The Frontiers Research Institute unites faculty and staff across Michigan Tech to drive cutting-edge fundamental and applied research. We empower our members by supporting the development of competitive research proposals, coordinating multi-investigator teams and projects, guiding post-award management and compliance, and fostering collaboration both within Michigan Tech and with external partners.
Through shared resources and strategic integration, Frontiers Research Institute accelerates Michigan Tech’s ability to address complex, high-impact research challenges.
Mission
The mission of the Frontiers Research Institute is to advance Michigan Technological University’s position as a global leader in discovery, innovation, and impact in both fundamental and applied research.
Scope and Activities
Frontiers brings together faculty and staff from across Michigan Technological University to enable and advance high-impact research initiatives. The Institute supports its members by:
- Facilitating the development and submission of competitive research proposals.
- Coordinating and supporting multi-investigator and interdisciplinary research teams.
- Providing guidance and assistance with post-award management and compliance.
- Encouraging collaboration across campus and with external academic, government, and industry partners.
Through these activities, Frontiers strengthens Michigan Tech’s research enterprise and enhances its national and international research profile.
Organizational Structure
Frontiers is a collaborative coalition of centers. The founding centers of Frontiers include:
- Michigan Tech Aerospace Research Center (MARC)
- Michigan Tech Transportation Institute (MTTI)
- Institute of Materials Processing (IMP)
- Research and Innovation in STEAM Education (RISE)
Executive Leadership
Executive Director
The Executive Director provides overall leadership and strategic oversight of FRONTIERS.
Director of Business Operations
The Director of Business Operations supervises the FRONTIERS administrative staff and assists the Executive Director.
Frontiers Directors Committee
The Frontiers Directors Committee consists of the Executive Director, the Director of Business Operations, and the directors of the affiliated centers.