University Of Michigan Office Of The Vice President For Research

The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) works with internal and external partners to catalyze, support and safeguard research and scholarship across the University of Michigan. Widely regarded as one of the world’s leading research universities, the University of Michigan fosters collaboration among faculty, staff, students and external partners so that, together, they can utilize their collective experience and expertise to positively impact society. With annual research volume that exceeds $1.86 billion, research, scholarship and creative practice are central to the University of Michigan’s mission and permeate across disciplines.