Tarleton State Research and Funding Opportunities |
Below are important announcements, resources and funding opportunities with deadlines that generally offer at least two months lead time. Should you need assistance identifying the right grant opportunities for your research, please fill out the Funding Opportunity Search Assistance (FOSA) form. If you wish to pursue any of these opportunities, please complete the Notice of Intent to Seek External Funding (NOISE) form at least 15 business days in advance of the submission deadline.
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TAMUS Research Excellence Fund Internal Processes |
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In response to the TAMUS Research Excellence Fund (REF) solicitation, RIED has developed the following webpage to provide Tarleton State researchers with the internal REF submission information and guidelines.
TAMUS Research Excellence Fund – Internal Submission Information
Please note Tarleton State University is limited on the number of total proposal submissions and on the total number of awarded projects we can receive. In order for RIED to review, approve and submit a proposal, an internal deadline has been set for each REF program.
We highly encourage you all to strategically connect with your TAMUS colleagues to provide collaborative support on REF proposals external to Tarleton State's submissions. As needed, RIED is here to facilitate cross-institutional collaboration for Tarleton State faculty and researchers.
Direct specific TAMUS REF program questions to TAMUS via ref@tamus.edu.
No NOISE Form required for TAMUS REF proposal submission.
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RIED UPCOMING TRAINING AND EVENTS |
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Finding Funding: A Curated Approach
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
12:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location:
Research & Economic Development Building
1225 N. US Hwy 281, Stephenville, TX 76401
RSVP
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Research Pre-Award, Post-Award and Compliance Training Opportunities
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RIED supports training for all grant management and research development functions, including Pre-Award, Research Compliance, Post-Award Processes and finding funding opportunities. Please contact us via email at research@tarleton.edu to schedule training for your department.
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FEATURED FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES |
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DIVISION OF HEALTH SCIENCES |
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Advancing Healthcare Quality and Delivery Research
Link: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-24-156.html
Sponsor: United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Awards: $400,000
Deadline: May 25, 2026
Summary: This opportunity invites research on enhancing healthcare quality, patient safety and whole-person care across various settings. It encourages collaboration among diverse stakeholders, including patients, clinicians, and policymakers, to improve healthcare delivery and practice.
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COLLEGE OF KINESIOLOGY AND SPORT SCIENCE |
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Advancing Soldier-Centric Military Technologies
Link: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360012
Sponsor: DoD
Awards: Varies
Deadline: Feb. 27, 2030
Summary: Focused on enhancing soldier capabilities, this initiative spans combat feeding, protection, survivability, human performance, expeditionary support, aerial delivery and simulation technologies. Research aims to overcome technological barriers through innovation in nanotechnology, AI, biomechanics, energy efficiency and advanced training systems.
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Advancing Research in Sports Medicine and Exercise Science
Link: https://www.acsm.org/foundation/funding/travel-award-descriptions
Sponsor: American College of Sports Medicine
Awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies
Summary: Supports research and presentations in sports medicine, exercise science and related fields, including women's health, physical fitness and exercise physiology. Encourages knowledge sharing and professional development at the ACSM Annual Meeting through travel and registration awards for eligible members.
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COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND CLINICAL PROFESSIONS |
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Advancing Early-Career Research in Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Link: https://www.sportsmed.org/research/grants
Sponsor: American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)
Awards: $40,000
Deadline: May 15, 2026
Summary: Supports early-career investigators in orthopedic sports medicine through clinical and basic science research projects. Emphasizes mentorship and training in hypothesis development, experimental design, execution and interpretation to foster leadership in research.
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Enhancing Health Information Access for Areas Experiencing Health Disparities
Link: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-24-281.html
Sponsor: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Awards: Upper $600,000
Deadline: LOI – April 24, 2026; Full – May 25, 2026
Summary: This Notice of Funding Opportunity Announcement (NOFO) invites resource grant applications for projects that deliver accurate, useful, and understandable health information to populations experiencing health disparities by leveraging information technology and medical or health libraries to disseminate clear, evidence‑based resources. It emphasizes creating or enhancing information tools and services that improve health and well‑being, reduce disparities, and expand access to reliable health information for individuals and their healthcare providers.
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DIVISION OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS |
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COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS |
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Innovative Methods for Longitudinal Brain Research
Link: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-279.html
Sponsor: NIH
Awards: Varies
Deadline: June 5, 2026
Summary: This initiative seeks multidisciplinary research on novel methods to measure brain activity, connectivity and genomics across the lifespan. It aims to enhance understanding of neurodevelopment and aging, including neurodevelopmental origins of health and disease, through innovative longitudinal studies in humans and animals.
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Enhancing Core Facilities for Cancer Research
Link: http://www.cprit.state.tx.us/funding-opportunities
Sponsor: Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT)
Awards: Up to $2M; Varies
Deadline: Dec. 2, 2026
Summary: This opportunity aims to develop or improve core facilities supporting diverse cancer research projects in Texas. It focuses on multidisciplinary areas including cancer biology, genetics, prevention, clinical studies, epidemiology and health services, fostering collaboration among Texas-based investigators.
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MAYFIELD COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING |
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Advancing Civil Aviation and Space Transportation Research
Link: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/328902
Sponsor: Federal Aviation Administration – US Department of Transportation
Awards: $6M
Deadline: Sep. 7, 2027
Summary: This program supports innovative research to enhance civil aviation and commercial space transportation. Focus areas include air traffic control, communication, navigation, surveillance, weather, airport and aircraft safety, human factors, systems science, and unmanned aircraft systems.
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Exploring AI's Role in Enhancing Healthcare Safety
Link: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-24-261.html
Sponsor: Agency for Healthcare Research Quality - HHS
Awards: $1M
Deadline: May 26, 2026
Summary: This research opportunity focuses on assessing the impact of AI on patient safety in healthcare. It aims to explore breakthrough AI applications, their safe implementation, and potential risks, enhancing healthcare's effectiveness, efficiency, and accessibility while minimizing harm and user burden.
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COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES |
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Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Training
Link: https://www.akcchf.org/research/application-process/program-area-rfps/
Sponsor: American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation
Awards: $300,000
Deadline: May 15, 2026
Summary: This program supports training in canine sports medicine and rehabilitation, focusing on enhancing canine health, fitness, injury prevention and recovery. It aims to improve quality of life for performance and companion dogs, emphasizing the human-animal bond.
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Empowering Native American Agricultural Development
Link: https://nativeamericanagriculturefund.org/2026-rfa/
Sponsor: Native American Agriculture Fund (NAAF)
Awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Summary: This initiative supports Native American farmers and ranchers by providing business assistance, agricultural education, technical support and advocacy services. It aims to enhance farm and ranch management through strategic programs, including general and youth-focused applications.
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Neurobiological Mechanisms of Mood and Psychosis in Menopause
Link: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-25-282.html
Sponsor: NIH
Awards: $275,000
Deadline: June 16, 2026
Summary: This research initiative seeks to explore the neurobiological and behavioral mechanisms underlying mood and psychotic disorders during menopause. It aims to identify novel targets for mental health interventions, focusing on mood disruption, emotion dysregulation and psychosis in perimenopausal women.
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COLLEGE OF LIBERAL AND FINE ARTS |
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Honoring Veterans Through Historical Preservation
Link: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360057
Sponsor: US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Awards: $50,000 - $400,000
Deadline: March 27, 2026
Summary: This program supports projects that educate the public about the histories of Veterans interred in national, state, territorial and Tribal cemeteries, with a focus on their local community connections. It emphasizes preserving military history and honoring Veterans' sacrifices for national security and freedom.
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Humanities Texas – Mini, Exhibition, and Rural Grants
Link: https://www.humanitiestexas.org/grants
Sponsor: Humanities Texas
Awards: $2,500
Deadline: Continuous
Summary: Humanities Texas grants enable communities throughout the state to develop programs of local interest promoting history, culture, and education. Since 1974, we have awarded more than 5,000 grants in 400 Texas communities supporting a wide range of public humanities programs, including lectures, oral history projects, museum exhibitions, teacher institutes, reading programs and documentary films.
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DR. SAM PACK COLLEGE OF BUSINESS |
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Link: https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/economics-0
Sponsor: NSF
Awards: Varies
Deadline: Aug. 18, 2026
Summary: This program supports comprehensive research in economics, enhancing empirical and theoretical analysis across diverse areas like econometrics, finance and labor economics. It emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration with social sciences, mathematics, and statistics, and encourages participation from underrepresented groups and junior researchers.
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Advancing Scientific Understanding of Organizations
Link: http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=504696
Sponsor: Division of Social & Economic Sciences - NSF
Awards: Varies
Deadline: Continuous
Summary: This program supports fundamental research on the development, operation, and effectiveness of organizations. Emphasizing scientific methods, it explores organizational theory, behavior, innovation, governance, and dynamics across various levels and sectors to generate generalizable insights for academia, policymakers and practitioners.
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CROSS CUTTING OPPORTUNITIES |
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Cross Cutting with MCOE, CHCP, COSM, CKSS and CNURS |
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Advancing Disability and Rehabilitation Engineering Research
Link: https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/disability-rehabilitation-engineering-dare-2
Sponsor: NSF
Awards: Varies
Deadline: Continuous
Summary: Supports fundamental engineering research to enhance quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Focus areas include neuroengineering, rehabilitation robotics, assistive systems, computational models and functional recovery. Encourages high-risk, transformative approaches, participatory design, and inclusion of trainees with disabilities.
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Cross Cutting with CHCP, COSM, MCOE, COARN and CKSS |
Cross Cutting with COE, COSM and COB |
Texas-Based Charitable and Educational Initiatives
Link: https://www.edrachal.org/grant-guidelines/
Sponsor: Ed Rachal Foundation
Awards: Varies
Deadline: Continuous
Summary: This opportunity supports projects in Texas focused on community outreach, education, language and literature, and science education, aiming to foster charitable, scientific literary, or educational advancements within the state.
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Ready to pursue an external funding opportunity?
(Grant, Research Contract, LOI)
Start by completing the NOISE form at least 15 business days in advance.
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1225 N. US Highway 281 | Stephenville, TX 76401 US
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