| JANUARY 2024 Office of Research & Sponsored Programs Vol. 3, Issue 5
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Happy New Year!
Welcome back, dear readers, to another promising year of research excellence! As we embark on the journey of 2024, the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs extends a warm welcome to all our esteemed colleagues, faculty, staff, students, and partners.
In the spirit of the new year, let us collectively foster an environment of innovation, collaboration, and discovery. Together, we can navigate the ever-evolving landscape of research and academia, pushing the boundaries of knowledge, and contributing to the advancement of our communities.
Thank you for being a vital part of our vibrant research community. Wishing you all a prosperous and fulfilling 2024!
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Have Feral Peacocks Become a Problem?
The Memorial-area neighborhood of Heathwood and its adjacent communities have lived among peacocks for decades now, but residents are divided as to whether the invasive species is a problem.
While some residents report the birds are aggressive and destructive to property, the peafowl have a devoted following among other residents who say their beauty enhances the neighborhood.
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(Photo courtesy of Kirk Sides)
The flock is well known among ornithologists and invasive species experts and has become a case-study in invasive bird species, said Ashley R. Morgan-Olvera, director of research and education for the Texas Invasive Species Institute (TISI) at SHSU.
Click below to read the full article and learn more about these vibrant Memorial-area residents.
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ORSP Feedback Forums
Coming up next month, we will be hosting 3 open forums, which aim to facilitate open communication, gather valuable feedback, address questions, and encourage input from the campus community regarding the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP). Your input is crucial in shaping the future of research and sponsored programs on our campus.
If you are interested in attending, please fill out this form to submit a question or comment. Registration is NOT required. Even if you are unable to attend, you may submit a question or comment (using the linked form above), that will be addressed during the forums. All submissions are anonymous.
Forum dates:
- Mon. Feb 5, 3-4 PM - ORSP Conference Room
- Thur. Feb 8, 4-5 PM - ORSP Conference Room
- TBA, College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) Conference Room
Please contact our team if you have any questions or need assistance locating our office. We hope to see you there!
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The College of Education (COE) Research Center is hosting Noelle Wyman Roth. Noelle is the Assistant Director of the Applied Research, Evaluation, and Engagement group at Duke University’s Social Science Research Institute. Noelle is a mixed methods evaluator and applied researcher with particular expertise in qualitative methods. She has been a Certified NVivo Trainer since 2013.
What you'll learn in this training:
- Best practices for NVivo project set-up
- Advice for structuring codebooks to make the most of NVivo's capabilities
- Approaches to collaboration when using NVivo for analysis as a team
When: January 25th, from 12-2 PM (no registration required)
Where: via Zoom (click here to join)
Please contact Maribeth Jorgensen (ext. 4-118) if you have any questions or need assistance.
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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.
In all areas, and levels of experience, SHSU is dedicated to supporting our staff and faculty in taking that step towards innovation and change.
We want to highlight the faculty and staff members below, who have submitted impactful grant proposals in the past month:
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Additionally, we want to highlight the faculty and staff members below, whose grant proposals were awarded in the past month:
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SHSU Grant Activity as of December 2023
FY24 (YTD)
64 proposals submitted for $39,316,554
31 proposals awarded for $16,805,956
FY23 (YTD)
74 proposals submitted for $57,968,211
39 proposals awarded for $8,057,835
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Dough-re-mi: Funding Opportunities to Fund Your Research Dreams
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We know that finding and applying for grants can be challenging. We have partnered with GrantForward to bring the SHSU research community a powerful funding search engine.
To get started, go to grantforward.com, log in using your SHSU email address and click on the 'single sign-on option'. To begin searching, go to the Grants tab on the menu bar, and select 'search grant opportunities'.
Visit our find funding page for more information and resources.
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Equipment & Instrumentation
Additionally, our team has compiled a comprehensive list of grants and funding opportunities tailored specifically for acquiring essential equipment and instrumentation. This curated selection aims to streamline the process for accessing resources that align with SHSU's goals, fostering growth, and making a meaningful impact within our community.
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Visit our resources webpage for a repository of webinars, trainings, templates and other guidance to assist you in your research. We're always looking for ways to improve, so please let us know if you have any feedback or suggestions for new resources.
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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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Student Research Opportunities
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May 26, 2024
SPARC offers a 10-week mentored summer research program at George Washington University (GW) Cancer Center. This program is intended for undergraduate underrepresented in STEM who are considering Ph.D. training and a career in cancer research.
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