A Message from
the Vice President

Welcome to our online hub of research and creative activity.

Florida State University is unique among large research universities in achieving a remarkable balance between the arts and sciences. That’s true in terms of in the education we provide our students and in the research and creative output from our faculty.

Our more than $233 million research portfolio of contracts and grants includes support for faculty, staff and students working in diverse fields from the fine arts to history to the physical and health sciences. Across campus you might find faculty writing the next great work of literature or curating an exhibit on letters from World War II. You will find researchers hard at work building better solar cells and trying to understand the intricacies of Alzheimer’s. And you’ll find art faculty creating mobile art exhibitions with small art objects.

FSU boasts a roster of award-winning individuals who are esteemed in their fields. We are home to eight National Academy members in addition to numerous Fulbright Scholars and fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Their cutting-edge research not only propels our society forward, but it also enriches the academic lives of our students and inspires the next generation of scientists, performers, artists and more. Their work radiates throughout our community and the world and has a major effect on our daily lives. That’s the beauty of working at Florida State. I am lucky to work with talented and creative colleagues who are passionate about their work.

Please take some time to explore our website and read about some of the major innovations and discoveries made by Florida State University faculty members. I know you will be impressed by the breadth of research opportunities Florida State has to offer.

Sincerely,

Gary K. Ostrander