| JULY 2023 Office of Research & Sponsored Programs Vol. 2, Issue 11
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2023 BRIDGE Program Awardees
Dr. Michael T. Stephenson, provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs, is pleased to announce the 2023 awardees of the BRIDGE Program (Building Research, Innovation, Discovery, and Growing Engagement). Out of the 27 full submissions received, the review committee selected four projects to fund. In no particular order, they are:
Effectiveness of a Community-Based Intervention of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes Management in a Rural and Underserved Community
- PI: Ryan Marek
- Team: Michael Griffin (Molecular & Cellular Biology), Owen Kelly (Molecular & Cellular Biology), Oluwaseun Olaiya (Primary Care & Clinical Medicine), Chelsea Ratcliff (Psychology & Philosophy)
Establishment of the Biomedical Research, Innovation, Training, and Employment (BRITE) consortium at Sam Houston State University
- PIs: Mardelle Atkins (Biological Sciences), Donovan Haines (Chemistry), Sharmin Hasan (Biological Sciences)
- Team: Diego Alvarez (Physiology & Pharmacology), Meagan Hinze (Chemistry), Khalid M. Khan (Public Health), Aaron Lynne (Biological Sciences), Jailenne Quiñones (Clinical Anatomy), David Thompson (Chemistry), Stephen White (Psychology & Philosophy)
Machine-Learning Algorithm to Optimize the Carbon Sequestration and Noise Attenuation of Roadside Vegetation in Texas
- PI: Momen Mousa (Engineering Technology)
- Team: John Pascarella (Biological Sciences)
Urban Agribusiness Ventures to Connect and Engage our Hispanic Community
- PI: Shyam Sivankutty Nair (Agricultural Sciences)
- Team: Alma Contreras-Vanegas (Teaching & Learning), Mark Hainline (Agricultural Sciences), Kaitlin Hopkins (Agricultural Sciences), Roozbeh Irani-Kermani (Agricultural Sciences), ABM Rezbaul Islam (Computer Science)
Congratulations to these interdisciplinary teams, who represent five of our eight colleges! We look forward to see the impactful work that will come from these researchers and how these projects will go on to be competitive for large-scale, sustainable state and federal funding
Thank you to our thoughtful internal review committee as well as those of you who submitted proposals. This was a competitive program, and we are proud of the incredible research pursuits happening at SHSU. Visit the program webpage or contact our team for more information.
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Faculty Development Opportunities
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USDA PPA
If you were unable to attend in-person but are interested in accessing the webinar recording, please contact our team.
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Scholarly Innovation Summit
We will be hosting a Research Fair on Tuesday, September 26 as part of the the Scholarly Innovation Summit. Submission acceptances to the fair have been announced. To be added to the waitlist for consideration, please email Sarah Browning.
Our team has developed research posters to provide you with resources to use in your presentation. As a reminder, posters accepted into the fair will be paid for by ORSP if printed on-campus.
Consider Adding Summit to Syllabi
Please consider adding the Scholarly Summit to your syllabus. This would allow you to attend sessions that are of interest to your professional development, and it would also give your students the opportunity to attend sessions that are tailored to their interests.
Session Highlight
As we get closer to the date, we will highlight a different session each month to inform you of the different subjects and topics covered in the Summit. This month's session is Bridging Barriers Between Industry and Academia
Description: In today's rapidly evolving economy, bridging the gap between industry and academia has become more important than ever. To help facilitate this connection, we are hosting a session focused on bringing together researchers, industry professionals, and other stakeholders to explore opportunities for collaboration and knowledge-sharing. This session will provide a platform for participants to discuss best practices, share insights, and explore potential partnerships that can drive innovation and economic growth. With a focus on practical, actionable strategies and real-world case studies, this session promises to be a valuable forum for anyone interested in building bridges between industry and academia. Join us to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and explore new possibilities for collaboration and growth.
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Grant Slam
We appreciate SHSU faculty, staff, and students for their proactive approach in the search for new knowledge and for consistently demonstrating their concern about the world in which we live; applying their findings and skills to solving many of the problems facing contemporary society.
SHSU is dedicated to supporting the discovery of new knowledge, insights, and forms of expression through innovative research and other creative activities. On all areas, and levels of experience, we support our staff and faculty for taking that step towards innovation and change.
We want to give a big shoutout to the faculty and staff members below, who have submitted impactful grant proposals in the past month:
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- Dr. J. Tyler Davidson (Department of Forensic Science) submitted a $5.5k proposal to the Douglas M. Lucas Grants program at the Forensic Science Foundation (FSF).
- Dr. Jaime Anderson (Department of Psychology & Philosophy) submitted a $15k proposal to the Wayne F. Placek Grants program at the American Psychological Foundation (APF).
- Dr. Ashley Morgan-Olvera (Texas Invasive Species Institute) submitted a $65k proposal to the FY24 Texasinvasives.org Education program at the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.
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Meet Your New Nightmare, the Hammerhead Worm
Invasive species are on the rise across the U.S., but they just seem more extreme in Texas (is everything really bigger here?). We’ve got crazy ants that chew through the insulation on electrical wiring, feral hogs that stomp lawns into mud pits, and zebra mussels that slice open swimmers’ feet.
The latest animal to expand its territory in Texas is a poisonous, slimy, and sort-of-immortal creature that may well be lurking in your garden at this very moment. Texas Invasive Species Institute (TISI)'s Dr. Ashley Morgan-Olvera spoke to Texas Monthly about the hammerhead worm.
Click here to read the full article and learn more!
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SHSU Machine Learning Summer Camp
Through the William K. and Katherine W. Estes Fund grant from the Association for Psychological Science and Psychonomic Society, Dr. Adam Natoli (Psychology & Philosophy) and Dr. ABM Islam (Computer Science) developed a machine learning summer camp at SHSU.
The funded project is to host a summer training program at SHSU dedicated to introducing student, early career, and established researchers to fundamental concepts related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, and other relevant methods and provide instruction and practice applying these techniques to measure and model psychological concepts.
Watch the full interview below to learn more about this interdisciplinary project!
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SHSU Grant Activity
FY23 (YTD)
184 proposals submitted for $112,036,280
81 proposals awarded for $25,939,458
FY22 (YTD)
143 proposals submitted for $81,775,647
57 proposals awarded for $19,783,923
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Dough-re-mi: Funding Opportunities to Fund Your Research Dreams
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HSI Funding Opportunities
Our team has meticulously researched and curated a list of grants, and other funding opportunities specifically designed for a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), so you can easily find and apply for the funding you need. With our list, you will have access to opportunities that will help you achieve your goals and make a positive impact in our community. Start exploring the HSI funding opportunities available to you!
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NSF Plans for Safe & Inclusive Work Environment When Conducting Off-Campus Research
New or renewal proposals to the National Science Foundation (NSF) submitted January 30, 2023 or later that are funded will require that PIs take an additional step to safeguard participants when engaging in off-campus research activities. Our team has developed guidance and a template that can be found on our Resource page.
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Webinar Repository
Our webinar repository is here to provide you with the resources and tools you need to succeed in the competitive world of grant writing.
From mastering the art of grant writing and budgeting, to navigating the submission and award process, our collection of webinars covers all different stages of the grant life cycle. You'll learn from experts in the field who will share their knowledge and experience on how to write winning grants and secure funding for your projects.
Whether you're a seasoned professional looking to expand your skill set or just starting out on your grant writing journey, we hope you find these resources helpful. Our team works diligently to update the webinars available to ensure you have access to the most relevant sources.
Did not find what you were looking for? Contact our team and we can help guide you in the right direction.
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Wondering how to get started with our team?
We are always accessible, and you can begin engaging with us whenever you are comfortable. If you are still in the ideation stage or looking for funding opportunities, then reach out to our Research and Proposal Development team. If you already have a grant identified and are ready to begin the development of documents then submit a Pre-Proposal Notification (PPN) form, and we will get a team assigned to assist you in the preparation and submission process.
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