DSU Research Day
DSU Research Day 2026: From Insight to Impact
Event Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Location: Delaware State University Campus
Delaware State University invites you to Research Day 2026, our annual celebration of innovation, discovery, and the scholars who are shaping tomorrow. This year’s theme, “From Insight to Impact,” highlights how knowledge moves beyond ideas to create real-world change.
At DSU, research is where curiosity meets purpose. Join us as we:
- Showcase the Power of Discovery happening across our campus.
- Highlight where ideas meet action and research drives meaningful change.
- Connect knowledge, communities, and tomorrow’s solutions through interdisciplinary collaboration.
Research Day is a university-wide showcase featuring student and faculty work across all academic disciplines. This signature event is proudly sponsored by:
- School of Graduate, Adult & Extended Studies
- Office of Undergraduate Research, Experiential Learning & Honors (URELAH)
- Faculty Research Committee
- Graduate Student Association
The event is free and open to all DSU students, faculty, staff, and community members.
2026 Research Day Impact Tracks
All submissions will be categorized into one of the following “From Insight to Impact” tracks:
- Tech & Transformation
AI, data science, cybersecurity, emerging technologies, innovation, and more. - Health & Human Resilience
Biomedical sciences, mental health, social sciences, equity research, and human development. - Sustainable Futures
Climate science, agriculture, energy systems, environmental research, and sustainability. - Creative & Cultural Impact
Arts, humanities, communication, cultural studies, education, and creative scholarship. - Community & Global Engagement
Policy, justice, economics, leadership, public service, and international impact.
Key Dates
| Requirement | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Registration (all presenters) | March 24, 2026 |
| Poster submissions (UG & Graduate students) | March 24, 2026 |
| Abstract submissions (posters & oral presentations) | March 24, 2026 |
Late submissions will not be accepted.
Presentation Guidelines
- Poster Presentations
Undergraduate, Graduate, and Honors students must submit both their poster and abstract by the registration deadline. - Oral Presentations
Undergraduate, Graduate, and Honors students must submit their abstract at the time of registration to be considered for an oral presentation slot. - Exhibits & Showcase Presentations
Undergraduate, Graduate, and Honors students must submit a brief project description when registering.
Abstract Guidelines
Guidelines for Submitting Abstracts for Oral and Poster Presentations:
Abstracts should be 350 words or less, typed, and single-spaced with 10-point font using Times New Roman. The title should be bold with all major words in the title capitalized. Do not use full capitalization for all words. Allow one single space following the title and list the author(s) names, followed by faculty advisor(s) name and department affiliation, university name, city, state, and zip code.
Your abstract should include:
- Introductory Statement
- Purpose or Problem Statement
- Methodology, Procedure, or Approach
- Major Results or Findings
- Conclusion
If your activity was funded then please acknowledge your funders at the end of the abstract. This will not be considered a part of the 350 word limit. Skip one line following the conclusion of the abstract, begin with Funder Acknowledgement(s).
Funder Acknowledgement Example: This study was supported in part by the MBRS RISE Program at DSU funded by NIGMS and by DSU Department of Biological Sciences.
Abstract submissions should follow formatting instructions. It is an expectation that all abstracts will appear in the program booklet as submitted and therefore should be error free and will not be revised.
Abstracts should include the following information at the bottom of the page:
- Names, email addresses and telephone numbers for author(s) and research advisor(s)
- Presentation format: Oral or Poster
- Program area:
- Agro-Sciences
- Arts and Humanities
- Behavioral and Social Sciences
- Biological Sciences
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Education
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physical Sciences and Engineering
- Business Management and Human Services
Abstracts for the DSU Research Day must be received by close of business on March 24, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Please note: If you are presenting with a team, only one participant will need to submit the abstract. All other team members must register for the event without submitting the abstract.
Poster Presentation Guidelines
Please send the final electronic version of your presentation, in Power Point format through registration. We will not alter or change it for you after submission. Poster presentations must be received before or by the close of business on March 24, 2026. Presentations submitted after this date will not be accepted.
Oral Presentation Guidelines
Oral Presentations can consist of case studies, projects, papers, completed or in-progress research, research proposals, capstones etc.
All Oral Presenters will have 10 minutes to present and 2 minutes for questions and answers. There will be a moderator in each room to help presenters stay on course with the timeliness of the presentations.
If you are presenting with a team, only one participant will need to submit the abstract. All other team members must register for the event without submitting the abstract.
Late abstract submissions will not be accepted.