Research Vision and Mission

Michigan State University conducts world-class research, which has been recognized by the American Association of Universities, since 1961. As a land-grant institution, MSU is committed to creating, applying, and disseminating knowledge to the people of Michigan, the United States, and the world. Therefore, research conducted by the MSU College of Human Medicine physicians, scientists, and mentored-students is essential for making discoveries, using proven results in practical environments, and sharing evidence-based results through peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations. Research informs and transforms both our teaching and clinical environments.

Through research, College of Human Medicine physicians and scientists endeavor to find solutions to prevent, control, and treat diseases; and to promote physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Clinical research that can be practically applied, and foundational science research that discovers components and mechanisms of human biology and disease, are integrated throughout the College and University via its collaboration-promoting environment.

As a community-based, inclusive medical school, the College of Human Medicine has the privilege of providing evidenced-based knowledge to campuses throughout the State.

Research Office Responsibilities

Led by Dr. Nara Parameswaran, the office coordinates research activities within the College of Human Medicine’s departments and divisions. It also manages collaborative research relationships with the MSU Office of the Vice President for Research, other university colleges, and a range of external partners.

The functions of the Office of Research are:

  • Execute the vision for research set forth by the college and university strategic plan
  • Determine priorities for investment to grow the college’s research portfolio in partnership with the chairs
  • Partner with chairs to recruit and retain research faculty and research leaders across all campuses and assist in their startup provisions
  • Work with Research Faculty issues to minimize barriers across all eight community campuses
  • Oversee and support medical student research team matching students seeking research experience with faculty mentors
  • Oversee and support Research Development (including grant writing development and leadership development) and research-related leadership development.
  • Oversee and support Research Administration services (pre- and post-award) through the Health Colleges Research Services (HCRS) team for CHM, CON, and COM.
  • Coordinate research space assignment and analysis.
  • Review and prioritize "limited submission" grant proposals and bridge funding requests to submit to the Office for Vice President for Research & Innovation.
  • Develop and oversee Research Analytics to support data informed decision making for research investments and research development.
  • Resolve conflicts, manage compliance, and ensure integrity in action across the college’s research endeavors Research operations.
  • Serve as the key contact for college-level research related issues across the university including the Office of the Research and Innovation, the university and college budget offices, and other colleges.
  • Serve as key college-level contact for all issues related to grant funding agencies including state and federal agencies and for working with university officials on all compliance issues, research misconduct issues.
  • Collaborate and support existing external partnerships.
  • Build new external partnerships including philanthropy work with CHM advancement team.
  • Partner with government and external relations for research advocacy.
  • Participate in national leadership

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