Research Results Exhibition

The Research and Innovation Support Service (RISS) is the executive administrative arm for the promotion and enhancement of research and innovation at the University of Cyprus. This is made possible through support in attracting funding, in the management of internal and external research projects, through the parallel development and promotion of best practices in project management, in the evaluation and protection of intellectual property rights and in the exploitation of research results through knowledge transfer activities. The RISS also has as main objectives to support the Committees and the Rectorate in the establishment of research and innovation policies, the optimal allocation and management of internal funds related to research and innovation, the increase of successful research proposals through quality support to the academic/research community of UCY, the efficient financial management of research projects and the optimal protection and exploitation of their research results. RISS is also responsible for the operation of the University of Cyprus YUFE (Young Universities for the future of Europe) office.