The University of Idaho is home to world-class researchers who drive the innovation and discovery that leads Idaho and the nation forward. Competition for this high-caliber talent has become exceedingly intense. The IRIC will enhance the University’s reputation as a premier national research institution; and it will provide the first-rate facilities, equipment and technologies needed to attract, retain and support the best and brightest faculty and student researchers.

The IRIC will:

• Be reserved for high research activity led by outstanding faculty members, graduate students, and post-doctoral candidates.
• Utilize a meritorious system to award research space to top faculty members who are leading strategic, multi-year projects.
• Serve as a campus centerpiece and proud showcase for the University’s globally competitive research programs.