
Welcome to the Office of the Associate Dean for Research
The Office of the Associate Dean for Research (ADR) provides support for the College of Engineering’s research enterprise, seeking to enhance the strength and vitality of engineering research. This is accomplished by identifying new research opportunities, encouraging research collaborations, and facilitating partnerships among faculty both within and outside of U-M as well as non-University individuals and organizations.
Meet the Associate Dean

Eric Michielssen, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Research
Eric Michielssen is the Louise Ganiard Johnson Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science – Electrical and Computer Engineering Division.
Meet the Executive Director

Michael Drake
Executive Director of Research
Interim Executive Director of Advancement
Reach out to us

Colleen Root
Administrative Assistant to Eric Michielssen Associate Dean for Research
Phone: 734-647-7030
Notable Opportunities
Internal Funding
External Funding
NASA Early Stage Innovations Notice of Intent May 25th
NSF 22-561 Expanding Capacity in Quantum Information Science and Engineering June 3rd
DoE Electric Vehicles for American Low-Carbon Living (EVs4ALL) June 16th
Navy Young Investigator Program July 1st
IUSE/Professional Formation of Engineers: Revolutionizing Engineering Departments July 18th
NSF Leading Engineering for America’s Prosperity, Health, and Infrastructure September 15th
NSF Broadening Participation in Engineering Letter of Intent due September 21st