Research Administration & Engagement
Faculty at the University of West Florida are active scholars and researchers. UWF values research because it enriches the learning environment of our students, provides solutions to problems in our region, and contributes to the well-being of our community.
Awards for Distinction in Faculty Scholarly, Creative, and Research Activities
The UWF Awards for Distinction in Faculty Scholarly, Creative, and Research Activities recognize excellence in the production and impact of research, scholarly, and creative activities by UWF faculty and instructors.
Awards are available to recognize individuals with a distinguished record of research, scholarly, and/or creative achievements at UWF. Such achievements may include, but are not limited to:
- Production/publication of research, creative, and scholarly products, including manuscripts, books, performances, exhibitions, or displays.
- Successful engagement in multidisciplinary efforts that culminate in research products.
- Scholarly activities that engage and inform the community.
- Demonstrated engagement in the pursuit and securing of external funds to support research or has made a lasting impact on their disciplinary field.
Nomination materials should be submitted by the nominating party via a Qualtrics form by October 9th, 2024.
Visit Awards for Distinction in Faculty Scholarly, Creative and Research Activities for all details.
Create Your Research Profile in the Argo Scholar Commons
The UWF Libraries hosts the Argo Scholar Commons (ASC), an online showcase of research, scholarship, and creativity from the UWF community. Works placed in the repository are more easily discovered in internet search engines (i.e. Google), and help increase the visibility and awareness of both content creators and the University. Visit their website today for more information on how to submit your latest publications, presentations and reports.
STATEMENT: Florida law requires that all state university employees "engaged in the design, conduct, or reporting of research" must disclose any and all outside activities and conflicts of interests. Pursuant to 1012.977 (FS), any such state university employee who fails to disclose such activities "shall be suspended without pay pending the outcome of an investigation which shall not exceed 60 days. Upon conclusion of the investigation, the university or entity may terminate the contract of the employee."
Research News
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Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:30:00 +0000Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:30:00 +0000UWF awarded $895,905.60 for innovative research and to improve access to early breast cancer screenings
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Mon, 29 Jul 2024 14:30:00 +0000Mon, 29 Jul 2024 14:30:00 +0000UWF awarded $320,210 to help students understand and prepare applications for security clearance
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Thu, 30 May 2024 13:30:00 +0000Thu, 30 May 2024 13:30:00 +0000UWF and three other State University System of Florida institutions partner to test a model for oyster metabolites and Vibrio bacteria
Research Events
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Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0500Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0500IRBNet 2024 Training Sessions at Online / Virtual
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Fri, 27 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0500Fri, 27 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0500Navigating Research with Argos Workshop Series at Building 4
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Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0500Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0500NIH Research Opportunity Faculty Webinar at Building 234 - Darrell Gooden Center