Research and Innovation
The Office of Research and Innovation works to advance the university’s strategic initiatives around research and innovation and to provide an infrastructure that supports idea generation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization across campus. The office oversees a variety of functional areas, including research compliance and sponsored programs, and several key initiatives, such as Marquette's NSF-funded ADVANCE initiative, The Explorer Challenge, the 707 Hub powered by Kohler Center for Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation Initiative, the Institute for Women's Leadership, the Athletic and Human Performance Research Center.
Upcoming Events
Distinguished Scholars Awards (RSVP here by March 17)
March 27, 2025 | 2:30-5:00 PM | Monagham Ballroom AMU
- Poster gallery open at 2:30 PM
- Ceremony at 3:00 PM
- Reception to follow
Current Announcements
- Explorer Challenge 2.0 - ideas submission portal OPEN! Learn more here
- Explorer Challenge 2.0 pitch templates available now (required; due March 27)

Research News
Faculty honored at Distinguished Scholars Program
Twelve faculty members were honored Tuesday at the Distinguished Scholars Program, which recognizes faculty for outstanding achievement in research and scholarship.
The The 707 Hub is a space designed to foster collaboration and innovation.