Office of Research Units
The Office of Research at the University of Guelph is the hub for research expertise, services and support, guiding research from idea to impact. Serving faculty, researchers, students, staff, industry, government and community partners, the Office of Research ensures that discovery and innovation thrive at every stage.
Who We Are
With a broad network of specialized offices and services, the Office of Research provides critical support for securing funding, ensuring compliance, managing research risks, fostering innovation, facilitating partnerships and advancing knowledge mobilization.
Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation
The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (OVPRI) provides leadership and strategic direction for U of G’s research enterprise. It oversees key initiatives, including Food from Thought and Research Communications, and works to advance discovery, innovation, inclusivity and the impact of research across disciplines. Visit Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation.
Research Services Office
The Research Services Office (RSO) provides expert support for faculty in securing funding, navigating ethics reviews, and finalizing award agreements. Partnering with academic colleges and administrative units, RSO advances the University’s research mission and offers essential resources. Visit Research Services Office.
Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance
The Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance is a world-class government-university collaboration between U of G, Agricultural Research and Innovation Ontario (ARIO), and the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA). Designed to deliver Ontario agri-food solutions with global impact, the Alliance supports Ontario’s $51 billion agri-food sector through research and innovation, training and laboratory services. Visit Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance.
Research Innovation Office
The Research Innovation Office (RIO) fosters innovation at U of G by supporting a dynamic ecosystem that transforms research discoveries into real-world solutions with impact. Leveraging diverse expertise, RIO advances research and innovation within the university and broader community. Visit Research Innovation Office.
Research Communications Office
The Research Communications Office (RCO) supports U of G’s research enterprise through initiatives that promote dialogue, understanding and communication about research accomplishments and activities.
Arrell Food Institute
The Arrell Food Institute (AFI) connects food research and expertise across various fields, partnering with Canadian and global organizations to inform sustainable, resilient food systems. It brings people together to conduct research, train future food leaders, and influence social, industrial and governmental decisions, always with food at the center. Visit Arrell Food Institute.
Food from Thought
Food from Thought (FFT) is a research program at the University, funded by a $76.6-million grant from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund, that leads cutting-edge projects in livestock research, crop sciences, pathogens and food safety, biodiversity research, ecosystem services and integrated food systems. Visit Food from Thought.
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