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= University Technology Transfer Function =
While Furman has no formal Technology Transfer Function, the university does have a number of initiatives that explore ways to connect university research with industry partners and other institutions.
The '''Office of Integrative Research in the Sciences (OIRS)''' is responsible for developing, managing and assessing programmatic opportunities that cut across Furman’s science disciplines. Created by the Provost’s Office in 2008 and directed by Prof. John Wheeler, OIRS currently includes a full-time staff of three including Dr. Wheeler, Dr. John Kaup (Coordinator of Science Education) and Ms. Sydney Wood (Administrative Assistant). In total, these programs reflect more than $7M in funds supporting student and faculty research, curricular development, and outreach at Furman University. In addition to providing supervision of external programs, OIRS is engaged with both on-campus and off-campus initiatives that enhance research and educational opportunities for Furman faculty, Furman students, professional scientists and the K-12 sector across the Upstate of South Carolina.
= Regional and Local Economic Development Efforts =
