Office of Research Central

The Office of Research is led by the Vice Provost for Research and oversees three administrative units: Human Subjects Division (HSD), Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP), and Office of Research Information Services (ORIS). There are also two research units: The Applied Physics Laboratory and the Washington National Primate Research Center. Assisting the Vice Provost for Research in providing leadership in supporting UW’s research community, is a strong team of Associate Vice Provosts as well as a liaison for OR and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratories (PNNL). See the Office of Research Organization Chart to view the structure.

Office of Research Leadership

Mary Lidstrom

Vice Provost for Research
“It’s crucial that we optimize the UW’s administrative systems, and deliver outstanding support services that help researchers compete and succeed.”
Mary Lidstrom profile

Office of Research Units

Associate Vice Provosts for Research