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.

Recent Announcements

Office of Research & Innovation Spring 2026 Newsletter
The Office of Research & Innovation Spring 2026 Newsletter is now live! This issue features key updates, compliance resources, and important developments shaping Drexel’s research ecosystem.
Message from the Office of the Comptroller and Office of Research and Innovation
NIH recently issued NOT OD 26 072, which has generated questions about whether NIH indirect cost rules have changed again—and whether this creates an adverse impact for Drexel investigators. To support the community in navigating these updates, we’ve developed an FAQ to help address common questions and offer further clarification.
OSP Lunch & Learn "How-To" Series: Episode 3 – Subawards: Start to Finish
We’re excited to announce the next session in Season 3 of the Office of Sponsored Programs’ Lunch & Learn "How-To" Series. Join us on Tuesday, April 14, from 12–1 PM for Episode 3, “Subawards: Start to Finish.”

Upcoming Events & Trainings

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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