We help researchers succeed by connecting them to a range of services and support, from preparing funding proposals and managing funds to conducting ethics reviews and facilitating opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Research Support Services

Our expert team and extended support network delivers seamless service and access to specialized tools and resources for every stage of the research life cycle.

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Check out a high-level overview of all research support available throughout the research project lifecycle or find out which VPRI unit can provide the specific research support you’re looking for.

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PROPOSAL SUBMISSION

Understand the different processes and guidelines that are part of submitting your completed proposal.

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ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE

Learn about the compliance requirements that must be met to access your funding once it has been awarded.

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RESEARCH ACCOUNTS AND MANAGEMENT

How to access and manage your research funds by working with ORS and Research Finance.

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REPORTING TO AGENCY

Obtain assistance to report back to the funding agency on how the funds are being used and the progress of your project.

 

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RESEARCH IMPACT AND KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE

Mobilize new knowledge to generate social, economic, environmental, cultural and health impacts.

Online Tools and Resources

Research and infrastructure management enterprise services (RIMES)

Resource portal for every stage of the research life cycle.


Research Information Systems (RISe)

Submit, manage and track research funding applications online.


UNIWeb

Academic workflow system and a local academic network.


cIRcle

Open-source, digital repository for research and teaching materials.


QReserve

Research facility, equipment and services database.

UBC Subject Librarians

UBC subject librarians offer subject specific library consultations and workshops.


SciVal

Track publication performance/citation impact and identify collaborators.


Data Management Plan (DMP) Assistant

Step-by-step guide to preparing a data management plan.


Dataverse Scholars Portal

Open-source tool to deposit, share, and archive research data.


RefWorks

Web-based citation management program.