Helmerich Research Center
The Helmerich Research Center (HRC) is a state-of-the-art research, development, testing
and education center located on the OSU-Tulsa campus near downtown Tulsa and is home
to the OSU School of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE).
The Facility
The 123,000-square-foot building can house up to 20 faculty and researchers and 100
graduate students. The research center contains specialized laboratories, a clean
room, an imaging suite, advanced information technology equipment and faculty offices.
In addition, two high-tech seminar rooms, one seating 125 people and another seating
40, are available for research conferences and special seminars. The spacious, central
atrium provides a welcoming environment for researchers and visitors to interact.
An Exceptional Opportunity
The HRC places the OSU College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology in a unique
position to conduct world-class education, research and technology development and
transfer in advanced materials of strategic importance to our nation.
Research Focus
Four research focus areas have been identified for the HRC by industry leaders in and around Tulsa, with MSE as the overall umbrella:
- Materials for Energy Technologies
- Bio-Materials for Medical Technologies
- Advanced Materials for Aerospace
- Materials for Electronics and Control Technologies