The core purpose of the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED) is to advance Mississippi State University's preeminence in research and spur economic growth. ORED provides services to support research and strategically leads the university's economic development activities. ORED's functions range form supporting the identification of new research funding opportunities and submission of grant proposals to post-award financial management and research regulatory affairs. The office directs research commercialization, including patenting and licensing, and serves as a central point for industry access. As part of ORED, the Director of Animal Resources and Attending Veterinarian reports directly to the Vice President of Research and Economic Development and will serve as a member of the senior leadership team. The regulated animal care programs include facilities within the main campus in Starkville, and also facilities in Pearl and Stoneville, MS. These facilities house a wide variety of vertebrate species used in biomedical research and instruction.