Research Administration at UMaine
Center for Undergraduate Research
The Center for Undergraduate Research (CUGR) facilitates faculty mentored research, scholarship, and activities for undergraduate students. It offers support and guidance through all stages of research. For more information about CUGR, contact 207.581.3583 or CUGR@maine.edu. CUGR maintains social media accounts on Facebook (centerforundergraduateresearch), YouTube (Center for Undergraduate Research), Twitter (UMaine_CUGR), Instagram (umaine.cugr) and TikTok (umaine.cugr).
Office of Research
The University of Maine plays a pivotal role in research as a Land and Sea Grant Institution. The Office of Research provides support and resources for research endeavors. Contact 207.581.1506 or research@maine.edu for more information. The Office of Research maintains social media accounts on Twitter (maine_research), Instagram (umaine_research) and Facebook (UMaineResearch).
Office of Research Administration (ORA)
The Office of Research Administration provides customer service, guidance and advice to the University community throughout the lifecycle (submission, acceptance and administration) of externally funded sponsored programs and activities that contribute to the overall mission of the University. Contact 207.581.1484 or ora@maine.edu for more information.
Office of Research Compliance
The Office of Research Compliance promotes a culture of ethics, integrity, and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies governing research and provides guidance to the UMaine research community. The ORC is responsible for providing important training related to research ethics and safety. Contact umric@maine.edu for more information.
Office of Research Development (ORD)
The Office of Research Development assists in grant seeking activities to promote research excellence and provides information about both internal and external funding opportunities. It holds a Grants 101 training (October and March) and Finding Funding Challenge (December) annually. Contact 207.581.2461 or jason.charland@maine.edu for more information.