Office of Research & Innovation

Where Research Begins

The Office of Research & Innovation is committed to the highest standards of integrity in fulfilling its mission to grow, strengthen, promote, and safeguard Drexel’s research enterprise.

Aleister Saunders

Executive Vice Provost for Research & Innovation
Research & Innovation
215.895.6203 Aleister.J.Saunders@drexel.edu

I am a Researcher, where do I begin?

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Recent Announcements

ORI Upcoming Events
Feb 4, 2026
Join the Office of Research & Innovation for several upcoming events, including training opportunities. informational sessions, and project updates.
Novelution Implementation Update Webinar
Jan 29, 2026
We are excited to share updates on the implementation of Novelution, which will replace COEUS as the Office of Research & Innovation’s central electronic research administration system.
Office of Research & Innovation Winter 2026 Newsletter
Jan 28, 2026
The Office of Research & Innovation Winter 2026 Newsletter is now live on our website! Don’t miss out on important updates on evolving federal requirements, training opportunities, sponsor guidance, and other news from across Drexel’s research enterprise.
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Upcoming Events & Trainings

February 8, 2026 12:00 — 12:00 AM LabArchives Love Data Week 2026
Virtual
February 9, 2026 12:00 — 12:00 AM LabArchives Love Data Week 2026
Virtual
February 10, 2026 12:00 — 12:00 AM LabArchives Love Data Week 2026
Virtual
February 10, 2026 12:00 — 1:00 PM Office of Sponsored Programs Lunch & Learn “How to” Series, Episode 1: Closeout
Zoom
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Quote-gradient The key to our successes has been and will always be the people who are engaged in these noble efforts. Research never stops at Drexel, and it is our amazing community that makes these metrics a reality.
Aleister Saunders, Executive Vice Provost for Research & Innovation
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