What Is the Research Connect Program?
The Research Connect Program is the modernization effort that will encompass multiple projects over the next three years.
Introduction to Research Connect - Recording Introduction to Research Connect - Presentation (PDF)-
WVU+kc and Manual Process Replacement
WVU+kc is currently the primary system used for research reviews and approvals. WVU+kc and other systems and manual processes will be replaced with a modern, integrated electronic research administration (ERA). The new ERA system will be based on an enter-once philosophy to decrease the time researchers spend on submissions.
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Re-Engineered Business Processes
All business processes will be reviewed to ensure alignment with R1 research processes. This will include working to integrate workflows with other departments (partners) that have roles in reviewing and approving research.
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Integration/APIs
Integration of other systems used for research administration and compliance to decrease duplicate data entry and provide the needed information to reviewers and approvers in a timely, automated manner.
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Data Accessibility and Reporting
The new system will provide modern reporting capabilities that researchers can easily use, and data will be portable to other reporting tools. The Research Office, in conjunction with the WVU Office of Institutional Data and Analytics, will work to provide data definitions and ensure data integrity and accessibility.
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Training
The Research Office and the project team will provide multiple training opportunities for the research community in the form of vendor training, videos, and website guidance.