Boston University
Boston University is a major research institution committed to leading breakthroughs across various disciplines. The Office of Research supports and advances research excellence, fostering collaboration among researchers, industry partners, and government leaders to address significant societal challenges.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
Awards
Navy Multi-Topic 2021 - Advanced Biomedical Product Development in Support of Naval Operations
Evaluation of Latent Neurological Effects of Hypobaric Pressure Fluctuations
Funding (ceiling)
$999,986.82
Award Year
2021
Patents
Apparatus and method for shortwave infrared photothermal (SWIP) microscopy
2025-07-08 • US-12352944-B2
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Apparatus and method for shortwave infrared photothermal (SWIP) microscopy
2025-07-08 • US-12352944-B2
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iPSC-derived lung epithelial cells
Cells derived from induced pluripotent stem cells that mimic lung epithelial cells, used for disease modeling and regenerative medicine research.
iPSC-derived intestinal organoids
Organoids generated from induced pluripotent stem cells that simulate intestinal tissue, for studying gastrointestinal diseases and treatments.
Diagnostics for COVID-19
A developed assay for identifying SARS-CoV-2 infection, contributing to the global response against the COVID-19 pandemic.
iPSC Core Facility
A facility offering services like iPSC line generation, characterization, and training for researchers, supporting stem cell research and applications.
Biocomputational Core
Provides design and analysis of biocomputational studies focusing on stem cell identity, differentiation, and cellular state.
iPSC-derived lung epithelial cells
Cells derived from induced pluripotent stem cells that mimic lung epithelial cells, used for disease modeling and regenerative medicine research.
iPSC-derived intestinal organoids
Organoids generated from induced pluripotent stem cells that simulate intestinal tissue, for studying gastrointestinal diseases and treatments.
Diagnostics for COVID-19
A developed assay for identifying SARS-CoV-2 infection, contributing to the global response against the COVID-19 pandemic.
iPSC Core Facility
A facility offering services like iPSC line generation, characterization, and training for researchers, supporting stem cell research and applications.
Biocomputational Core
Provides design and analysis of biocomputational studies focusing on stem cell identity, differentiation, and cellular state.
Expertise Areas
- Research funding and grant lifecycle management
- Proposal development and strategic research development
- Research compliance and committee-based oversight (IRB, IACUC, IBC, export control)
- Post-award financial management and sponsored-project reporting
Key Technologies
- Bibliometric and research-discovery databases
- Research administration dashboards and reporting tools
- Conflict-of-interest disclosure platforms
- High-performance and institutional computing for research
Key People
Melissa L. Gilliam
President
Gloria Waters
University Provost and Chief Academic Officer
Karen H. Antman
Provost, Medical Campus
Thomas Bifano
Vice President & Associate Provost ad interim for Research
Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Melissa L. Gilliam
President
Gloria Waters
University Provost and Chief Academic Officer
Karen H. Antman
Provost, Medical Campus
Thomas Bifano
Vice President & Associate Provost ad interim for Research
Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Professor of Biomedical Engineering
News & Updates
A discussion event focusing on climate change and clean energy solutions.
An event discussing the housing crisis and potential solutions.
An event featuring presentations about women’s health research from across BU campuses, focusing on the unique needs and social factors impacting women's health.
Launch event for the second issue of the magazine focusing on forced displacement.
An article discussing the implications of political changes on research funding and priorities.
A feature on a national project co-led by a BU researcher to prevent Alzheimer's disease.
A discussion event focusing on climate change and clean energy solutions.
An event discussing the housing crisis and potential solutions.
An event featuring presentations about women’s health research from across BU campuses, focusing on the unique needs and social factors impacting women's health.
Launch event for the second issue of the magazine focusing on forced displacement.
An article discussing the implications of political changes on research funding and priorities.
A feature on a national project co-led by a BU researcher to prevent Alzheimer's disease.