Research

Support for Researchers

Penn State College of Medicine is committed to advancing scientific discovery and innovation by providing comprehensive support to investigators across all stages of research.

Leslie Parent stands in her lab in a white coat

From the Vice Dean

Our mission is to provide you with the tools, guidance, and services necessary to conduct high-quality, impactful research. Whether you are navigating regulatory requirements, seeking funding opportunities, or needing assistance with study design and data analysis, our dedicated team is here to help every step of the way.

Thank you for your dedication to transforming health through discovery. Together, we are creating the future of medicine!

Leslie Parent, MD
Vice Dean for Research and Graduate Studies

Ways to Find Research Support

Research Administration

Getting a new project up and running can be trying for even the most experienced investigator. At the College of Medicine, we have expert staff available to help guide you through the process.

Research Portal

For Penn State researchers, find additional resources and information in the Research Portal. Note: SharePoint links require a Penn State University login.

Biomedical Core Facilities

Core Facilities provide investigators access to leading methodologies in simple workflows with cutting edge instrumentation, expert guidance and professional support.

Clinical and Translational Science Institute

Penn State CTSI provides tools, services and training to make health research more efficient. The institute is a bridge between basic scientists and clinical researchers.

Pure Profiles

Penn State Research Portal captures and displays research output for investigators and units. Faculty members can request Pure profile updates to showcase their research. Penn State University login required.

Conducting Research

Penn State College of Medicine supports researchers throughout their education and career and at each step in the process of their research. The research lifecycle - including the steps and the Penn State resources available in each phase — is outlined below as a comprehensive view of conducting research at Penn State College of Medicine.