Research Funding Lifecycle Support
UChicago Research provides strategic support for your vision – from an ambitious idea to established research programs with meaningful impact.
Whether it’s launching a new research initiative, submitting a funding proposal or developing an early-stage idea, we are your partners during pivotal moments. We leverage the University’s research enterprise to accomplish the visionary research goals. Learn more below about how our office supports research projects from nascent ideas to large, complex research grants.
Explore New Ideas
Several offices within UChicago Research and other units can help you develop your early-stage research ideas.
Find Funding
Develop Your Proposal (RDS)
Find resources and contacts that can help you secure support along the continuum of your project.
Submit Your Proposal (URA pre-award)
University Research Administration formally submits proposals on behalf of the University of Chicago for investigators, research projects, and units within the University.
Manage Your Grant (URA post-award)
University Research Administration (URA) is the campus office with responsibility for reviewing, negotiating, and institutionally accepting awards received from external sponsors.
Commercialize Your Research
Engage with the Polsky Center to find opportunities, programs, and resources to help you commercialize your idea or invention.