Research Support

Department of Contracts and Grants

Support services for finding sources of support, preparing proposals, contract negotiations, and miscellaneous post-award services

Health Research Association

Manages educational and research activities at the LAC/USC Medical Center, as well as provides seed grants and travel awards to its members

The Institutional Review Board

Assures the protection of human subjects in research projects by reviewing proposals and monitoring research involving human subjects

Office of Technology Licensing

Assistance in technology licensing and technology transfer for the university, including licensing USC technologies to startup companies

Research Involving Human Subjects

Policies and regulations governing research with human subjects

Scientific Conduct Committee

Ensures adherence to research standards at the University by reviewing and evaluating all allegations of deviant conduct

Trademarks and Licensing Services

Internal and external usage of USC's identifying marks, trademark registration, licensing, and graphic identity issues

USC Commercialization Resource

Support for USC researchers considering starting a new company, seeking an industry sponsor for future research at USC, or considering licensing USC technologies or trademarks