Research
we push the boundaries of aerospace engineering
The Department of Aerospace Engineering has world-renowned research centers, a rich and dynamic undergraduate and graduate curricula spanning fundamental and contemporary aerospace topics, and an esteemed faculty at the forefront of the field.
Research at Michigan impacts every area of flight, focusing on aerodynamics and propulsion; autonomous systems and control; structures and materials; space systems, and computation. Our approach to research is often multidisciplinary, and research groups work with colleagues from across Michigan Engineering, such as Robotics, CLaSP and EECS.
Research Areas
Aerospace engineering at U-M tackles the fundamental areas that drive advances in aircraft and spacecraft.
Shared Facilities
Students and faculty use research environments to meet any project need for design, development and implementation.
Multidisciplinary Centers
Engaging the range of expertise at Michigan Engineering allows researchers to better answer complex problems.
Research Opportunities for Students
There are multiple ways to get involved in research, and students can pursue whatever combination fits them best.
MICHIGAN AEROSPACE NEWS
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Michigan Aerospace Stands Out at the 2025 AIAA SciTech Conference
Over 30 students and faculty make their mark at annual conference
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Two U-M Students Named Aviation Week Network’s 20 Twenties Winners of 2025
Michigan Aerospace’s Elijah Simpson and IOE’s Sinan Abdulhak announced as winners of 2025 class
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An ‘AI Scientist’ Could be the Next Step Towards Hypersonics Research
Professors Venkat Raman and Alex Gorodetsky receive DURIP grant for new University of Michigan supercomputer
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Ilya Kolmanovsky Awarded the AIAA Mechanics and Control of Flight Award at AIAA’s Annual SciTech Exposition
Aerospace Professor recognized for contributions towards predictive control algorithms
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U-M Student Team Designs Lunar Cargo Robot for NASA’s BIG Idea Challenge
For the first time, an all U-M team competes in NASA challenge to benefit future Artemis missions
PURSUE YOUR AEROSPACE INTERESTS
We provide a vibrant environment of intellectual challenge and excitement that is at the same time collegial and conducive to higher learning.
