Office of the Vice President for Research and Partnerships
- ️Fri Jan 31 2025
OU's Research Strategy Emerges from
21st Century Global Grand Challenges
Aerospace, Defense, and Global Security
Our mission is to perform research, education, and service to address aerospace, defense, and global security challenges relevant to our local, national, and global partners. We will foster an inclusive environment that enables convergence research, leading to the development of innovative and timely solutions to critical problems.
Energy, Environment, and Sustainability
To transform energy systems and communities to become more resilient and sustainable while protecting biodiversity and ecosystem services.
The Future of Health
Using innovative approaches, concepts, and applications, we will positively transform the health of all peoples and the biosphere in which we exist.
Society and Community Transformation
Transforming societies by setting the national standard for convergent, community-engaged research and creative activity.
Enabling Cross Cutting Foundational Capabilities