Find Involvement Opportunities for Research 

Explore exciting opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research upcoming at ºÚÁÏÍø! The Office of Research invites you to participate in a variety of research trials, ranging from studies on diabetes to developmental research with infants. Your involvement helps drive innovation and enhances our understanding across various fields. Interested in joining a study or listing your own research? Fill out the submission form for research trials, and the Office of Research will ensure everything meets the necessary guidelines.

Discover how you can make a meaningful impact and advance both scientific knowledge and community well-being from Kennesaw State and beyond!

Research Trials

Get involved with Research Trials happening at ºÚÁÏÍø. Here, you can explore various research studies currently seeking volunteers for assistance. From developmental studies involving infants to clinical trials for adults, there are numerous opportunities to contribute to groundbreaking research. If you're interested in participating or want to have your own study listed, please fill out the submission form below. The Office of Research reviews all entries to ensure clarity and compliance with regulations. Browse the active studies below to find one that suits you, and contact the respective researchers for more information.

Your involvement can make a difference in advancing knowledge and improving lives at Kennesaw State and our local communities!

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Events

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    KSU and Emory Global Diabetes Research Center Symposium
    KSU and Emory Global Diabetes Research Center Symposium
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    at Prillaman Health Sciences, HS1105

    Presented by ºÚÁÏÍø and Emory University, this symposium brings together faculty from KSU, Emory, and Georgia Tech to share research on diabetes. The event includes networking with Emory’s Global Diabetes Research Center, faculty research pitches, and a lunch social with poster presentations.

    KSU Research Town Hall
    KSU Research Town Hall
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    at Prillaman Health Sciences, HS 1101

    Be sure to join the Office of Research Wednesday, October 1 from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. in Prillaman Hall HS1000 on the Kennesaw Campus for our first Town Hall event of the semester. Led by Executive Vice President for Research Dr. Karin Scarpinato, this Town Hall will provide a platform for the university community to engage in discussion on new research initiatives. We will also host a Town Hall on the Marietta Campus later in the semester. Please RSVP at your earliest convenience. We look forward to your participation!

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    Office of Research Town Hall
    Office of Research Town Hall
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    at Prillaman Health Sciences, HS1000

    Join the Office of Research for a Town Hall to hear updates on current initiatives, learn about upcoming opportunities, and engage in open discussion about the future of research at ºÚÁÏÍø.

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    HatchBridge Grand Opening
    HatchBridge Grand Opening
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    Celebrate the official launch of the new HatchBridge space—an Office of Research initiative designed to spark innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship. Join us on October 16 for an evening of networking, tours, and a first look at how HatchBridge supports startups and strengthens our community of innovators.

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    MOVE Think Tank
    MOVE Think Tank
    2:00pm

    Join us virtually on Friday, October 17 at 2:00 PM for a Health & Wellness ThinkTank in collaboration with the MOVE Center. This session will spark conversation around health, wellness, and mobility while introducing MOVE’s vision, research leads, and opportunities to connect and collaborate.

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    Office of Research Town Hall
    Office of Research Town Hall
    2:00pm
    at Atrium Building, J1122

    Join the Office of Research on the Marietta campus for a Town Hall to hear updates on current initiatives, learn about upcoming opportunities, and engage in open discussion about the future of research at ºÚÁÏÍø.

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    Sustainable Communities Workshop
    Sustainable Communities Workshop
    12:30pm

    Join us for a virtual workshop on Sustainable Communities, where we’ll explore strategies, research, and partnerships that support resilient, thriving communities. This interactive session will highlight current initiatives and open the floor for collaboration and dialogue.

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    Office of Research Open House
    Office of Research Open House
    10:00am
    at Kennesaw Hall

    Join us for the Office of Research Open House on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Faculty and staff are invited to drop by, meet our team, and trick-or-treat throughout the suite.

     

    The Office of Research suite is located on the 3rd floor of Kennesaw Hall.

    Office of Research Open House
    Office of Research Open House
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    at Kennesaw Hall, 3rd floor

    We’re delighted to invite you to the Office of Research Open House — a festive opportunity to connect, celebrate, and explore the exciting work happening in our space!
     

    Join us on Thursday, October 30, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., on the 3rd floor of Kennesaw Hall as we open our doors to welcome friends from across campus. Come enjoy some seasonal treats, learn more about our initiatives, and engage with the people behind the research support that helps make your work possible.
     

    Whether you’re stopping by for a quick hello, a handful of candy, or a deeper conversation about research collaborations, we’d love to see you there.

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November 2025

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    The Current Funding Landscape Workshop
    The Current Funding Landscape Workshop
    9:30am

    Funding mechanisms and sponsor priorities have dramatically shifted in 2025. Learn about the new priorities of federal sponsors (especially NSF, NIH, DOD), opportunities from private sponsors, and how to find the right opportunity for your projects. Attendees will also get priority scheduling for a 30-min, one-on-one session to identify funding opportunities for their project(s).

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    Fall Symposium of Student Scholars: In-Person Poster Presentations & Visual Displays
    Fall Symposium of Student Scholars: In-Person Poster Presentations & Visual Displays
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    at Marietta Event Center

    The Symposium of Student Scholars is a multi-day event designed to showcase student research at ºÚÁÏÍø. All sessions are free and open to the public!

     

    Day 1: Poster Presentations & Visual Displays

    These in-person sessions are 45-minute sessions, which begin at the top of each hour (9:00am-9:45am, 10:00am-10:45am, etc.) Students are assigned numbered spots, where they set up their research presentation and are available to discuss and answer questions to attendees.

     

    Please see the website for more information, including the event program.

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    Fall Symposium of Student Scholars: In-Person Oral Presentations & Performances
    Fall Symposium of Student Scholars: In-Person Oral Presentations & Performances
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    at Joe Mack Wilson Student Center, Ballrooms

    The Symposium of Student Scholars is a multi-day event designed to showcase student research at ºÚÁÏÍø. All sessions are free and open to the public!

     

    Day 2: Oral Presentations & Performances

    Each college is assigned a designated timeslot, and four (4) presentations are selected by administrators to best represent the scope of research happening within their specific college. These are 50-min sessions. Presenters are allotted 10-mins for their presentation and 2-mins for Q&A after.

     

    Please see the website for more information, including the schedule timetable.

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    Fall Symposium of Student Scholars: Virtual Presentations - All Types
    Fall Symposium of Student Scholars: Virtual Presentations - All Types
    12:00pm

    The Symposium of Student Scholars is a multi-day event designed to showcase student research at ºÚÁÏÍø. All sessions are free and open to the public!

     

    Day 3: Virtual Presentations

    These are virtual presentations of all types, held on Microsoft TEAMS. Each presenter is allotted 15-mins for presentations and Q&A.

     

    Please see see the website for more information.

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December 2025

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January 2026

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April 2026

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May 2026

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June 2026

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