Research

A Message from the Interim Vice Chancellor for Research

Welcome to the UTC VCR’s Office.

At the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, research is a catalyst for connection, innovation, and real-world impact. As Interim Vice Chancellor for Research, my role—and the role of the Office of Research—is to support and advance the outstanding work of our faculty, researchers, and students across the university. We are committed to fostering an environment where curiosity thrives, interdisciplinary collaboration is encouraged, and ideas move beyond the lab to shape communities, industry, and policy.

UTC’s research enterprise is built on convergence. Many of today’s most pressing challenges require teams that span disciplines, institutions, and sectors. We actively support program development efforts that bring together expertise from across campus and with regional, national, and global partners. Through this work, we expand research capacity, strengthen external partnerships, and create meaningful experiential learning opportunities that prepare our students for leadership in the workforce and in research careers.

As Chattanooga’s university, UTC plays a unique role in the region’s innovation ecosystem. Our partnerships with industry, government, and community organizations enable us to translate research into tangible outcomes that benefit our city and beyond. I am deeply grateful to the faculty, staff, students, and partners who make this work possible, and I look forward to continuing to grow UTC’s research impact together.

Please don’t hesitate to contact the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research to learn more about our work or explore opportunities to collaborate.

Mina Sartipi, PhD
Interim Vice Chancellor for Research