In addition to faculty presentations, the event will feature innovation stations, research-strengths posters, and informal networking opportunities—all aimed at encouraging meaningful conversations and future collaboration. We hope you’ll join us to connect, collaborate and help shape the future of research and creative excellence at UMKC.

Vice Chancellor's Welcome

Dear Colleagues,

With great enthusiasm, I invite you to attend this year’s UMKC Research Summit—a signature event celebrating the depth and diversity of research, scholarship, and creative activity across our campus.

More than a showcase, the Summit is a catalyst for connection. Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to hear from faculty across disciplines as they share the core ideas driving their work, the impact they aim to make, and the collaborations that could help bring their efforts to the next level. Presentations will be grouped in interdisciplinary clusters to spark dialogue and uncover new possibilities for partnership.

Whether you’re presenting your work, seeking new connections, or simply curious about the exciting research happening at UMKC, this event offers a space to engage, explore shared interests, and contribute to a vibrant culture of innovation.

I hope you’ll join us for this energizing day of discovery, collaboration, and forward momentum. Your presence and participation will help shape the conversations and partnerships that follow.

Warm regards,

Sumeet Dua, Ph.D.

Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation

Faculty Participant Information

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Research Summit Goals

Promote partnerships among faculty across different disciplines

Encourage faculty leaders to present their work, maximizing engagement

Integrate traditional research and creative efforts through collaboration

Enhance cross visibility by highlighting diverse research across campus