We welcome Michael McQuade, Vice President for Research at Carnegie Mellon University.

Michael provides leadership for the university's research enterprise and advocates for the role that science, technology and innovation play nationally and globally.

 The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) has responsibility for nurturing interdisciplinary research initiatives at one of the nations' leading research institutions.

The OVPR provides overall research administration and policy for all colleges and schools, as well as the university's more than 100 centers and institutes. Working closely with deans, department heads, faculty, students and staff, the office provides an innovative and supportive research environment that spans all disciplines and campuses.