The Office of Research and Ethics, oversees research development at the University. It is responsible for the administration of research programs and scholarships in compliance with the policies, regulations and goals of the University, funding agencies and donors. It also supports the Saint Paul University’s research programmes and Ethics Committee. Its responsibilities are as follows:
- developing research policies and establishing priorities for research development and funding;
- managing the research competitions of the Henry Herbert Glasmacher Fund;
- informing new professors as to research procedures and funding;
- supporting the development of research centres, chairs and institute;
- promoting research;
- monitoring the financial reporting of grants and scholarships;
- submitting the annual research report.
AVRI
Role
The AVRI manages a support hub that enables research and innovation activities at Saint Paul University. The AVRI provides SPU researchers with information, resources, and strategic tools to support major research initiatives and partnerships. The AVRI facilitates and enables collaborations on campus that enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of SPU’s research. The AVRI recommends, enables, and leads various collaborations and engagements with government, industry, and other postsecondary partners in the province and across the country. The AVRI supports the VRAR and the Rector in advancing the vision and research excellence strategies outlined in SPU’s strategic plan.
« Saint Paul University is a dynamic, bilingual post-secondary institution focused on the humanities, located in the heart of the national capital. Despite its small size, it hosts eight research centers, four research chairs, and several research groups and laboratories. Our researchers are both dedicated and versatile, with projects spanning from counselling to spirituality and ecology. The research at Saint Paul University aims to train future leaders equipped with strong critical thinking skills and a compassionate heart. »
Iva Apostolova
Associate Vice-Rector Research and Innovation
Research
«The Office of Research and Ethics at Saint Paul University supports research by ensuring its ethical integrity and rigor. We assist researchers, students, and partners by managing grants and funding, from the pre-award to the post-award phase, and by overseeing research projects in accordance with ethical standards and requirements. We administer internal and external funding competitions while providing financial follow-up and training, particularly to support early-career researchers. Our commitment goes beyond fund management: we collaborate with the ethics committee to ensure an ethical review of research protocols. Our work aims to ensure that research contributes positively to society, notably by promoting peace, justice, and the healing of human and environmental relationships.»
Mohamed Kouachi
Director – Office of Research and Ethics
Courriel : mkouachi@ustpaul.ca
Research