Duke’s Office for External Partnerships (OEP) will work with you to establish, facilitate, and support an arrangement that aligns with your research interests and objectives.
OEP has extensive expertise in fostering collaborations with industry, government, and nonprofit organizations interested in research partnerships. Leveraging our wide-ranging network of connections within the university and various industries, we are well-equipped to facilitate valuable connections for you. These connections will help you secure funding and receive support for your research endeavors.
If you are interested in exploring research partnership opportunities, please reach out to our team. We will work closely with you to understand your research goals and connect you with potential partners. Our team’s experience and dedication to fostering research partnerships will ensure that you have the best possible opportunities to advance your research and achieve your objectives.
We identify and develop relationships with external organizations that align with the interests of the university and its faculty. Our team will work with you to match your areas of expertise and interest with potential research partners. We also provide guidance on how to develop and maintain relationships with these partners.
OEP serves as a central hub where Duke faculty can engage with industry and community partners. Our team is dedicated to facilitating partnership discussions on behalf of faculty, creating a platform for you to explore potential collaborations and connect with potential collaborators who can provide the necessary funding and resources to support your research interests.
By working closely with you, we aim to identify and initiate conversations with potential partners who align with your research goals. These partnership discussions offer a valuable opportunity for you to learn more about the possibilities of collaboration and establish connections with organizations that can contribute to your research in terms of financial support and resources.
Our role is to streamline the process and provide a supportive environment where you can navigate partnership opportunities easily and effectively. We understand that securing funding and accessing the necessary resources are crucial for advancing your research endeavors.
If you are interested in exploring potential partnerships and connecting with industry and community partners, please reach out to our team. Through our centralized approach, we aim to facilitate productive partnerships that enable you to make significant strides in your research while leveraging the support and expertise of external partners
We provide a central point of contact for you and outside organizations, and help to coordinate the negotiation process. We provide resources and information to help all sides of the partnership with the negotiation process to achieve their goals.
Research briefs are an effective way to showcase your research capabilities to companies and build relationships with potential partners. We will help you prepare briefs that include details on your research interests, the potential of cooperative research, and the advantages of collaborating with you.
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| Duke Cancer Institute | Ed Pagani, Ph.D. |
| Duke Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) |
Ed Pagani, Ph.D. |
| Duke Clinical Research Institute | Ed Pagani, Ph.D. |
| Duke Global Health Institute | Ed Pagani, Ph.D. |
| Duke Institute for Brain Sciences | Ed Pagani, Ph.D. |
| Duke – Margolis Institute for Health Policy | Victor Taylor |
| John Hope Franklin Humanities Institute | Victor Taylor |
| Kenan Institute for Ethics | Victor Taylor |
| Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability | Sharlini Sankaran, Ph.D. |
| Social Science Research Institute | Victor Taylor |
| Duke Athletics | Victor Taylor |
| Duke Lemur Center | Ed Pagani, Ph.D. or Sharlini Sankaran, Ph.D. |
| Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative | Victor Taylor |
| Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University | Victor Taylor |
| University Data | Dan Dardani, Ph.D. |
| Other Center Not Listed | Ed Pagani, Ph.D. |
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