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We strive for excellence in research by coordinating activities within the School of Medicine with those of the UC Irvine Office of Research to ensure our investigators operate in an arena where they have access to the latest technologies. We provide strong administrative support for our faculty members as they seek funding from federal agencies, industry, foundations and private philanthropy.

We also provide our investigators with key facilities to support their research and offer support for clinical trials through the Center for Clinical Research, Stern Center for Cancer Clinical Trials, and theĀ Alpha Stem Cell Clinic.

Research Support & Development

The Research Development Unit (RDU) designs and implements services and other resources to help investigators succeed in obtaining and maintaining extramural funding. This includes directing researchers to appropriate funding opportunities and support throughout the entire proposal development process.

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Research Support Services

Research Support Services (RSS) provides administrative support to faculty in the preparation and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, local government, foreign, non-profit and industry sponsors. RSS also provides assigned pre-award support for the majority of School of Medicine departments along with post-award compliance, oversight and case-by-case training for all School of Medicine departments. The RSS website is coming soon. If you have questions or need research proposal support, please email somproposalreqs@hs.uci.edu.

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Clinical Trials

Clinical trials are a key component of the translational research that seeks to produce positive findings that directly benefit human health and translate them quickly and efficiently into practice in the community. Support for clinical trials is offered through a variety of sources at UC Irvine School of Medicine based on the type of trial being conducted.

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Our mission is to provide support and assistance in all areas of research administration.

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Diego Pizzagalli presents at the 2025 Faculty Research Retreat

Research Outreach

The School of Medicine Office of Research hosts event series, programs and newsletters to promote collaboration, community and innovation among our basic science and clinical researchers.

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Policies & Guidelines

All research-related activities conducted at the UC Irvine School of Medicine must adhere to our policies and guidelines.

Research activities conducted at the UC Irvine School of Medicine enhance the health of our communities, creating a brighter future for everyone. Your contribution will help ensure we can continue our vital work.

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