About the OVCR
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About the OVCR
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR) is located in Woody Hall 350, and is the administrative home for the following units:
- Office of Sponsored Projects Administration (OSPA)
- Office of Research Compliance
- Technology Transfer Program
- Research Support Facilities
The office also works closely with SIU Carbondale's research centers to strengthen research and graduate education. It administers the University's technology transfer program through OSPA and works closely with the Southern Illinois Research Park. It offers matching funds for grants, funds for faculty start ups, support for research equipment and facilities, and funds for faculty professional development.