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Research in Action

At Case Western Reserve University, our researchers solve complex problems and expand understanding across fields—from healthcare to humanities, engineering to entrepreneurship, policy to polymers and more.

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Driving Impact

The Office of Research and Technology Management is here to help throughout every step of the research lifecycle.

Funding and Proposals

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Awards and Agreements

Find assistance with all aspects of post-award management.
Compliance and Integrity

Stay compliant with federal, state and local regulations across your research endeavors.
Training

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Innovation and Industry

Bring your discovery to market through intellectual property services and connections to industry partners.
Resources and Facilities

Learn about the university’s extensive laboratory spaces, equipment and more.

A Culture of Curiosity

Radhika Atit hopes her lab’s work in basic developmental biology can inform therapies for craniofacial birth defects and fracture healing. Atit has built a culture of team science, supported by hardworking students, CWRU experts and external collaborators.

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Key Initiatives

In the Office of Research and Technology Management, we are dedicated to advancing our community’s work. Get to know a few of our major initiatives:

Michael Oakes, Senior Vice President for Research

Case Western Reserve’s researchers share common goals: Solve problems, break boundaries, and make a positive impact on our world.

Michael Oakes, Senior Vice President for Research

Research That Counts

#19
in the world for contributions to innovation*
#13
in the country for commercialization of research**
270+
recent industry partners
1,110
full-time faculty members
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Want to help advance Case Western Reserve University’s research mission? Your support can make a major difference—whether you partner with us or make a gift toward our work.

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*Nature Index
** Brookings Institution