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Research News

At Dickinson, discovery is a shared journey.

Here, you won’t just learn from professors—you’ll partner with them to push the boundaries of knowledge.

Our students and faculty collaborate closely on cutting-edge research that spans the arts and sciences—from unraveling the evolution of poetry to exploring how daisies might hold the key to curing cancer. Whether it culminates in a compelling presentation, a published paper or a captivating artistic performance, each project offers a glimpse into the future, fueled by creativity and innovation.

Dive into some of the most exciting and recent research endeavors happening right now at Dickinson. These highlights showcase the bold ideas and groundbreaking work that define our vibrant academic community.


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Making the Decision to Do Something Is Not the Same as Doing It

Making the Decision to Do Something Is Not the Same as Doing It

Professor of Psychology Marie Helweg-Larsen discusses free-range parenting, optimistic bias and why people act (often inexplicably) the way they do.

Dickinson Launches Lab Focused on AI Research

Dickinson Launches Lab Focused on AI Research

Dickinson launches a research initiative that gives students hands-on opportunities to investigate large language models and deep neural networks.

Dickinson Researchers Bring Timber Rattlesnakes to a Screen Near You

Dickinson Researchers Bring Timber Rattlesnakes to a Screen Near You

A new livestream camera is giving the public an unprecedented look at one of Pennsylvania's most misunderstood residents, the timber rattlesnake.

Can a Computer Program Appear to Think Like a Human? (Note the Word

Can a Computer Program Appear to Think Like a Human? (Note the Word 'Appear')

When it comes to examining the question of the day, Professor of Computer Science John MacCormick is in much deeper than most.

Innovation Competition 2026: What Matters to Students Today?

Innovation Competition 2026: What Matters to Students Today?

Dickinson's Innovation Competition returned this spring with eight finalist teams competing across two tracks—Build It and Change It.

Our Resilient Republic

Our Resilient Republic

Professor of History Matt Pinsker discusses his new book and his new Substack and how the lessons of Lincoln's era translate to our own.