# Conference: Enhancing institutional capacity across the research ecosystem

> **NSF 01002627DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT** · University of Missouri-Columbia (MO) · $558,358

## Abstract

Conference: Enhancing Institutional Capacity Across the Research Ecosystem

This project seeks to expand the research, technology transfer, and programmatic capacity of emerging research institutions, and enhance their capacity for sustained cross-sector and multi-institutional partnerships with industry, government, nonprofit, and academic organizations. By equipping institutional leaders from NSF EPIIC awardee institutions, all of which are emerging research institutions, with actionable tools for expanding partnerships and innovation ecosystems, this project aims to promote the progress of science and advance national health, prosperity, and welfare. Emerging research institutions are eager to contribute to the nation’s science, technology, engineering, and mathematics workforce and to the research enterprise but face structural and resource constraints that limit their participation in large-scale, cross-sector collaborations. The conference will enable EPIIC PIs to share institutional capacity building strategies and successes through an interactive workshop structure. The event will emphasize strategies for increasing institutional innovation, entrepreneurship and research capacity, building collaborative network connections, and expanding knowledge of NSF funding opportunities.  

The program will feature plenary and breakout sessions, structured networking, 1-1 coaching with subject matter experts, and poster sessions. The program also includes a focus on building industry partnerships, providing participants with multiple opportunities to hear from and network with industry leaders and additional experts in technology transfer. Anticipated participant outcomes include acquisition of strategies for enhancing research institutional infrastructure; increased knowledge of future funding opportunities and other sustainability strategies; and increased confidence in each PI team's ability to build strategic partnerships with industry and participate in region

## Key facts

- **NSF award ID:** 2620526
- **Awardee organization:** University of Missouri-Columbia (MO)
- **SAM.gov UEI:** SZPJL5ZRCLF4
- **PI:** Susan D Renoe
- **Primary program:** 01002627DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
- **All programs:** CONFERENCE AND WORKSHOPS
- **Estimated total:** $558,358
- **Funds obligated:** $558,358
- **Transaction type:** Standard Grant
- **Period:** 05/15/2026 → 04/30/2027

## Primary source

NSF Award Search: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2620526

## Citation

> US National Science Foundation, Award 2620526, Conference: Enhancing institutional capacity across the research ecosystem. Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-07-17 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nsf/2620526. Licensed CC0.

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