The Department of Electrical
and Computer Engineering has several research
laboratories that are staffed by faculty, researchers, and
graduate students within the department and the College of Engineering.
Information regarding sponsored research may be obtained from
The
Ohio State University Research Foundation, and the Engineering
Experiment Station.
Research
Partnerships
Contact the Director of the
Industrial Affiliates Program for details on establishing
a research partnership. Our experience, backed by research studies,
demonstrates that better organized and adequately supported university
programs have the greatest success in attracting new employees
and transferring technology. Characteristics of a program that
meets the broadest needs of the university include:
- strategic
orientation
- long-term
commitment
- involved
alumni
- investment
in time and resources
Development
of a strategic approach usually begins with an existing recruiting
program. The involvement of a team headed by a senior executive
(a "university champion") who is supported by representatives
from key areas such as human resources, foundation giving, and
research & development adds strength and commitment.
The next step
is to seriously consider a written agreement with the university
to document the mutual commitments and expectations. The university
should also demonstrate a parallel commitment by choosing its
own champion, a ranking official who is supported by a staff that
follows up, coordinates and communicates. Such a cooperative arrangement
can build a true sense of partnership through frequent interaction,
adequate publicity and acknowledgement of accomplishments.
The best relationships
are built on a continuing and well-organized presence at the university.
This long-term commitment includes corporate representatives who
have established relationships through various interactions over
several years. Companies successful at building such relationships:
- have representatives
serving on advisory boards
- fund particularly
relevant programs coordinate their interests across various
university organizations and disciplines
- gain exposure
through seminar programs and other innovative sponsorships
- seek and
encourage research and development activities that involve their
personnel and those at the university
