Office for the Vice President for Research

The Office of the Vice President for Research's mission is to advance knowledge and serve the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through research, scholarship, creative arts, and innovation to enable discoveries that enrich and improve lives.

One of the office's five priority areas is Environmental Resilience and Sustainability. In each area, the office takes a coordinated approach through institutes, centers, and labs to amplify the impact of UVA faculty’s work.

Environmental Institute

The Environmental Institute supports transdisciplinary research and training at the intersection of environmental change and human well-being. EI connects faculty, students, and citizens to create solutions for a more resilient and sustainable future. 

Initiatives include collaborative teams (CoLabs), rapid response grants, graduate and faculty fellowships, internship opportunities, and much more.