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  • Senior RGS Leadership:
  • Steve Warren
    Vice Provost for Research &
    Graduate Studies
  • George Wilson
    Associate Vice Provost for RGS
  • Joshua Rosenbloom
    Associate Vice Provost for RGS
  • Sara Rosen
    Associate Vice Provost for RGS,
    Dean of Graduate Studies
  • Linda Sadler
    Assistant Vice Provost for RGS,
    Director of Finance
  • Joanne Altieri
    Assistant Vice Provost for RGS, Director of Research Administration

Web Site Feedback Welcome: rgswebs@ku.edu

Research and Graduate Studies launched this new web presence in June.  We listened to our users, who asked us to make forms and policies, contact names, and travel information more prominent.  We also eliminated excess pages, updated all content, and improved the navigation.  Your feedback about any aspect of the new site is welcome, especially if you encounter a snag, can’t locate something, or have suggestions for further improvement. E-mail us at rgswebs@ku.edu.



Office of Research and Graduate Studies

The mission of the Office of Research and Graduate Studies (RGS) is "To facilitate the discovery, application, and dissemination of knowledge." To accomplish that mission, RGS advocates for research and graduate education, oversees graduate programs and the graduate student application process, implements research integrity requirements, and, through the KU Center for Research (KUCR), manages the administration of research grants and contracts. RGS also has oversight of activities related to technology commercialization and business and industry outreach.

Nine University Research Centers and Institutes on KU's Lawrence Campus relate to RGS, along with three Affiliated Centers, two Core Service Labs, and the Kansas Biological Survey and Kansas Geological Survey.

KU Center for Research, Inc.

The KU Center for Research, Inc. (KUCR) is a not-for-profit research foundation that operates for the benefit of the university under the administrative jurisdiction of RGS.  It was incorporated in 1962 to develop and administer sponsored programs in engineering and related interdisciplinary areas at KU.  Effective July 1, 1997, KUCR's services expanded to encompass all sponsored programs conducted throughout the Lawrence campus.

KUCR is the entity responsible for submitting all proposals for external support of research, instructional and service projects.   In addition, KUCR helps research investigators by negotiating contracts, providing proposal and post-award services, administering compliance oversight, managing and constructing research facilities, and handling financial services, including investment of corporation resources.

I want to…
Travel

Begin by reviewing basic travel-related information. Make your own travel arrangements, and obtain a cash advance if needed for estimated out-of-pocket expenses. Once you return, you apply for reimbursement of legitimate and allowable expenses. More information is available at Forms Travel Category.

Find Funding

Updated information on a variety of current funding opportunities is available on-line.

Submit a Proposal

All proposals for research funding are submitted through Proposal Services.

Hire People

Financial Services — Compensation & Appointments assists research units with the recruitment and hiring of grant-funded personnel, such as students, faculty and professional staff. Staff review recruitment plans, position descriptions and position announcements, and serve as a liaison with KU’s Department of Human Resources and Equal Opportunity.

Make Purchases

Each department and research center at KU has an authorized agent who works with KUCR Financial Services to purchase goods and services from approved vendors. Contact your authorized agent to begin the purchasing process.

Become a PI

The Principal Investigator (PI) is responsible for the scope, fiscal affairs, and administration of a sponsored project. The policy and form for obtaining this status are on-line.

About People The Grant Process Forms and Policies Graduate Studies KUCTC

Web Site Feedback Welcome: rgswebs@ku.edu

Research and Graduate Studies launched this new web presence in June.  We listened to our users, who asked us to make forms and policies, contact names, and travel information more prominent.  We also eliminated excess pages, updated all content, and improved the navigation.  Your feedback about any aspect of the new site is welcome, especially if you encounter a snag, can’t locate something, or have suggestions for further improvement. E-mail us at rgswebs@ku.edu.



Office of Research and Graduate Studies

The mission of the Office of Research and Graduate Studies (RGS) is "To facilitate the discovery, application, and dissemination of knowledge." To accomplish that mission, RGS advocates for research and graduate education, oversees graduate programs and the graduate student application process, implements research integrity requirements, and, through the KU Center for Research (KUCR), manages the administration of research grants and contracts. RGS also has oversight of activities related to technology commercialization and business and industry outreach.

Nine University Research Centers and Institutes on KU's Lawrence Campus relate to RGS, along with three Affiliated Centers, two Core Service Labs, and the Kansas Biological Survey and Kansas Geological Survey.

KU Center for Research, Inc.

The KU Center for Research, Inc. (KUCR) is a not-for-profit research foundation that operates for the benefit of the university under the administrative jurisdiction of RGS.  It was incorporated in 1962 to develop and administer sponsored programs in engineering and related interdisciplinary areas at KU.  Effective July 1, 1997, KUCR's services expanded to encompass all sponsored programs conducted throughout the Lawrence campus.

KUCR is the entity responsible for submitting all proposals for external support of research, instructional and service projects.   In addition, KUCR helps research investigators by negotiating contracts, providing proposal and post-award services, administering compliance oversight, managing and constructing research facilities, and handling financial services, including investment of corporation resources.

I want to…
Travel

Make your own travel arrangements, and obtain a cash advanceif needed for estimated out-of-pocket expenses. Once you return, you apply for reimbursement of legitimate and allowable expenses. More information is available at Forms Travel Category.

Find Funding

Updated information on a variety of current funding opportunities is available on-line.

Submit a Proposal

All proposals for research funding are submitted through Proposal Services.

Hire People

Financial Services — Compensation & Appointments assists research units with the recruitment and hiring of grant-funded personnel, such as students, faculty and professional staff. Staff review recruitment plans, position descriptions and position announcements, and serve as a liaison with KU’s Department of Human Resources and Equal Opportunity.

Make Purchases

Each department and research center at KU has an authorized agent who works with KUCR Financial Services to purchase goods and services from approved vendors. Contact your authorized agent to begin the purchasing process.

Become a PI

The Principal Investigator (PI) is responsible for the scope, fiscal affairs, and administration of a sponsored project. The policy for obtaining this status and the form to complete are on-line.

About People The Grant Process Forms and Policies Graduate Studies KUCTC
About People The Grant Process Forms and Policies Graduate Studies KUCTC