Research Growth and Strategic Initiatives
The Office of Research and Innovation leads a range of programs and initiatives to promote strategic growth of UC San Diego's high-impact research portfolio, enabling a collaborative culture of scholarship and discovery that extends the frontiers of knowledge and improves lives.
Funding Programs
Supporting interdisciplinary projects that reflect UC San Diego's bold research priorities.
Chancellor's Interdisciplinary Team Catalyst Award
A two-year award supporting early-stage, multidisciplinary teams as they build, plan, and position for external funding.
Strategic Convene and Influence Award
Funds events and initiatives that spark interdisciplinary dialogue, define research priorities, and inform practice or policy.
Events & Workshops
We strengthen UC San Diego's research ecosystem by connecting investigators with strategic partners, funders, and leadership opportunities.
