About Us
Medical School Office of Research

Our team proudly supports an internationally recognized research enterprise, where our shared goal is pursuing innovative science and improving the lives of patients and their families.

 Research staff at Researchpalooza

The units of the Medical School Office of Research work to facilitate and impact key research functions and processes at the Medical School, and our team members strive to:

  • Create and maintain strategic resources to enhance investigators' competitiveness.
  • Streamline research processes to increase research team satisfaction.
  • Build and refine coordinated infrastructure to support high-quality research.
  • Accelerate and enhance research through external partnerships to impact health.
  • Engage the research community by improving cross-communication.

The Medical School Office of Research is also leading the implementation of the multi-million dollar strategic research plan, "Great Minds, Greater Discoveries," where our entire research enterprise is working to create transformative knowledge that advances science and improves health.

At the Medical School Office of Research, we focus on researchers, so they can focus on great science.
Our Units
  • Biomedical Research Core Facilities
  • Central Biorepository
  • Calendar Review & Analysis Office
  • Clinical Trials Support Office
  • Data Office for Clinical & Translational Research
  • Fast Forward Medical Innovation
  • Grant Services & Analysis
  • IRBMED
  • Michigan Institute for Clinical & Translational Research
  • Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine
    • Great Minds, Greater Discoveries Strategic Research Plan
    Research Project Route Map
    Annual Report
    Research Newsletters, Researchpalooza & Listservs
    Committees
    Frequently Asked Questions
    Our Leadership
    Steven L. Kunkel, PhD Steven L. Kunkel, Ph.D.
    Chief Scientific Officer, Michigan Medicine
    Executive Vice Dean for Research, Medical School
    Peter A. Ward Distinguished University Professor
    Endowed Professor of Pathology Research
         Karl Jepsen at BSRB Karl Jepsen, Ph.D.
    Associate Dean for Research - Basic and Translational
    Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
    Professor of Biomedical Engineering
         Sachin Kheterpal Sachin Kheterpal, M.D., M.B.A.
    Associate Dean for Research Technology
    Kevin K. Tremper Professor of Anesthesiology
    Associate Chair for Strategy and Technology, Anesthesiology
    Executive Director, Multicenter Perioperative Outcomes Group
    Elected Member, National Academy of Medicine
    Julie Lumeng Julie Lumeng, M.D.
    Associate Dean for Research
    U-M Associate Vice President for Research-Clinical and Human Subjects Research
    Executive Director for the Michigan Institute for Clinical and Health Research (MICHR)
         Anna Lok Anna Lok, M.D.
    Assistant Dean for Clinical Research
    Dame Sheila Sherlock Distinguished University Professor of Hepatology and Internal Medicine
    Alice Lohrman Andrews Research Professor of Hepatology
         Sam Silver Samuel M. Silver, M.D., Ph.D.
    In memorium, 1950-2024
    Assistant Dean for Research
    Emeritus Professor of Internal Medicine

    Our primary mission is to foster an environment of innovation and efficiency that serves the Medical School research community and, ultimately, contributes to positive patient impact.

    Executive Vice Dean for Research
    Steven L. Kunkel in his lab
    Contact Us
    Office of Research
    University of Michigan Medical School
    Phone Number: 734-615-1332
    Fax Number: 734-615-9458
    Address
    7313 Medical Science I Building
    1301 Catherine Street SPC 5624
    Ann Arbor, MI 48109

    North Campus Research Complex (NCRC)
    2800 Plymouth Road Building 520, 3rd Floor
    Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2800
    Upcoming Office of Research Events All Office of Research Events
    Amendments and Continuing Reviews
    This course is a follow-up to Initial Project Applications and will examine the process for submitting amendments and scheduled continuing reviews to IRBMED using eResearch once a project’s initial application has been approved.
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    Data and Safety Monitoring Boards and Data Safety Monitoring Plans
    This course will review when studies are required to have a DSMP or DSMB and how to develop an appropriate DSMP. A DSMB is an independent group that advises the study team regarding subject safety, study conduct, and efficacy. The DSMB will also make recommendations concerning the continuation, modification, or termination of the trial. A DSMP outlines how subject safety and data integrity will be maintained to ensure the validity of collected data.
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    Storage and Retention of Data
    This course will review the fundamentals of maintaining confidentiality of subject data, including data encryption and protection, using secure environments and external websites, and distinguishing among anonymized, coded, and de- identified datasets.
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    Introduction to sIRBs
    This course will identify the Single IRB model for Multi-Site research, show the regulatory requirements of sIRB review and the exceptions to sIRB requirements, and explain sIRB requests of IRBMED as sIRB (accepting oversight), External IRB as sIRB (ceding oversight), and UofM as the Coordinating Center.
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    FDA Research Involving Drugs and Devices
    This course will review what research is subject to FDA oversight, highlight the differences between OHRP and FDA regulations, learn the responsibilities of sponsors, investigators, and the IRB when conducting and reviewing research involving drugs and devices, and examine the requirements for conducting research with a drug or biologic/medical device.
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    Not Regulated, Secondary Use, and Umbrella Applications
    This course will review the Not Regulated, Secondary Use, and Umbrella application types in eResearch and when these application types are applicable.
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    OHRP’s Subparts B, C, and D - Special Populations
    This course will examine the additional regulatory requirements for conducting research involving pregnant women, fetuses, neonates, children, and prisoners, including the requirements for these populations in a research project and obtaining informed consent.
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    Federal and Institutional Requirements for Human Subject Research
    This course will introduce the basics of conducting human subject research in compliance with federal regulations and institutional practices.
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    Elements of Informed Consent
    This course offers an overview of informed consent in human subject research. The course will examine IRBMED’s standard consent template and focus on how it reflects federal requirements.
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    Featured Office of Research News All Research News " "
    Office of Research
    University of Michigan AVITI24 Grant Program
    The AVITI24 Grant Program is an opportunity for you to push your research further and faster.
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    Office of Research
    2024 Research Annual Report Released
    Medical School releases 2024 Research Annual Report
         Cassie Wong
    Office of Research
    Cassie Wong Appointed Senior Director for Research in the Medical School Office of Research
    Cassie Wong named the Senior Director for Research in the Medical School Office of Research, effective December 1, 2024.
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