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April 13 – 16, 2026

Rutgers–Camden is an R2 research university where important contributions to the production of new knowledge are made every day. In the natural sciences and the social sciences, in the humanities and in the fine arts, our scholar-teachers are leaders in their fields whose work is dedicated to solving real-world problems, creating new pathways for advancing multi-disciplinary expertise, and enhancing the richness of the human experience. At Rutgers–Camden, undergraduate and graduate students alike participate, side by side, with their faculty mentors in conducting the research that enriches the educational enterprise and highlights the culture of collegiality and collaboration that is a hallmark of our campus.

Support for the vast array of research projects and initiatives is a priority that is enthusiastically embraced across the College. We encourage students and faculty to take full advantage of the resources dedicated to enabling innovative, creative, and cutting-edge research.

Arts and Sciences Faculty Funding

Chair:  Dr. Suneeta Ramaswami, Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs
rsuneeta@camden.rutgers.edu
(856) 225-6439

Graduate School Student Funding 

Chair: Dr. Michelle Meloy, Associate Dean of the Graduate School–Camden
mlmeloy@camden.rutgers.edu
(856) 225-6149

CCAS/UCC Undergraduate Student Funding

Chair: Dr. Joseph Schiavo, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education
schiavo@camden.rutgers.edu 
(856) 225-6539
Coordinator: Julie Roncinske, Assistant Dean III
jstrasse@camden.rutgers.edu 
(856) 225-2953 

Arts and Sciences Research and Funding Committee

  • Permanent members: Dr. Michelle Meloy (chair-graduate), Dr. Joseph Schiavo (chair-undergraduate), Dr. Suneeta Ramaswami (chair-faculty), Julie Roncinske (non-voting)
  • Humanities and Fine Arts: Dr. Elizabeth Pilliod (2-year term, through 2027) and Dr. James Brown (2-year term, through 2026)
  • Social Sciences: Dr. Richard Stansfield (2-year term, through 2027) and Dr. Lauren Daniel (2-year term, through 2026) 
  • Natural Sciences and Mathematics: Dr. Julianne Griepenburg (2-year term, through 2027) and Dr. Alex Roche (2-year term, through 2026)

Rutgers–Camden Campus-wide Research Funding

The Research Office at Rutgers University–Camden supports faculty and student research across the campus by working with faculty and students to identify appropriate funding and collaborative opportunities to advance their work.

Additionally, the Research Office hosts events to promote ongoing research and creative activities.

For opportunities across the campus, contact the Research Office directly.