Part IV of CUMIRP provides participants a venue to
scope out potential programs through idea development and concept
feasibility in short duration, focused research studies. The research
projects are conducted under a Memorandum of Understanding, which
incorporates the basic framework of a research agreement with a brief
statement of work and project objectives.
Part IV is recommended as a means for concept exploration to
establish
initial feasibility and preliminary results. This information is useful
in determining whether a longer term research program (Part II) is
warranted and assists in providing research direction. This mechanism
provides access to faculty expertise, specialized research services and
facilities often necessary in defining a sound research program. Part
IV projects carry a lower University overhead rate (comparable to Part
III), maximizing your research funds. This program is available on a
limited basis with agreement of the individual faculty member and the
CUMIRP Director.
