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Lasting Impact through Strong Partnerships

The Office of Research, Innovation & Impact is now the Office of Research and Partnerships (ORP)—a name that reflects a sharpened focus on how research delivers public value through intentional collaboration.

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Introducing the University of Arizona Office of Research and Partnerships

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The Research Enterprise at a Glance

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astronomy and astrophysics

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licenses and options for university inventions

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in space science among public universities

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High Hispanic enrollment

University Leadership Elevates Arizona’s Impact 

President Suresh Garimella and SVP Tomás Díaz de la Rubia are elevating the U of A’s national profile through strategic thought leadership. Their advocacy underscores the university’s role in addressing urgent challenges and advancing its public mission through powerful partnerships. 

Portraits of U of A President Suresh Garimella and Senior Vice President for Research Tomas de la Rubia

Left: President Suresh Garimella; Right: SVP Tomás Díaz de la Rubia

In The Hill, they spotlight fusion energy as a clean, safe, and sustainable solution with the potential to meet global needs — and explain why U.S. leadership and university research are critical to its future.

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In The Arizona Republic, they outline the university’s bold vision for student success, research excellence, and deep community engagement — and how sustained investment will unlock even greater impact. 

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