The mission of the Office of the Associate Dean for Research (OADR) is to empower College of Veterinary Medicine researchers to conduct important and innovative research that impacts animal, human, and environmental health.
The OADR serves as a catalyst for enhancing the strength and vitality the College's research enterprise by:
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Strategically investing in CVM research and researchers
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Increasing extramural research funding
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Enhancing the visibility of CVM research programs