Supporting research from idea to impact.
The Office of the Vice-Principal, Research and Innovation (OVPRI) supports UTM researchers and partners at every stage of the research lifecycle — from developing ideas and securing funding to accessing facilities and sharing impact.
How We Help
Access expert support, funding opportunities, and research infrastructure to advance your work.
Grant/Proposal Development
Identify funding opportunities and strengthen applications with strategic guidance and support.
Partnerships & Collaboration
Connect with industry, community, and institutional partners to expand your research impact.
Research Facilities (RICore)
Access specialized labs, equipment, and technical expertise to support your research.
Internal Funding Programs
Explore internal grants and programs designed to support research excellence and innovation.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Watch this space. New EDI resource page is coming soon!
Research Communications
Share your research with broader audiences through strategic communications and promotion.
Support Across the Research Lifecycle
The OVPRI provides resources and guidance at every stage of your research project.
- Getting Started With Your Research | Where to begin and how to find collaborators
- Find Funding | Explore the different funding sources available to you
- Develop and Submit Your Proposal | Find resources and services to help you develop a successful proposal
- Set Up Your Award | Get the funds set up in your account and begin your research
- Manage Your Award | Manage your research funds, reports, and compliance
- Share Your Research | Resources to help you share and promote your findings
Find What You Need...
For Faculty Researchers
Access funding, proposal development support, research tools, and institutional resources.
For External Partners
Collaborate with UTM researchers and explore opportunities for joint research and innovation.
For Trainees
Discover funding opportunities and ways to get involved in research.
Partner with UTM Researchers
Work with leading researchers at the University of Toronto Mississauga to address complex challenges and drive innovation. Our partnerships team can help you identify collaborators, develop projects, and access funding opportunities.
Explore Startup Incubation
Welcome to U of T’s first wet lab incubator: scientific innovation levels up here. Programs, partnerships, and affordable wet lab incubation space to propel life science startups at their earliest stages.
