Mission

Mission of RIO

The mission of the Research and Innovation Office (RIO) is to foster the involvement of students and faculty in an increasingly broad range of projects impacting the maritime industry and beyond. RIO assists the campus community with applying for and securing external funds in support of research, scholarship, and creative activities. The office provides guidance, information, and technical assistance to faculty engaged in externally funded research, instruction, community service, and other scholarly activity. In accomplishing this mission, RIO ensures accountability, compliance, and stewardship for sponsored programs as directed by the values of our campus and by all applicable Federal, State, and University policies, procedures, and regulations. 

Specifically, RIO:

• Manages and oversees externally-sponsored projects, Campus Centers and Institutes (CCIs), fee-for-service, and other programs.
• Delivers post-award research administration and auditing services to ensure compliance and proper use of funds.
• Provides proposal/contract review, preparation and negotiation for prime awards, subcontracts and other agreements.