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The University of Colorado sponsored research program is number one in the nation for federal funding of atmospheric and earth science environmental research at public universities.

Office of Contracts and Grants

Within the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, the Office of Contracts and Grants (OCG) is responsible for the administration of sponsored research agreements and funds. OCG's mission is to assist faculty, staff, and students with obtaining and managing external support for their sponsored projects. OCG protects the University's interests by reviewing and approving the submission of sponsored project proposals; negotiating contract and grant awards; monitoring the implementation and administration of sponsored projects; enforcing campus, University, and sponsor policies and procedures; providing training to faculty and staff; and serving as the University’s liaison with sponsors and regulatory agencies.