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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%

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2026 Annual William A. Owens Lecture

2026 Faculty Recognition

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

EVENTS AND DEADLINES

Description	Name	Date
Event	Gathering in the Garden	April 30, 2026
Call for Applications	2026-2028 Grant Development Program	May 1, 2026
Ongoing	OIBR PIVOT Funds	More Info.
Ongoing	Grants-on-the-Edge	FY25-26 Info.

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