cadets are involved in all of the research conducted at West Point - keeping in mind the USMA's mission to "build, educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets to be commissioned leaders of character committed to the Army values and ready for a lifetime of service to the Army and Nation."

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Tackling Complex Problems: For the Nation and the World

USMA is the intellectual center of the Army. West Point contains the facilities, innovative thinkers, and collaborative spirit to address some of the biggest challenges facing the Army and nation.

Engineering

From robotics to space and high-altitude research to environmental engineering, USMA runs several engineering-focused research centers and institutes that engage in research designed to aid the warfighter and in national defense.

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Humanities, Social Sciences, and Law

USMA's contribution to research is not limited to STEM. USMA hosts several centers and institutes that leverage research from the social sciences, humanities, and law to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing Army and defense leaders.

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Cyber and Simulation

USMA is innovating in the realm of cyber and simulation research, leveraging state-of-the-art facilities and talented scholars who are bridging the gap between theory and practical application on cutting edge projects in support of national security.

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Mathematical and Physical Sciences

USMA’s physical science and mathematics programs spearhead a number of impactful research initiatives engaging not only cadets, but scholars and practitioners from across academia, the government, and private industry.

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"At West Point, we believe that experiential learning is key to developing the leaders of tomorrow. By providing our cadets with hands-on experiences, we prepare them to excel in complex and unpredictable environments and to lead with confidence, competence, and character."

- BG Shane Reeves, 15th Dean of the Academic Board

The Human and the Machine: Leadership on the Emerging Battlefield

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Undergraduate Research at West Point

At USMA, cadets work with dedicated faculty on cutting-edge research in support of real-world problems across various disciplines, all while maintaining a focus on becoming leaders of character.

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Impactful Partnerships

West Point brings together cadets, faculty, and research partners from government, academia, and industry in an environment that deliberately fosters collaboration, integration, and synchronization of ideas to address the Army’s and nation’s challenges.

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Supporting Excellence

West Point provides a number of resources to support cadets and faculty in planning, conducting, and publishing their innovative and impactful research.

Research Facilities and Capabilities

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