The University of Akron Office of Research Administration (ORA) exists to support UA’s innovative research endeavors. ORA is committed to providing the highest level of service to our research community, through responsiveness, communication, and transparency. We strive to be a Lean operation by using technology and tools as they become available, streamlining our processes, and providing user-friendly products.
The ORA is a team of dedicated professionals who strive to assist UA researchers through every step of the process: from finding funding, to proposal submission, to award receipt and negotiations, and through award closeout.
| U.S. Mailing Address: The University of Akron Office of Research Administration Akron, OH 44325-2102 |
Street Address: 225 S. Main Street Akron, OH 44309 |
Campus Location: Polsky Building- Suite 284 Phone: (330)972-7666 Fax: (330)972-4850 |
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What's New?
Office of Research Administration (ORA) Website Makeover! Update: March 2015
During ORA's website construction, these quick links may be helpful:
- UA identifiers (TIN, DUNS, NSF Institution code, etc.)
- Budget info (F&A, fringe rates, etc.)
If you have suggestions, questions, or can't find something you need, email ora-webmaster@uakron.edu.
GRANT: Grant and Research Administration News Today
Check out the February 2015 issue of GRANT, the monthly newsletter from the Office of Research Administration.