Across the FSU campus, faculty-driven groups are forming around shared research interest areas. Research Development supports a number of these university-wide Research Interest Groups (RIGs) aimed at promoting interdisciplinary research. These groups convene regularly to discuss research interests and share ideas. Outcomes from RIGs can include workshops, new collaborations, and joint grant proposals. In addition, a number of Special Interest Groups (SIGs) have also been formed with these same goals in mind. Interested faculty, staff, postdocs, and graduate students should reach out to the Faculty Champion or RD Facilitator listed below.
High Entropy Materials (HEM) Interdisciplinary Research Group
Objective: Connect existing activities and interest in High Entropy Materials (HEMs) and explore potential research opportunities with an eye on obtaining additional research funding.
Faculty Champion: Dr. Vladimir Dobrosavljevic, Professor of Physics
RD Staff Facilitator: Dr. Tracy Ippolito
ISL Advanced Technology Working Group
Objective: Explore and leverage emerging technologies such as AI to improve the quality of life for older adults. Focus on technologies that can be integrated into daily living, assist with health monitoring, and provide cognitive and social engagement.
Faculty Champion: Dr. Zhe He, Associate Professor & Interim Director for the Institute for Successful Longevity (ISL)
ISL Basic Science Working Group
Objective: Investigate the fundamental biological, psychological, and social mechanisms of aging. This group aims to uncover new knowledge that could lead to groundbreaking treatments and preventive strategies.?
Faculty Champion: Dr. Ravi Nagpal, Assistant Professor in Health, Nutrition, and Food Science
ISL Clinical Research Working Group
Objective: Enhance clinical practices and interventions that improve health outcomes for the older adults. This group will focus on translational research that bridges the gap between laboratory research and practical, clinical applications.
Faculty Champion: Dr. Julia Sheffler, Assistant Professor in Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine
Math Interest Group
Objective: The purpose of this group is to connect faculty in the math learning/education research space across the different units, to assist with sharing research with a broader group, foster collaborations (e.g., funding opportunities), and provide an avenue to share resources.
New and Immersive Media Design Interest Group
Objective: This group is made up of faculty and staff from across campus who are engaged in virtual reality (VR) development and related technologies.
Faculty Champion: Dr. Andy Opel, Professor, School of Communication
Quantum Initiative
Objective: The purpose of this group is to connect
members of the FSU research community who work in the areas relevant to the FSU Quantum Themes.
Faculty Champion: Dr. Mike Shatruk, Professor and Director of the FSU Quantum Initiative
SYNC - Synergy for Neuromodulation Communities
Objective: This is a group of faculty researchers and clinical partners who are broadly interested in neuromodulation techniques (e.g., transcranial magnetic stimulation, virtual reality, music therapy and sensory neuromodulation) and the underlying mechanisms through which impact symptom management and overall well-being.
Faculty Champion: Dr. Andy Kozel, Professor, FSU College of Medicine and Director, FSU Neuromodulation
Interested in starting a RIG?
We invite researchers interested in starting a Research Interest Group to contact our Program Director for Strategic Research Advancement.
