Office of Research & Sponsored Programs
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Over the past several months, I have had the opportunity to visit with legislators and federal agencies in Washington, D.C., to discuss funding priorities across the federal landscape.
Although we are seeing disruptions, our representatives and agency leadership remain committed to supporting your innovative ideas that advance knowledge, address national challenges, and make lasting impacts.
The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) will remain laser-focused on bringing funding opportunities to you that align with your research interests. We encourage you to keep forward momentum during this time by developing proposals in response to funding opportunities as they arise.
Whether you are developing a new proposal, revising one for resubmission, or exploring new collaborations, ORSP is here to support you every step of the way. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
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Dr. Chad Hargrave
VP for Research and Strategic Partnerships & Chief Research Officer
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Grant-Funded Work This Summer? Don't Forget Your ePAF |
Can you believe it’s almost June? That means summer break is near, and for many faculty, so is summer teaching and grant work. If you're a PI or Co-PI planning to work on your research this summer and are eligible for summer salary, now is the time to act.
The Office of Research Administration (ORA) is finalizing Summer ePAF Calculations for faculty appointments effective June 1 through August 31, 2025.
To ensure timely and accurate processing, please coordinate with your department to confirm current grant and teaching assignments even if plans may shift. Work with your departmental admin to complete the Summer ePAF Calculation Request Form.
Let’s work together to streamline the process and avoid delays. We appreciate your assistance and wish you a productive and relaxing summer!
For questions or concerns, contact us at ora@shsu.edu.
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CITI Training Requirements Now in Effect for SHSU Research and Global Engagement |
Effective immediately, SHSU policy now requires all faculty, staff, and students who (1) receive funding or are paid from grants, or (2) seek IRB, IACUC, IBC, or drone approval through Research Compliance to complete the Research Security CITI training.
This training is required for all projects, regardless of international involvement, and helps ensure compliance with federal regulations related to research integrity and security.
Additionally, Export Compliance CITI training is mandatory for anyone traveling internationally on SHSU business.
🔒 Research Security Training
Required for: Anyone involved in funded research or seeking research compliance approvals.
Duration: ~1 hour
Format: Audio/visual with brief knowledge checks (no penalties).
Valid for: 4 years
Deadline: Must be completed within 30 days of award notification or compliance approval.
Access: Log into your CITI account at www.citiprogram.org to complete the course. If you do not have an account, please use this instructional guide to register and add the course.
🌐 Export Compliance Training
Required for: Anyone traveling abroad on SHSU business.
Duration: ~30 minutes
Valid for: 4 years
Access: Existing CITI users will find the Export Compliance (EC) course already in their account at www.citiprogram.org. New users should use this instructional guide to register and add the course.
Visit our export controls webpage for more information and resources.
If you have questions about whether these trainings apply to you, or how to access them, please contact the ORSP Research Compliance Specialist at sharla_miles@shsu.edu.
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In-Person Support for COM Faculty |
The ORSP Research and Proposal Development team is excited to announce new office hours at the College of Osteopathic Medicine!
Team members will be available in Conroe every other Wednesday afternoon throughout the summer to connect with faculty interested in discussing grants, research ideas, funding opportunities, or proposal development support.
Our next visit is on May 21. You can find us on the 3rd floor. Stop by and let's talk research!
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Serve as a Review Panelist |
AmeriCorps, NASA, and the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) are seeking faculty experts to serve as grant reviewers.
Serving as a review panelist is a great opportunity to:
📌 Gain insight into the grant review process
📌 Strengthen grant-writing skills
📌 Expand professional networks
AmeriCorps & NIFA – Looking for faculty with expertise in areas like disaster services, education, environmental stewardship, economic opportunity, capacity building, and agriculture.
NASA – Looking for subject matter experts (SMEs) to participate in virtual panel discussions or provide external reviews for various programs. Postdocs and upper-level graduate students are also welcome! If your expertise aligns, NASA will reach out for potential assignments.
Support the research community while enhancing your own expertise. Learn more and apply today!
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We appreciate SHSU faculty, staff, and students for their proactive pursuit of new knowledge and dedication to solving contemporary societal challenges.
SHSU remains committed to supporting innovation and change in all disciplines. Below, we highlight the faculty who submitted impactful grant proposals in the last 30 days. We wish them the best of luck as they pursue funding to bring their ideas to life!
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SHSU Grant Activity as of April 2025
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FY25 (YTD)
137 Proposals submitted for $102,296,124
35 Proposals awarded for $10,051,288
FY24 (YTD)
151 Proposals submitted for $72,892,347
49 Proposals awarded for $20,611,887
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The Office of Assessment is still accepting applications for its Assessment Mini-Grant Program for the 2025-2026 academic year.
These competitive grants provide funding to faculty and staff at SHSU to support assessment-related activities, including new or ongoing assessment practices within programs, offices, or departments; and travel funding to present assessment-related research at professional conferences.
📌 Award Amount: Up to $1,000 per recipient
📌 Application Deadline: May 23, 2025
Interested applicants are encouraged to review the Mini-Grant Application and Rubric before applying:
🔗 Mini-Grant Application
🔗 Mini-Grant Application Rubric
For assistance or questions, please contact Tama Hamrick or the Office of Assessment.
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Find Your Perfect (Funding) Match! |
Explore our Opportunities Spotlight—a curated database of grant opportunities to support your research and projects. Stay ahead with the latest funding calls and find the right fit for your work!
Updated weekly—because the best funding matches keep rolling in!
Find it anytime on our Find Funding page.
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Explore our collection of webinars, trainings, templates, and other tools to support your research. We’re committed to continuous improvement, so feel free to share any feedback or suggestions for new resources.
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Our team is always accessible, and ready to support you at any stage of your research endeavors.
If you are still in the ideation stage or looking for funding opportunities, reach out to our Research and Proposal Development team.
If you have already identified a grant and are ready to begin developing your proposal, submit a Pre-Proposal Notification (PPN) form, and our team will assign a team member to assist you with preparation and submission.
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We Want to Hear From You! |
Do you have a project, event, or success story you'd like to share with the SHSU community? We're always looking to highlight the incredible work happening across campus. Submit a content request form and your story could be featured in our next newsletter!
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