Grant and sponsored program activity achieves another record

During the 2006-2007 academic year, UMass Boston set a new record for grant and sponsored program awards— $45,435,687, an 8.77% increase over FY07 and a total increase of nearly 50% in the last six years. UMass Boston received 312 awards, a 28.93% increase over FY07. A total of 351 proposals were submitted. Also in FY08, a total of 592 active sponsored programs (a 12.76% increase over FY07) expended $38,895,922 (a 12.48% increase over FY07).

UMass Boston’s researchers work long and hard to be successful. With their fingers on the pulse of the region and its needs, they create the new knowledge that helps drive the growth of the region’s economy. Their grant and sponsored program activity also strengthens the social fabric of the region by supporting neighborhoods and providing arts and cultural activities for thousands of people. Whatever the topic their research addresses, the goal is impact. We celebrate their success!