Deans Research Council (DRC)
Charge
The Dean's Research Council (DRC) is tasked with advancing transdisciplinary research collaborations across the University of Virginia. By fostering cross-unit partnerships and strategic initiatives, the DRC supports UVA’s growth as a nationally recognized research university, further strengthening our reputation through discovery and scholarship. The DRC plays a critical advisory role in overseeing Research Core Facilities, Research Centers, and Institutes, offering guidance and recommendations aligned with the council's mission and goals.
Mission
Through strategic partnerships and resource stewardship, the DRC aims to elevate UVA’s national research profile, increasing research funding to enhance our capabilities and drive innovation, and promote a culture of interdisciplinary discovery that propels our institution to new heights.
Members:
Malo Hutson, Dean
Christa Acampora, Dean
Sarah Kucenas, Associate Dean for Research
Yael Grushka-Cockayne, Dean
Rich Evans, Associate Dean for Research
Amanda Cowen, Interim Dean
Amar Cheema, Associate Dean for Research
Ryan Wright, back up
Jeffrey Blume, Interim Dean
Peter Beling, Associate Dean for Research
Stephanie Rowley, Dean
Nate Hixon, Associate Dean for Research
Jennifer West, Dean
Brian Smith, Associate Dean for Research
Jeff Fox, back up
Leslie Kendrick, Dean
Ashley Deeks, Associate Dean for Research
Colin Derdeyn, Interim Dean
Jeffrey Martens, Sr. Associate Dean for Research
Suzanne Jan de Beur, Associate Dean of Clinical Research
Jeanne Alhusen, Interim Dean
Windy Alonso, Associate Dean for Research
Eileen Chou, Interim Dean
Jay Shimshack, Associate Dean for Research
Lori L. McMahon, VP for Research
Gwen Bouchie, Exe. Director for Research Strategy & Communications
Fred Epstein, Associate VP for Research
Brie Gertler, Interim EVP & Provost
Kelly Hochstetler, Associate VP for Compliance & Policy
Laura Kozma, Associate VP for Operations & Exe. Director Office of Sponsored Programs
Mitch Rosner, EVP, Health System
Doug Shontz, Associate University Counsel and Assistant Attorney General
Julia Smith, Federal Relations
Cheryl Wagner, Chief of Staff, OVPR