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Simon J. Atkinson

Vice Chancellor for Research

This month, on April 18, we will be hosting our annual Research Expo and I hope to see you there. Please find the details and registration link below. I look forward to meeting many of you and learning about the opportunities you see and challenges you face.

In May, we will move office locations. In order to reduce costs aligned with our hybrid work model and to increase in-person meeting accessibility, we will be moving our office back on to the main campus on the fourth floor of Mrak.

We also expect to launch an improved website this May and look forward to receiving your feedback on the changes.

UC Multicampus Research Programs and Initiatives: RFP Now Available

The MRPI opportunity is open to UC faculty and researchers in any field of research and scholarship. Proposals require collaboration among at least three UC campuses to pursue pioneering research in thematic, multidisciplinary, or inter-disciplinary areas.

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UC Noyce Initiative 2024 Quantum Information Science Call for Applications

The UC Noyce Initiative issued a call for applications to support multi-campus collaborative research focused on advancing quantum technologies (hardware, algorithms and sensors) with awards up to $800,000 over a two-year duration.

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Request for Information: CSU/UC Partnership

The Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR), posted a Request For Information (RFI) to gather insights, ideas, and recommendations from UC and CSU staff, faculty, and researchers on how to strengthen the collaboration between California State government agencies, and the UC and CSU systems.

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Campus Funds Available to Address Salary and Benefit Increases for GSR, ASE, AR and Post-Doctoral Scholars

In February 2023, UC Davis Campus launched a program to provide central funds to address increases in salaries and benefits changed to eligible contracts and grants following the collective bargaining agreement. The deadline to submit requests for central funds for covered employees charged to contracts and grants in the 2023 academic year (start of spring quarter 2023 to end of spring quarter 2024) has been extended to May 15, 2024.

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April 18 | UC Davis Research Expo

The annual UC Davis Research Expo is a one-day event that showcases the latest research-related insight, resources, opportunities and tools to help you advance your research. The event includes exhibits, presentations, workshops and opportunities to network with potential collaborators. Attend the full event or any session of interest.

Keynote Address

Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities and Challenges in Research

Breakout Sessions

Ethical and Social Impacts of AI
A Culture of Grantsmanship: How to Build a Sustainably Funded Research Program Into Your Academic Career
How to Create a Simple and Effective Marketing and Communications Plan for Any Size Research Program
Aggie Climate Action for Equity: A Showcase of Innovations Addressing California's Climate Challenges
Empowering Research Computing: Campus Resources and Opportunities

April 12 | Team Research Forum on Federal Funding

Get insight on changes to where federal money will flow and how to maximize chances for funding your research program during this conversation with Phil Harman from the UC Office of Federal Government Relations and Brandon Minto from the UC Davis Government and Community Relations.

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May 1 | School of Medicine Convergence Research Celebration

This event will celebrate the incredible collaborative research efforts between UC Davis School of Medicine faculty and colleagues in other UC Davis Schools and Colleges. In addition to speakers highlighting team research, the event will include fun, prizes, and a chance to meet with researchers from both sides of the causeway over wine and hors d'oeuvres.

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UC Davis Researchers Awarded Aggie Climate Action for Equity (ACE) Grants to Lead Innovations for Climate Change Solutions

The State of California, through the University of California Office of the President, has granted $1 million for the Aggie Climate Action for Equity (ACE) initiative to advance early-stage climate-based projects. Learn about the recipients and their projects.

UC Davis and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Scientists Collaborate on Agricultural Decarbonization

In collaboration with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, the UC Davis Office of Research has named four UCD-Berkeley Lab Faculty Fellows for 2024. These Faculty Fellows have formed three teams that are receiving $25,000 each to initiate cross-campus research projects with Berkeley Lab scientists in the field of agricultural decarbonization.

Accepting Applications for the Position of Director of the California National Primate Research Center

The Director of the California National Primate Research Center will provide a strong vision and leadership for one of the nation’s foremost nonhuman primate national resources whose focus is on advancing research and health through innovative and collaborative approaches to solving complex biomedical research challenges. Applications due April 12.

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April 18 | UC Davis Research Expo

April 12 | Team Research Forum on Federal Funding

May 1 | School of Medicine Convergence Research Celebration

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