The aim of the Universidad de las Américas Puebla research centers is to bring the individual closer to society and to close the gap between academic life and the sustainable economy of the community. Scientific production at the UDLA is deemed as extremely important, proof of which is that the UDLA has over 150 registered researchers, the majority of whom belong to the National System of Researchers (SNI, initials in Spanish).

Center for Quality of Life Studies (CECAVI)
The CECAVI conducts, promotes and disseminates theoretical and applied research in the areas of quality of life, education, psychology, communication, economics, sociology and anthropology.

Center for Research on Information Technologies and Automation (CENTIA)
The CENTIA conducts its research in the areas of computer technology and automation processes.

Center for Research on Physics and Applied Mathematics (CIFMA)
The CIFMA solves scientific and technological problems: operations research, mathematical optimization, algebra and optics, by means of interdisciplinary research projects that meet international requirements for higher education.

Center for Biological Chemical Research (CIQB)
The aim of the CIBQ is to consolidate its areas of research and technological development by establishing links so that it may identify opportunities in research and technological development in the industrial, health and agriculturefood sectors. Center for Research on Economy and Public Policy (CIEPP) The CIEPP analyzes public policy and economic development, with special emphasis on Mexico.