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Office of Research
Advancing Knowledge, Unlocking Innovation
The Office of Research serves as a central resource for faculty, students and external partners seeking to engage with and contribute to William & Mary’s research. The university's research enterprise is defined by its collaborative emphasis, strategic focus, and commitment to addressing pressing challenges in the world.
Resources
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Research Lifecycle
The Office of Research supports the W&M community through all phases of sponsored activity. Explore opportunities to sustain research excellence at every stage, from idea development and funding strategy to discovery, dissemination and award closeout.
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Policies for Researchers
Access a centralized repository of institutional research policies. Find guidance on conflicts of interest, human and animal subjects protections, export controls, research misconduct, and intellectual property to support consistent, compliant research practices.
Research Impact by the Numbers
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$ 94.6 millionResearch & Development ExpendituresFiscal Year 2024
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4,654Peer-reviewed PublicationsPublished 2021-2025
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627Research Funding ProposalsFiscal Year 2025
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70Research Ph.D.s Graduated3-Year Average
Units in the Office of Research
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AidData
Leading international development research lab connecting decision-makers and researchers with shared interest in data.
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Applied Research Center
Provides equipment access and other technical support for studies in science and engineering across the university.
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Applied Research & Innovation Initiative
An externally funded program that aims to seed and scale multi-disciplinary applied research across the university.
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Center for Archaeological Research
Provides cultural resource management, consulting and research services, and applied educational opportunities.
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Center for Conservation Biology
Conducts research to create or improve environmental policy, inform management decisions, educate the public and more.
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Cybersecurity Center
Facilitates innovation in cybersecurity research and cross-unit curriculum, teaching and programming.
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Entrepreneurship Hub
Empowers students to turn ideas into action through mentoring, resources and interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Global Research Institute
Advances innovative, student-led research on pressing global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Institute for Integrative Conservation
Brings together students, faculty and partners to develop solutions that advance global biodiversity and sustainability.
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Office of Sponsored Programs
Serves the research mission of the university by assisting faculty in the application for and management of external awards.
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Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture
An independent research organization sponsored by William & Mary which promotes research on Early American history and culture.
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Research Innovation & Commercialization Office
Serves the public by moving results of W&M research into societal use.
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Virginia Coastal Resilience Collaborative
Advances research and partnerships to strengthen coastal resilience across Virginia's communities and ecosystems.
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Whole of Government Center of Excellence
Links academic insight with federal partners to tackle complex national challenges.
Contact Information
Under the leadership of Dr. Alyson G. Wilson, William & Mary is advancing its commitment to excellence in research, scholarship and innovation. For inquiries, collaboration opportunities or assistance, please reach out using the contact information below.
Office of Research
Contact Us
- Email: [[mraven01]]