Dr. Ingrid Y. Padilla is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering and Surveying at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez (UPRM). She has extensive experience in environmental and water resources engineering, leading multidisciplinary research programs that address groundwater contamination and water sustainability. In addition, Dr. Padilla has held key leadership roles in research administration and capacity building at UPRM, making her a champion for advancing collaborative research and forging strategic partnerships in Emerging Research Institutions.
Join Dr. Ingrid Y. Padilla, Professor at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez, for an insightful look at how Emerging Research Institutions (ERIs) shape the broader research ecosystem. In her talk, “Research Administration in Emerging Research Institutions,” Dr. Padilla will explore the unique structures, processes, and challenges facing ERIs, while highlighting opportunities to build meaningful, bidirectional partnerships across various types of research institutions. This presentation is a must for anyone interested in advancing collaborative, inclusive research administration practices.