Leadership

The OVPR is led by the Vice Provost for Research Bernard Arulanandam and a leadership team that oversees its six main functions.

Main Functions

RSO

Research, Strategy & Operations

Research, Strategy & Operations

Central to Tufts University, the Research, Strategy, and Operations team serves as the nucleus of the Office of the Vice Provost for Research. Our scope encompasses Strategic Research Development, Research Infrastructure Support, and Strategic Research Operations, offering support for research and scholarly activities, research core facilities, and postdoctoral affairs.
CMS

Comparative Medicine Services

Comparative Medicine Services

Tufts Comparative Medicine Services (CMS) provides an array of in vivo services to support preclinical research and other areas of biomedical research. CMS supports the Boston Campus. The Laboratory Animal Medicine Service (LAMS) supports the Grafton Campus.
RA

Research Administration

Research Administration

Research Administration & Development (RAD) helps investigators to pursue their research and scholarship goals, providing expertise and support throughout the Award Lifecycle.
TTIC

Tech Transfer and Industry Collaboration

Tech Transfer and Industry Collaboration

Tech Transfer and Industry Collaboration (TTIC) is responsible for facilitating the transfer of Tufts technology for public use and benefit.