The Office of Research Services oversees all research and scholarly activity at Laurier. Our goal is to assist researchers in obtaining the resources necessary for pursuing their research activities. We can assist you throughout all the stages of applying for and administering research funding, including:

• Identifying sources of research grants, contracts and fellowship funds.
• Assisting with grant, contract and award applications, including budget preparation and justification.
• Advising on application strategies, procedures and deadlines.
• Providing information regarding funding agency policies.
• Assisting researchers in building partnerships with companies, community organizations, not-for-profit organizations and government.
• Assisting in matters concerning intellectual property and commercialization of research.
• Assisting with knowledge mobilization plans in grant applications and research programs.

Our office also provides support to Laurier’s Research Ethics Board, Animal Care Committee and Administrative Research review. We also ensure compliance with laboratory biosafety guidelines for research involving biohazards.