About Louisiana State University

At LSU, Louisiana’s flagship institution, the research we perform is not only our duty, it’s what drives us. From cancer and diabetes to coastal sustainability, energy, and agriculture, we improve the lives of our neighbors and loved ones every day. As a top research university, in the past year alone, LSU achieved $488 million in research activity across its eight campuses to advance Louisiana and the world. This achievement generated $1.3 billion in economic impact for Louisiana.