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Research, a cornerstone of the University of Georgia mission, advances knowledge and understanding, underpins instruction, improves the quality of life and enhances economic development.

The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) supports and promotes UGA research and scholarly activity through improving the day-to-day work environment of researchers, building new directions in research, ensuring responsible research practices, and communicating the value of research within and beyond the university.

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UGA researchers receive stimulus funding to improve health literacy of elderly

A University of Georgia research project to improve the health literacy skills of Georgia’s elderly and disabled has been funded by federal stimulus monies.

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Georgia’s research universities and partners to tackle state’s childhood obesity epidemic

Georgia ranks as the third worst in the nation for overweight or obese children. That status has the attention of university researchers; government agencies; and healthcare, public health, philanthropic and community organizations from across Georgia who will convene for a November conference in Atlanta.

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To Save a Mussel, Find Its Fish

A joint UGA/DNR project aims to rescue the imperiled Altamaha spinymussel by identifying the fish it depends on for procreation.

 
Maximizing Research Opportunities