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The Owens Institute for Behavioral Research (OIBR) facilitates innovative social and behavioral science research by providing University of Georgia faculty with expert grants administration services, networking events to increase interdisciplinary collaboration, career development opportunities, and mentoring.

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$79M

PROPOSALS SUBMITTED
340

AWARD RATE
33%

OIBR NEWS

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Can a Sense of Humor Make College Classes Better? UGA Research Says Yes!

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UGA Selects Class of 2026 Advanced Leaders Program

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Tessa Andrews Receives 2025 OIBR Lillian Eby Mentoring Award

EVENTS AND DEADLINES

Funding Opportunity	OIBR Seed Grant Applications Due	March 16, 2026
Events	Tea Time with OIBR Distinguished Scholars	Ongoing
Event	Russell Sage Foundation Information Session	April 3, 2026
Event	Annual Owens Lecture: Dr. Bruce Western	April 3, 2026
Event	Gathering in the Garden	April 30, 2026
Ongoing	OIBR PIVOT Funds	More Info.
Ongoing	Grants-on-the-Edge	FY25-26 Info.

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