The University of Iowa is one of the nation’s premier public research universities.

The Office of the Vice President for Research provides resources and support to researchers, scholars, and creators to forge new frontiers of discovery. Through strategic initiatives, administrative and compliance infrastructure, and core facilities, we facilitate a thriving campus culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation. 

Writing for the Public Good

Celebrating authors

Supporting undergrads

Translating discoveries

UI scholars, researchers, and artists have realized remarkable achievements that have established the University of Iowa as a national leader in areas such as space physics, educational testing, creative writing, and health care. 

 

Students interacting in a laboratory

1 in 3

undergraduates participate in research at the University of Iowa
Dancers frozen mid motion

$534M

in FY25 research funding
Researcher adjusting a telescope

2,300 +

Active sponsored research projects

Featured Events

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Fall Undergraduate Research Festival

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 3:30pm to 6:00pm
University Capitol Centre
Join us to view undergraduate research posters in 2nd floor UCC!
OVPR Large Grant Development Opportunity Networking Session: Writing & Communication promotional image

OVPR Large Grant Development Opportunity Networking Session: Writing & Communication

Friday, November 21, 2025 10:00am to 12:00pm
University Capitol Centre

The Office of the Vice President for Research invites applications for funding to support development of large interdisciplinary grant proposals, including: building interdisciplinary research teams, conducting pilot research, and finalizing grant submissions.

Grants will be awarded in three phases. Teams can secure up to $310,000 across all phases. Apply by Jan. 31, 2026. See the webpage for additional information.

Attend a Networking Event

The Research Development Office is available to assist...

Planning and Writing Successful Grant Proposals in the Creative Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities Seminar promotional image

Planning and Writing Successful Grant Proposals in the Creative Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities Seminar

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 8:30am to 12:30pm
111 Church Street

This seminar will cover fundamental concepts of proposal planning and writing for the Arts and Humanities faculty backed by concrete tips and operational strategies that support planning and longer-term sustainability.

Planning and Writing Successful Grant Proposals in the Creative Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities Seminar

The Research Development Office is hosting an in person grant writing seminar, Planning and Writing Successful Grant Proposals in the Creative Arts, Social Sciences, and...

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