Office of Sponsored Programs & Research
The Office of Sponsored Programs and Research grows, manages and protects the Towson University sponsored programs portfolio.
What is OSPR?
We grow the university's portfolio by providing a high level of service to university faculty and staff members in identifying funding opportunities, developing project ideas into proposals and submitting complete and competitive proposals.
We manage awards and contracts alongside university faculty and staff to ensure proper administration of awards.
We protect the university's interests in all matters relating to external funding by complying with federal and state regulations, and sponsor requirements.
The FY26 Faculty Development & Research Committee (FDRC) grant competition is now accepting applications, due January 30, 2025 by 1:00 PM.
FDRC Application Information & GuidelinesFaculty Research
FDRC Webinar Session #1
JAN 10
11:00AM - 12:00PM on Zoom
Details of the FDRC application process will be shared, along with tips for preparing a successful proposal.
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FDRC Webinar Session #2
JAN 24
2:00AM - 3:00PM on Zoom
Details of the FDRC application process will be shared, along with tips for preparing a successful proposal.
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“R for Research”: IDC? Or IDK? An In-Depth Look at Indirect Costs on Grants
FEB 7
10:00AM - 5:00PM on Zoom
Do you have questions about what sponsors mean by "indirect costs"? Would you like to learn what indirect costs cover? The OSPR will host a webinar on indirect cost rates.