Research

"Our mission is to move the cutting edge of research forward."

Robert A. Buhrman, Senior Vice Provost for Research

The strategic plan for research at Cornell can be summed up simply: Be the best at what we undertake to do. The research enterprise supports university research priorities: the New Life Sciences; cross-college collaborations; and enabling research areas--computing and information sciences, genomics, advanced materials, and nanoscience. We build on our strengths when creating programs, recruiting faculty, purchasing equipment, and supporting interdisciplinary programs. Cornell research is committed to knowledge transfer and engages in technology transfer and economic development activities that benefit local, regional, national, and international constituents.

Research News

Fresh Ideas on Renewable Energy

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Cornell researchers are looking for ways to harvest energy without harming the earth. From the Biofuels Research Laboratory to the KAUST-CU Center, Cornell research paves the way for alternative energy sources to become mainstream. Cornell experts are recognized nationally for their contributions. Video

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Research Gateways

scientist with equipmentThe Life Sciences webpage serves as a portal for news and events; academic programs; research endeavors; and facilities, labs, and partner organizations.

Research Centers, Institutes, Labs and Programs
More than 100 interdisciplinary research centers flourish at Cornell
Life Sciences at Cornell
Links to academic programs, research, events, and collaborations in the multi-disciplinary initiative
CALS Research Portal
Information about researchers, grants, projects, events, and facilities in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Engineering Research Portal
Information about research, events and partnership opportunities in the College of Engineering
Office of Postdoctoral Studies
Programs and services for the postdoc community at Cornell
Undergraduate Research
Resources, advice, and organizations for undergraduate researchers at Cornell

Corporate Gateways

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Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise, and Commercialization
Orchestrates the technology transfer process and manages invention disclosures, patents, trademarks, copyrights, and licenses
Office of Economic Development
Provides a web clearinghouse for economic development initiatives and resources; partner in Cornell's EDA University Center
Office of Technology Development, Weill Cornell Medical College
Performs the technology transfer activities of the Weill Medical College
Office of University Corporate Relations
Assists corporations to connect with Cornell faculty, departments, and programs
Small Business Development Guide 2009 (PDF)
Directory of more than 100 small businesses illustrates how technology transfer supports business development in the region

The Research Division

Office of the Vice Provost for Research
Shapes Cornell's research agenda, coordinates large-scale research activity, and negotiates with external sponsors
Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise, and Commercialization
Manages intellectual property, licenses technology, and promotes economic development
Office of Sponsored Programs
Administers sponsored programs, helps prepare grant proposals, and negotiates awards
Center for Animal Resources and Education
Ensures animal welfare and facilitates research and teaching; provides animal care and vet services
Office of Research Integrity and Assurance
Manages Cornell's research compliance programs, supports IRB, IACUC, and IBC committees
Research Administration Information Services
Provides administrative, technical, and training support for research IT systems

Publications

Connecting with Cornell and Annual Report
Cornell research highlights and annual statistics, published by the Office of the Vice Provost for Research
Cornell Chronicle
Daily news from Cornell University
CALS News
Research updates from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Cornell Engineering Magazine
Research activities of the College of Engineering
Human Ecology Magazine
Research news from the College of Human Ecology
The Research Paper
Student publication featuring undergrad researchers
Cornell Alumni Magazine
Features high-impact research news

Contact

Office of the Vice Provost for Research

222 Day Hall, Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853
(607) 255-7200
email: vp_research@cornell.edu