UCF Office of Research

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Our Impact

At UCF, research isn’t confined to the lab—it’s shaping industries, strengthening communities and fueling the economic growth of Central Florida.

$229 Million

Total Research Funding

130

Patent Applications  Filed

68

US Patents Listed

30

Licenses and Options Executed

Funding

From securing grants to managing awards, we provide the support researchers need to turn ideas into impact.

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Latest Research News

Colleges & Campus

UCF ‘Double Knight’ Harnesses Unique Interdisciplinary Research Path in Quest for M.D.

After conquering her bachelor’s degree and master’s in biomedical sciences at UCF while working as a graduate scholar at Limbitless Solutions, Viviana Rivera ’23 ’24MS…

Colleges & Campus

2 Knights Honored With Forbes’ 50 Over 50 Award

The honorees include a modeling and simulation faculty member who is a VR pioneer, as well as an alumna who has made impacts in tech,…

Research

‘Shore Wars:’ New Research Aims to Resolve Coastal Conflict Between Oysters and Mangroves, Aiding Restoration Efforts

The newly published research analyzes how the proliferation of mangroves affects soil acidity and the health of oysters, which are equally critical to protecting Florida’s…

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Announcements

UCF Office of Research Unveils Redesigned Website

last updated: April 4th, 2025

The UCF Office of Research is pleased to announce the launch of our redesigned website, aimed at providing a more user-friendly and efficient online experience. With improved navigation, modernized design, and enhanced functionality, the updated site is tailored to better support the diverse needs of UCF’s research community and industry partners.

As we continue to refine the site, we welcome feedback. If you encounter any issues with site functionality or have suggestions for improvement, we invite you to provide your feedback using this link: General Feedback

We encourage all users to explore the newly launched website and take advantage of its enhanced features. The UCF Office of Research is committed to improving the site to better serve our community and support ongoing research initiatives.

Federal Funding Announcements and Updates Webpage

last updated: April 1st, 2025

The Office of Research has developed a dedicated Federal Funding Research Updates webpage to support faculty navigate important research news pertaining to executive orders from the White House on federal funding.

The webpage will have timely updates as new information is available from the federal level. We strongly encourage faculty to use this resource for insights on UCF procedures for submitting proposals and guidance on active awards.

Federal Funding Website

UCF remains dedicated to supporting our thriving research community. If you receive any updates or inquiries from a federal program officer, please notify Kim Smith, AVP for Research Administration (kim@ucf.edu), so our team at the Office of Research can assist you in navigating any necessary steps.

Employee Spotlight

UCF’s Office of Research has appointed Marc Mendonca as Associate Vice President for Research and Scholarship.

In this role, Mendonca will oversee UCF’s internal research initiatives and funding programs, as well as the Office of Research’s centers and institutes. He’ll also work to ensure optimal efficiency of core research facilities — including the clean room and the materials characterization facility — and support key departments like the Institutional Review Board and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee.

Office of Research

UCF Names Marc Mendonca Associate Vice President for Research and Scholarship

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