What is Research Development?
The defines the purpose of Research Development offices as supporting the efforts of faculty to secure extramural research funding and initiating and nurturing critical partnerships throughout the institutional research enterprise, among institutions, and with external stakeholders. Research development is often likened to a PRE-, pre-award office. While a Research Administration office provides pre- and post-award services for grants and contracts, a Research Development office works with faculty to find funding opportunities, build teams, catalyze collaborations, and aid in the preparation of a proposal.
The Office of Research Development at 5X社区 is heavily invested in ensuring the success of our faculty engaged in research and scholarly pursuits. Whether you are new to seeking funding for your research or are a seasoned investigator, programming through the Office of Research Development can aid you in identifying potential collaborators, building a research team, and developing the best possible grant application. We work with faculty one-on-one and offer workshops throughout the year. We also sponsor a number of networking activities so that you can meet your colleagues at Kent State and the surrounding region. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can aid you in your research endeavors.