The University of Wisconsin–Madison is a research powerhouse fueling life-changing discoveries. Federal investment in that research is essential for it to continue.
Last year, overall research expenditures at UW–Madison topped $1.7 billion, the sixth-highest in the nation. That ranking is more than just a number: it is an indicator that Wisconsin researchers are solving some of the world’s most pressing problems and fostering economic prosperity throughout the state and the country.
Recent federal proposals are threatening the integrity and breadth of that work.
UW–Madison needs your help for this research to continue.
UW–Madison’s Federal Research at a Glance
- $1.7 billion in research expenditures in 2024
- 12th greatest source of patents among U.S. universities
- 400+ start-ups formed from UW–Madison research
UW–Madison is regularly sharing updates on the impact of varying proposals and communicating with those on campus who may be impacted.
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is also sharing information with alumni and friends. Sign up to be a member of the Advocacy Coalition and receive a monthly update on state and federal issues impacting UW–Madison.
UW–Madison in the News: Examples of Impact
Local, state, and national media outlets have been covering the impact of changes on significant projects at UW–Madison, including groundbreaking research on life-saving treatments.
UW–Madison young scientists’ careers in upheaval as Trump slows research funding (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
Trump administration cuts funding for UW–Madison teacher training program at MPS (Wisconsin Public Radio)
“It’s gut-wrenching”: life-saving neurological research on line with NIH funding cuts, UW leaders say (Channel 3000)
Wisconsin federal ag workers feeling whiplash after mass firings, apparent call-backs (Wisconsin State Journal)
UW–Madison might admit fewer grad students but affirms support for current researchers (Wisconsin State Journal)
Musk, Trump threats to NOAA could harm Wisconsin’s Great Lakes (Wisconsin Examiner)
Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA) sees a funding freeze — cheesemakers respond (Mid-West Farm Report)
Concerns raised over potential cuts to federal fish, wildlife, and co-op programs in Wisconsin (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
Trump administration again slashes funding for Obamacare program that helps Wisconsinites find health coverage (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
Dr. Robert Golden on NIH funding and medical researcher at UW (PBS Wisconsin)
