Office of Research & Sponsored Programs
Research and Sponsored Programs
Office of Research & Sponsored Programs
MISSION
Ina, Deskubre, Setbe - To Enlighten, To Discover, To Serve.
The University of Guam empowers the region by uniting island wisdom with universal sources of enlightenment to support execeptional education, discovery, and service that respects and benefits local and global communities.
VISION
Transforming communities through excellence in research.
OUR SHARED VALUE
We value innovative scholarly research that is ethical and inclusive and that is cuturally engaged.
STRATEGIC INTIATIVES
To operationalize the UOG Research Community's Vision and Mission Statements, the following Strategic Initiatives provide the framework for deliberate, timed, and impactful action.
- Place-based Research with Local, Regional, and Global Relevance
- Talent Acquisition, Development, and Support
- Infrastructure and Financial Support
- Operational Excellence (ORSP's Office)
- A Great Place to Work (ORSP's Office)
Updated 6/21/2023
News & Announcements
Althea Tapales, a 2018 alumna from UOG who is now attending medical school at the University of Vermont, has been awarded the Sarnoff Cardiovascular Research Fellowship for 2023-2024.
Ten University of Guam students will be heading to Taiwan in July to explore the latest in agricultural technology.
University of Guam programs and the National Weather Service Forecast Office team up to capture and map post-Typhoon Mawar damage using drones.
Dr. Anita Borja Enriquez is the 12th University of Guam President following a Board of Regents vote on June 22, 2023.
The U54 Pacific Island Partnership for Cancer Health Equity (PIPCHE) announces that funding is available for new Pre-Pilot research projects designed to address significant cancer health disparities among Pacific Islanders.
Research Participation Opportunities
UOG and GCC students and recent graduates are invited to take a survey related to mental health during the pandemic.
CHamoru and Filipino breast cancer survivors are invited to participate in a focus group starting Saturday.
Incentives of up to $75 are available for volunteers in the UOG RADx-UP: Protecting Life Project.
Families are being sought to participate in a UOG research study on heart health and diabetes in Guam.
Research Opportunities
Research Funding Opportunities
The U54 Pacific Island Partnership for Cancer Health Equity (PIPCHE) announces that funding is available for new Pre-Pilot research projects designed to address significant cancer health disparities among Pacific Islanders.
Researchers within Micronesia are encouraged to submit their proposals by July 8.
The U54 Pacific Island Partnership for Cancer Health Equity (PIPCHE) announces funding available for new pilot and/or pre-pilot research projects.
The NASA Guam EPSCoR is seeking applications from UOG faculty for seed grant proposals
Faculty members: Apply by Feb. 15 for seed funding to support your research!
Presentation/Publication Opportunities
The journal is seeking scholarly papers that share innovative research or challenge existing perspectives in the liberal arts and social sciences.
The UOG CNAS STEM Conference abstract deadline will be extended to Friday, March 11.
Scholars, artists, and students engaged in scholarly and creative work in all disciplines are invited to submit abstracts.
Abstracts are due Feb. 15, and the conference will take place virtually from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 12-15 Hawaii Standard Time.
Student Research Opportunities
Gain valuable experience and mentorship in cancer disparities research with this graduate assistantship.
Gain valuable experience and mentorship in cancer disparities research with this graduate assistantship.
The Japan Issei Project, led by UOG President Emeritus Robert Underwood, will document pre-war Japanese immigrants to Guam.
Participants will receive a $3,000 stipend and comprehensive research training.
Applications for this full-time, paid research opportunity are due April 16.
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Peralta A. Pamela
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Tracy I. Gogue Williams
Project Coordinator
Office Location: Dean Circle, House #7
Tel: (671) 735-4870
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Gigi R. Snively
Project Coordinator
Office Location: Dean Circle, House #7- Tel: (671) 735-2169
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Rachel Naguit
Grant Budget Specialist III (CESU)
Office Location: Dean Circle, House #7- Tel: (671) 735-2169
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Janelle Lujan
Grant Assistant III
Office Location: Dean Circle, House #7- Tel: (671) 735-2989
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Jed Henson
Extension Associate I
Office Location: Dean Circle, House #7- Tel: (671) 735-3036
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